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Martha's Vineyard, MA, United States

Martha’s Vineyard has always been a haven--to Native Americans, to seafarers, and now to guests seeking refuge from a chaotic world who flock to the island's quaint towns, its long strands of beaches, and its pastoral scenery.
 

The recorded history of Martha's Vineyard begins in 1524, when Giovanni da Verrazzano sailed by and may have landed, for he left a map of the island, labeled Luisa. It was Bartholomew Gosnold's expedition for Sir Walter Raleigh in 1602 that left the... [ more ]

The island has a variety of lodging options, from hotels and inns to cottages and bed and breakfasts. Like most seasonal resorts, some lodgings are not open year round, and rates vary with the season. Edgartown This picturesque town, built... [ more ]
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