There is something simply magical about the Island of Martha’s Vineyard during the winter months. The once-busy streets are quiet, the trails and bike paths too, and the beaches tranquil and private. Unlike any other time of the year, you can really enjoy nature and the beauty of the Island in silence and feel like you have the who...

Martha’s Vineyard is home to so many incredible artists, and one of our favorite kinds of art to enjoy here on the Island is live music. The summer months are full of busy restaurants hosting talented musicians and featuring live music most nights of the week. However, you may be surprised at just how many exciting options there ar...

As we settle into 2023 we hope you’re still feeling motivated and inspired to learn new things and take up new hobbies. One of our goals is to always be providing you with the best local information to help you make the most of our dynamic Island, and we think our local Martha’s Vineyard libraries can help support continued learnin...

While many visitors know Martha’s Vineyard food through its more seasonal options, such as warm apple fritters from Back Door Donuts, fresh lobster rolls from The Lookout, and stuffed quahogs or “stuffies” from Menemsha Fish Market, there were some incredible restaurants open in the winter that are ready to delight your palate. We’...

In the winter months, we’re often asked “does Martha’s Vineyard get snow?” The answer is generally yes, but not too much, but we can’t be sure just how often we’ll get to experience Martha’s Vineyard in the snow. Because Martha’s Vineyard is located in New England it inherently lends itself to unpredictable weather. Plus the nature...

If you’re still thinking about booking a vacation rental on Martha’s Vineyard this summer, there’s an important calendar date to know. Car ferry reservations go on sale next Tuesday, January 24th at 5 AM. This is an important deadline because advance car ferry reservations sell out very quickly each year — usually within a day or t...

We’re often being asked by visitors and new residents “what is there to do on Martha’s Vineyard in the winter?” While many of our businesses are seasonal and won’t reopen until the spring, there are ample businesses that remain open throughout the year to keep us Island residents and visitors well-fed, inspired and entertained. We ...

As we look back and reflect on 2022 and all it has brought us, we can’t help but be reminded of all of the distinctive qualities of life on Martha’s Vineyard that make this such a unique and extraordinary place. It is the appeal of Martha’s Vineyard that has provided us with success and opportunity, for it’s a place you want to be,...

The holidays on Martha’s Vineyard are nothing short of magical, with the Island’s small-town New England charm amplified with bright lights, bountiful boughs, and holiday cheer. This enchanting time has us smiling from ear to ear, and we’re trying to soak up as much of the spirit as we can. We call it Have A Holly Jolly Time On Mar...

It’s a busy first week as the 12th year of our annual holiday fundraiser gets rolling. The online donations are off to a strong start, we have a new Big Bear to name, and we’re unveiling a brand new outdoor Teddy Bear Suite experience and that’s just the beginning of the Martha’s Vineyard Teddy Bear Suite Fundraiser Kick-Off ...