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SECRET ATTRACTIONS OF NANTUCKET ISLAND
"What wonder,
then, that these Nantucketers, born on a beach, should take to the
sea
for a livelihood!... Two thirds of this terraqueous globe are the
Nantucketer's.
For the sea is his; he owns it, as Emperors own empires."
Herman Melville, Moby Dick
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Freedom is the greatest form of luxury. Discover
Nantucket! |
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UNMATCHED ADVENTURES. Thrill in the surf.
Ride the waves watching the whales. Swim in sparkling
waters. Bike Riding. Feisty Fishing. Kayaking.
Indulgent Shopping. basket weaving, bird watching,
enchanting bicycle paths, sunlit cruises, enlightening
island tours, star gazing, are all a decision away.
Ask us about the most wonderful adventures or activities
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BIKE PATHS. Miles
and miles of beautiful bike paths await to be explored.
Most paths have rest areas and water fountains.
Breezes, wild aromatic flowers, birds, and beautiful
scenery.
Bicycle shops, listed above,
have maps of all the bike paths on Nantucket Island.
Please know that Century House also provides the maps at no
cost. Please call and have the bicycles delivered at
the Century House on 10 Cliff Road. |
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HISTORIC SITES.
Trace your passions back in
time. Meander on cobblestoned streets. Experience the
past and 1800's architecture coming alive. Embrace
history within the Whaling Industry. View Nantucket
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SPARKLING BEACHES.
Pristine, hidden, breezy beaches.
Some sheltered by dunes, some calm, some rough, some warm,
some cool. Calm waters, surfing waves, swimming waves.
Scenic beaches where you can watch the boats come in.
Nantucket is well-known for its beautiful beaches. The
freedom to explores miles and miles of sand is at your
doorstep. Twenty-three beaches exist on Nantucket. Discover
the freedom to find little known treasures...the simple
pleasures so irresistible, So available. Go on...explore! |
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LOVE & ROMANCE.
Love is heightened on this faraway island. Celebrate
commitment. Engagements, elopements, wedding,
honeymoon, anniversaries, are all memories in the sand of
times. Surprise your sweetheart with a luxury getaway.
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FINE CUISINE.
Enjoy world renowned
restaurants and fine-dining. A gourmet picnic on an
intimate sunny beach. Nourish your body and soul with
fresh island grown legumes, seafood, wine, along with your
favorites.
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ARTS & THEATRE. Marvel at the ever
changing venues of art. Observe a Nantucket Basket in the
making. Visit the numerous galleries on Main Street.
View daily plays, shows, films, and musicals. Learn to
paint. Sketch. Take a dance class. |
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ANTIQUES. Trace your passions back in time.
Meander on cobblestoned streets. Experience the past and
1800's architecture coming alive. Embrace history
within the Whaling Industry.
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TRANQUILITY. Retreat to timeless moments
of silence in the salty air, your way. Serenity wraps
around you; escape the noise, the hustle and bustle of
everyday life. Uniquely, perfectly, irresistibly
Nantucket.
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INDULGENT SHOPPING.
Stroll down cobblestone streets. Visit unique
establishments. Shopping is only a few blocks away from
Century House.
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BREATHTAKING SCENERY. This island comes alive
during the Summer season. The premier locations for
weddings, elopements. |
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PERFECT LOCATION.
Thirty miles out to sea. This is the perfect location
for a getaway. |
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