The Victorian Inn

Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, MA

When traveling, my wife and I enjoy staying at local Bed and Breakfasts, some of which have been the subject of a couple my blog posts.  The Victorian Inn looks like a lovely place to stay, although I think it's a little more lavish than your typical B&B.  On this trip, we didn't need to spend the night, so we didn't have the chance to stay here.  Maybe on our next trip to Martha's Vineyard.....

Row Boats

Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard, MA

I've had some other priorities lately, and have not been able to get out much to do much photography.  I guess that means I'm too busy.  I usually like to post recent photographs, but for the next few posts, I'm going back some photos taken at the end of August on Martha's Vineyard.  

Benches Past By

Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, MA

Cows

Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, MA

Jolly Fisherman

Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, MA

Schooner Alabama

Martha's Vineyard

A schooner under sail is a beautiful sight.  Pictured here is the schooner Alabama, built originally in 1926 for the Mobile, Alabama Bar Pilots.  Upon retirement in 1966,  the schooner was purchased by the Coastwise Packet Company and moved to Vineyard Haven in 1967, by her new owner, Capt. Robert Douglas.  Captain Douglas not only founded the Coastwise Packet Company, but also the Black Dog Tavern which has spawned a whole line of apparel and other items featuring their famous "black dog" logo. He was responsible for restoring the Alabama and outfitted her for sailing.  Along with the schooner Shenandoah, also built by Capt. Douglas, the Alabama offers cruises and evening sails, sailing camps, and sailing instruction around Martha's Vineyard.  You can read more about the schooner and the history of the Black Dog Tall Ships here.

Friday Afternoon on the Green

Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard, MA

Whale Tale and Boat

Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, MA

Two Yachts

I've been told that the difference between a boat and a yacht is that a yacht can carry other boats.  So if that's true, the following picture is definitely a picture of a what is perhaps a very expensive yacht with some gorgeous lines.

Carrying smaller boats on a yacht makes good sense to me.  It's very similar to towing smaller cars behind large motor homes.  But why stop at just carrying a smaller boat onboard a yacht?  If you really need to get around whether in port or on the high seas, one really needs to carry a helicopter aboard your yacht.

Both pictures were taken in Vineyard Haven, on Martha's Vineyard.  Apparently some very wealthy people keep their yachts there.

Store Window Reflections

Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard, MA

While exploring Vineyard Haven, and doing some window shopping along the way, I came across this store window offering a nice reflection of the main street.  This was found just across the street from yesterday's town clock picture.  If you like reflections like this, please visit Weekend Reflections hosted by James.  There you'll find some remarkable reflections.  Enjoy the weekend and thanks for visiting.

A Time to Read

Vineyard Haven, Martha's Vineyard, MA

Clocks like this one are pretty common in just about every town in New England.  Most often the clock  bears the name of the town or some sponsoring civic organization.  I found this clock outside a bookstore along the main shopping district of Vineyard Haven, not too far from the Ferry's Dock.  I thought it was very apropos.