Featured Places and Activities
How to Do Martha’s Vineyard Like a Local (And Avoid the First-Timer Traps)
Beneath the picture-perfect New England postcards of Martha’s Vineyard lies a complex, sprawling island with its own set of rules, microclimates, and hidden gems. We’ve put together the ultimate insider’s guide for first-time visitors to the island.
The Independent Traveler’s Guide to Eating and Drinking in Oak Bluffs
Drives & Detours have skipped the obvious, overcrowded tourist traps by the ferry docks and curated a list of standout, highly rated local favorites. These are the unique, culturally relevant, and downright delicious spots where the locals actually eat. Here are the five best places to eat and drink in Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard.
The Ultimate Guide to Martha’s Vineyard: Top 6 Must-See Attractions
To help you plan the perfect island getaway, we have curated a list of the top six must-see attractions in Martha’s Vineyard. These are the iconic sights that define the island, waiting to be discovered on your own time.
The Smart Traveler’s Guide to New Haven: Apizza, Architecture, and Avoiding the Crowds
New Haven is where gritty urban reality beautifully intersects with Ivy League prestige. For the independent traveler—the one who cringes at the thought of following a tour guide's raised umbrella or being herded onto a charter bus—New Haven is a playground. This is a city meant to be explored on your own terms, at your own pace, and with a bit of insider knowledge in your back pocket.
Best Restaurants in New Haven, CT: A Traveler's Guide to Dining Near Yale
Drives & Detours is here to steer you away from the generic chains and the overcrowded tourist hubs in New Haven. Here are six standout establishments that offer incredible food, rich history, and the perfect atmosphere for the self-guided traveler.
Newport Cliff Walk: How to Promenade Like a Vanderbilt
The crown jewel of Newport is the Cliff Walk. It is a three-and-a-half-mile stretch of rugged coastline that serves as the literal backyard to some of the most ostentatious displays of American wealth ever constructed.
Newport’s Best-Kept Culinary Secrets: Where to Eat After the Cliff Walk
At Drives & Detours, we believe the best travel experiences happen at your own pace. If you’ve spent the morning on our Newport Cliff Walk Tour, you’ve earned a meal that matches the quality of the views
Beyond the Tour Bus: 6 Must-See Attractions in Newport, Rhode Island
Discover Gilded Age mansions, rugged coastlines, and historic forts—completely at your own pace