After a rainy night and a foggy morning we tendered into Newport, RI. We took a walking tour of the cliffs, to view the historic homes here. Think Vanderbilt, Astor, and any of the other wealthy folks who made their money during the industrial revolution. The homes are beyond opulent, and the city reminded us of Cannon Beach on steriods. We veered off the beaten path and found Christ Church which is a replica of the old North Church that we saw in Boston. There was a historic cemetary in the church yard and we could hear the organist inside practicing though we weren't able to enter the church. Brick side walks and historic houses, many of which were saved by Doris Duke who left a trust for the city to maintain many of its historic homes. Prices were much higher than even in Boston, which is understandable as it remains a getaway for the rich and not so famous. Our last night on the cruise, back to New York tomorrow, it has been a fabulous experience! By the way we were finally able to add pictures to our blog on Bar Harbor, so you can scroll down and check them out too.
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