What is the vibe of Nantucket?

Nantucket is pristine, the beaches are gorgeous, and the hospitality of the islanders is unparalleled. Nantucket feels special. This vibe may lend itself more towards people who are looking for sightseeing, a nice stroll through beautiful architecture and local shops, and those who appreciate the finer things in life.



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Nantucket is rich in history. In 1602, an Englishman named Bartholomew Gosnold first sighted the Island and then it was settled in 1659. In the late 1600s whales were found off shore and between 1750 and 1840, the Island was one of the major whaling ports in North America.

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No Lines in the Sand. In a welcome contrast to most of New England's ocean communities, virtually all of Nantucket's 110-mile coastline is free and open to the public—including 80 miles of some of the world's most beautiful beaches.

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It has long been a playground for the wealthy, but even billionaires abided by an old-school code of conduct. Now a new cohort has arrived, and the vibe is anything but low-key. Nantucket has always been part fantasyland, part economic miracle.

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Whether it's a happening concert scene you're searching for or a laid back beach party, Nantucket has just what you're searching for. Make the most of your Nantucket nightlife with our guide!

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DRESS CODE Pretty much anything goes! From casual jeans and a button-down, to embroidered maxi dresses and flowy skirts. Let's talk footwear for a moment. When you're planning what to wear on Nantucket in the summer, I'd encourage you to leave your heels at home on this trip.

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The Jamaican presence on Nantucket began in 1989 and gathered force in the 1990s after Hurricane Gilbert wrought havoc in the Caribbean and just as the tide of Irish workers in the United States began to run out. For Nantucket businesses Jamaican seasonal workers have been a godsend like no other.

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Long renowned for its historic significance and natural beauty, Nantucket offers many activities, not just during the summer, but also in the off-season has a burgeoning cultural community that lasts well beyond the summer weather.

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The reality stars are currently enjoying a low-key family vacation in Nantucket, including breezy beach romps, cute social media updates and plenty of time with their little ones: Mason, 6, Penelope, 4, and Reign, 19 months.

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Pretty much anything goes! From casual jeans and a button-down, to embroidered maxi dresses and flowy skirts.

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