Martha Vineyard — The Best Holiday Destination You Should Not Miss

5 incredible facts about Martha’s Vineyard and why it is worth visiting!

SATHI
Globetrotters
5 min readJan 22, 2022

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No place can beat Martha’s Vineyard if you wish to spend your summer holidays on some lovely sandy beaches with a glass of wine. Or just want some “me time” in colorful gingerbread cottages while enjoying the sunsets.

Martha’s Vineyard — a secret summer hideaway for celebrities like Barack Obama to Bill Murray — a beautiful island 8 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, in North America.

From mesmerizing landscapes of the Menemsha Hills to the eye-catching lighthouses — this renowned summer colony is a paradise if you want to make your trip filled with natural wonders!

So, what should be your top picks while visiting Martha’s Vineyard? Let’s find out now!

1. Breathtaking beaches on Martha’s Vineyard

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To explore the home of Gay Head Cliffs, you should not miss the Aquinnah Public Beach. It is a great place to enjoy the soft sand and calm water with your family.

And if you are a little adventurous, visit Atlantic-facing Edgartown Beaches and Long Point Beach — to explore the endless watersports.

Have plans with family? Consider making a stop at Joseph Sylvia State Beach and Lake Tashmoo Town Beach.

Lambert’s Cove Beach — a unique place with its tropical scenery and refreshing calm waters, definitely gives you a taste of the Caribbean.

Or, if you are looking for a place to relax your mind with a bottle of wine, head straight to Menemsha Beach — a great place to catch a spectacular sunset to complete your day.

2. Mesmerizing lighthouses on Martha’s Vineyard

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If you visit Martha’s Vineyard, don’t miss out on its eye-catching lighthouses. The 5 lighthouses, on this island, not only protect the island but also make it a tourists attraction that you can’t ignore. And as the island is famous — for the rocky shores, treacherous tides, and underwater reefs, the presence of these lighthouses is quite necessary.

Edgartown Lighthouse, Gay Head or Aquinnah Lighthouse, East Chop Lighthouse, and the Cape Poge Lighthouse — stretching from Chappaquiddick’s northeast point to Gay Head on the southwest — undoubtedly elegant and breathtaking.

And yes, don’t forget to visit the West Chop Lighthouse — although you can’t get inside, it’s still worth visiting — if you want to know the island’s maritime history and want to get some picture-perfect photographs.

3. Mouth-watering seafood on Matha’s Vineyard

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Are you a seafood lover? Great, no place can beat Martha’s Vineyard for its mouth-watering seafood that you get easily indulged with. Surrounded by shorelines, cool and crisp water, and harbors, this place is just a dreamland for the people who love seafood.

One of the most famous places to get fresh seafood on this island is — Larsen’s Fishmarket, located in the fishing village of Menemsha. Or you can also visit Menemsha Fish Market to get the flavor of local bay scallops.

Dining at some famous seafood restaurant

If you don’t want to cook during vacation, Martha’s vineyard should be on your bucket list for its budget-friendly restaurants and also famous for serving incredibly delicious foods.

The Seafood Shanty Located in Edgartown — is famous for the lobster roll and having a great view of the water.

Coop De VilleFamous for the Lobster feast. You will get the taste of steamed lobster, mild ocean flavored mussels, Chunky chowder, sweet corn on the cob, plump steamer with herb-fused garlic butter in this famous restaurant in oak bluffs.

The square-riggerThis is the island’s tradition located in Edgartown. Their grilled stuffed lobsters are just mouth-watering.

19 Raw Oyster Bar Located in Edgartown — a perfect place for fresh oysters and insanely delicious cocktails.

4. Make a stop at oak bluffs on Martha’s Vineyard

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From picturesque beaches and cottages to historic places and a classic carousel —Oak bluffs town is just a can’t-miss-attraction on Martha’s Vineyard — coming from downtown oak bluffs is Inkwell Beach — a perfect beach if you are up for sunbathing or beach rambling.

You can also visit Joseph Sylvia state beach, sitting between oak bluffs and Edgartown. Visit the island in the summertime, and you will find a colorful downtown street — Circuit Avenue — bustling with people and famous for restaurants, coffee shops, bars, clothing stores, and so on.

Oh, your strolling around the town is just incomplete if don’t visit the oldest platform carousel in the U.S. — The Flying Horses Carousel — the kid’s delight and one of the best historic attractions in oak bluffs.

Wait, don’t forget to spend some time in Ocean Park and get indulged in the graceful gazebo, ornate, and Victorian-style houses. And if you are a food lover, you will find yourself in Black Door doughnuts — famous for — heavenly delicious pastries.

5. Staying at the Menemsha inn and cottages while enjoying the beautiful sunset

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What can be better than experiencing the most beautiful sunset on Menemsha public beach? Yes, just bring a blanket, wine, and hot buttered lobsters and find a spot on this beach to enjoy the sunsets on this beautiful island. Or if you don’t want to go outside, you can still enjoy the beauty by staying in Menemsha cottages.

The Menemsha inn and cottages are just perfect for your escape plan in Martha’s vineyard. And the reasons? They offer easy access to the beaches, Island activities, and dining facilities.

Final thought

So, if you are a beach lover and want to spy on some film stars, just pack your bag and plan your trip to Martha’s Vineyard, and I am quite sure you will not regret it later.

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SATHI
Globetrotters

MSc. in Biological Science. Write about Science, Wellness, Travel, Food & Health. Bookworm. Love to travel. Trying to learn German but ist Nicht gut.