Martha's Vineyard Blog — Travel Tips, Guides and Island Stories

Stay at JADE Home-Run in West Tisbury — a family-run B&B offering cozy rooms, homemade breakfast, and genuine island hospitality.

Guide to identifying and avoiding poison ivy on Martha's Vineyard. Recognition tips, treatment options, and safety measures for island trail visitors.

Updated for 2026: Martha's Vineyard tick safety — four species now including the Asian longhorned tick, 2025 alpha-gal figures, the island's new tick clinics, prevention, removal, and the latest Lyme vaccine news.

Second Treasures MV in Oak Bluffs: an eclectic antique and art shop curated by John, featuring Vineyard history, vintage finds, and seasonal pop-ups.

State Beach on Martha's Vineyard is known for calm waters and a family-friendly atmosphere. Activities, amenities, and tips for a perfect beach day.

South Beach (Katama Beach) is Martha's Vineyard's top Atlantic surf beach — free parking, lifeguards, 3 miles of sand, and powerful waves in Edgartown.

What makes Martha's Vineyard famous? The beaches, the history, the presidents and film crews, and an island culture unlike anywhere else.

Seastreak ferry from New Bedford (50 min, $49) and NYC ($250 weekend) to Martha's Vineyard. 2026 fares, schedule, parking, and SSA comparison.

The spots on Martha's Vineyard that locals actually use — quieter beaches, better food stops, and the places most first-time visitors walk past.

Best summer activities on Martha's Vineyard: beaches, hiking, sailing, biking, fishing, kayaking, and island events. Your guide for summer 2024.

A summer evening at Nomans Restaurant in Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard. Live music, cozy outdoor seating, and relaxing island vibes in 4K video.

The full 4th of July parade in Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard. Firefighter vehicles, marching bands, and patriotic celebrations through this historic town.