It’s hard to imagine a beach on July 4th weekend that not only has parking spaces, but allows bonfires, boats and booze (well, actually I think we only had 2 beers for 4 adults, but still). In Massachusetts the beaches are ridiculously crowded and regulated, and getting from your car to your “spot” can be quite a trek. Rhode Island, how beautiful! And after we watched a beautiful sunset we were treated to firework shows in two or three different towns, all visible from our spot on the beach.

Second Beach, Newport Rhode Island
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