Winter Romance
Romance in Rhode Island Doesn't Have To Pause For Winter
By Linda Eagleson
Well, Mother Nature has let Rhode Islanders know what winter is supposed to be like in New England. Lots and lots and lots of snow and temperatures that plummet into the negative numbers while we sleep all bundled up in our nice cozy homes. I bet there are a lot of people that put their romantic encounters on hold, because it is just too cold to go out. Well, even though it is winter, there are plenty of things to do that may require a few hours outdoors, knowing that there may be a kiss or two or three or four, well, you get what I am trying to say...

A Romantic Interlude From The Hustle And Bustle
Newport In the Holidays
By Linda Eagleson
Ah, the holidays are over. Thanksgiving and Christmas is a thing of the past and when you read this article, so will New Year's. The holidays were hectic, so Who can even think about romance at that time of year? Well, we all should! We still need to appreciate the ones we love all year round, even when times get crazy. And, how do you expect to do that, with so little time left for romance with all that baking, wrapping, shopping and visiting family? Well, you can do what we did. We ran away fo the weekend...

The Mystique and Magic of Providence
We Never Tire of Romance In Providence
By Linda Eagleson
Growing up in the suburbs, I was not introduced to big cities for quite awhile. I was either too young to ride the bus or too old to be walking around the streets. Eventually, I succumbed to the mystique of the big city of Providence. Forty years ago, Providence was not what it is today. There was the Outlet Company, Shepherds, and Cherry & Webb. There were vendors in the streets selling hot roasted peanuts and hot dogs. People said hello to each other and opened doors to the welcoming stores. During the holidays, the window displays enticed the young and old to walk hand and hand along the streets, while the snow always fell gently from the sky...

Hidden Romance in a Busy City
Unexpected Romantic Locations In East Providence
Ok, so I grew up in a city. It was really the suburbs, but it is labeled a city. Houses packed like sardines, neighbors exchanging recipes, kids having slumber parties and everyone knew each others business. I grew up in the big city of "East Providence". Actually a little "burb" on the out skirts -- the village called "Riverside" -- a quaint place with many houses located along the East Bay. I never actually thought of East Providence as being romantic as a kid, but hidden deep within this city lies many romantic places...

Ocean State Singles
Everyone needs friends
By Andy Janes
On a recent Sunday afternoon, I sat with eight friends, members of the OSO Singles' Message Board, in Aidan's pub in Bristol. I was happily exhausted - we had just finished hiking at Melville Pond on Aquidneck Island - where we had all been scratched up by brambles, but generally pleased with the hiking, and the weather, which turned out to be like mid-April. On top of the hike, it had been a busy weekend. There had been something going on with the "group" for three nights straight...

Salon Aurora
Be romantic with the most important person in your life... yourself!
 

Drift Away To Romantic Galilee
Romancing Your Sweetie Where the Waves Meet the Sand
 

Beavertail Light
Waves, butterflies, and weddings
 

Buttonwoods Park
A place for a stroll
 

Y2K at the White House B&B
When you have a really special event to celebrate
 

The Ten Best Things to do For Valentine's Day
All of them in Rhode Island, of course
 

Romantic Bristol
An old-fashioned romantic outing
 

Providence's Gondolas Return
A touch of Venice in Downcity Providence
 

Romantic Wickendon
The artsy side of Providence
 

Romantic Waterfire
A fireplace and music for all of Providence
 

Taking a Stoll Down Main Street
Romantic East Greenwich, RI
 

Romantic Federal Hill
A great place for dinner out and Italian Ice for dessert.
 

Seven Things Everyone Should Know About Online Personals
 
By Dateable.com
Everybody’s doin’ it. CyberDating is growing increasingly popular with people of all ages. It’s quick, easy and inexpensive. That’s why so many are wearing their heart online. All of the major Web portals, without naming names, are really just big ‘pick-up joints’ for millions of singles across the country...

Finding Romance During a Family Function
Finding a few minutes to connect over Thanksgiving at the In-Laws
By Paris Permenter and John Bigley
You know what waits ahead. The family that you haven’t had the chance to visit much in the past weeks or even months. The conversations. The eating. The focus, not on each other, but on the reunion of a family for the holidays...

Making Your Next Celebration More Romantic
Doesn't a promotion (or a proposal) deserve a little planning?
By Paris Permenter and John Bigley
Do you have a special occasion coming up? Whether the two of you are marking a promotion, graduation, or anniversary, you can turn your celebration into a romantic event with just a little planning. You may not have the time or money to make a week-long vacation to mark the occasion, but you can make your celebration a special romantic day. Try these tips for your next special occasion...

Romantic 15-Minute Time-Outs
Two weeks worth of romantic ideas to help parents get back in touch with each other.
 

Getting Personal
Do's and Don't's of Answering Online Personal Ads
 

Modern Romantic Love
Love and romance isn't what your grandparents once knew
 

Budget Romance
Your romantic getaway doesn't have to break the bank
 

The ABC's of B&B's
Planning your romantic getaway
 

Seven Ways to Make Your Summer SEXIER!
Wow!
 

Romantic Block Island
Peace, quiet, scenic beauty, and quaint hotels
 

Five Ways to Make Your Next Trip More Romantic
Make any trip into a honeymoon!
 

First Date Tips
Make a great impression
 

New Trends in Honeymoons
Modern honeymoons means that "taking the leap" may include bungee jumping
 

Frugal Dating
Romance in Rhode Island without breaking the bank
 

Romantic Travel Resolutions
Five ways to keep the fires burning
 

Also, the ongoing story of Bruce and Natalie, a romantic couple in Rhode Island, starting at the beginning...

Romance in Rhode Island

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An experience to cherish Point Pleasant Inn Enjoy life as it was as you stroll through the 33-room mansion along granite and teak floors. Get lost in one of the many books left over from the Rockwell era. Read by the fire in the lovely library or enjoy the wrap around water view from the Grand Gallery. All guest suites offer luxurious accommodations, spectacular water and garden views. Check in for a holiday that you will never forget, complete with signature amenities, Italian linens, down comforters and fireplaces in Bristol Harbour suite and all public rooms. An English country manor house from another era, Point Pleasant Inn offers a rare look of life from the pages of romance novels. 333 Poppasquash Road Bristol, RI MAP Phone: 401/253-0627 WWW

Complete Comfort and Relaxation Country Goose B and B -- Middletown/Newport 1898 Ginger Trimmed Country Victorian is minutes from beaches, cliff walk, mansions, Tennis Hall of Fame, golfing, shopping on famous Thames Street, and all seasonal attractions. Complete Comfort and Relaxation awaits you at The country Goose B and B. A full old-fashioned country breakfast is served each morning in surroundings of traditional country decor and furnished with family antiques. Enjoy a peaceful night of rest away from the activities of downtown in our quaint, comfortable, newly renovated country rooms. Each room has fresh cut flowers from our garden, ceiling fans, full or queen beds, private or shared baths, decored in relaxing country colors and furnitured with country and Victorian style family antiques. Our comfortable, home-style surroundings make guests feel right at home and keep them returning year after year. For your convenience, a computer and fax are available, and parking is always free. 563 Greenend Avenue Middletown, RI 02842 MAP Phone: 401/ 849-5384 WWW Email

See you at the Beach! Summertime Cottage The Summertime Cottage was built in 2003, modeled after the traditional stone and shingle style vacation homes that line the Narragansett coast. It was thoughtfully designed for your comfort, convenience and privacy. Located in the heart of the century old seaside community that is the Narragansett Pier. French doors lead to private balconies and let in the salty breezes of the Atlantic Ocean, just one block away. 19 Chestnut Street Narragansett, RI MAP Phone: 401/782-2274 WWW

Your room is waiting! 1 Murray House B and B Voted one of the best B&Bs on the eastern seaboard by Arringtons Bed & Breakfast Journal for 2003. Murray House has lovely guest rooms with full or half canopy beds, private baths and best of all, private outside entrances to each room. You can have your personally served gourmet breakfast either in your room or on your private patio area. For your convenience, your room has a TV, VCR, Telephone, A/C and fans. There is a small refrigerator, coffee pot, microwave and toaster. You never have to leave it. The second level guest room has a panoramic view of Almy Pond and a distant ocean view. There are lovely flower gardens surrounding the inground pool and hottub. You are a short (5 mins) walk to a lovely beach and the Newport Mansions are just around the corner. Well trained pets and children welcome. All of this and at reasonable seasonal rates. 1 Murray Place Newport, RI 02840 MAP Phone: 401/ 846-3337 WWW

Welcome to Almy Cottage! Almy Cottage Bed and Breakfast A sweet cottage in a lovely, private area of Newport Easy walking to mansions, the cliff walk, and a small private beach. Bicycles are available for athletic guests. Full or continental breakfast is served each morning between 8 and 10 a.m. We offer a relaxing cup of tea when you return from your explorations, and a cordial in the evening before bedtime. Your Innkeeper is Marie Puerini. The Puerini family also offers for your culinary enjoyment, a wonderful, popular and often written about restaurant in Newport, with the finest Italian dishes this side of Italy. The name of the restaurant? PUERINIS of course!! 141 Coggeshall Avenue Newport, RI 02840 MAP Phone: 401/ 847-1651 WWW

The George Champlin Mason House Architect's Inn Built in 1873 as the private residence of George Champlin Mason, the famous Newport architect. Located off beautiful Bellevue Avenue, the 20-room Victorian residence offers five graciously appointed guest rooms. The inn is decorated in period furnishings and all of the guest rooms are unique. Full breakfast is served by the fire in winter and on the porch overlooking the garden in summer. We offer complimentary on-site parking. The beach, waterfront, shopping, museums and fabulous restaurants are within easy walking distance. A short drive will take you to additional attractions. 31 Old Beach Road Newport, RI 02840 MAP Phone: 401.847.7081 or 888.834.7081 WWW

Overlooking Eastons Pond Aurelea Bed and Breakfast Aurelea is a lovely, one room bed and breakfast overlooking Eastons Pond just three blocks from the Cliff Walk and Newport Beach and a short walk to Bellevue Avenue. Set on the quiet side of town, our room has a private entrance and private bath with shower. It is surrounded by trees and shrubs and has a private patio with a gurgling pond. Two bicycles are available and Italian is also spoken. THE FACTS: Non smoking room. Queen sized bed No pets. Check in is at 2:30 Continental breakfast is served at 8:30 Check out is at 11:00 Rates are from $140.00 to $150.00 No credit cards There are many things to do in Newport . We will gladly make suggestions of sites and restaurants and so forth. 130 Eustis Ave Newport, RI 02840 MAP Phone: (401)848-9687 WWW

Famous for our Warmth and Hospitality Beech Tree Inn B and B A romantic Victorian getaway with Jacuzzi/fireplace rooms plus standard queen with a canopy, private baths, free parking, deck, garden, includes hot breakfast. Located 10 min walk to beach/Cliff Walk, 10 min to Americas Cup/Thames/wharves. Come enjoy this charming Victorian home. The spacious rooms with private baths, cable television, air conditioning, lovely gardens and sundecks are wonderfully relaxing and comfortable. Many of the rooms have fireplaces and Jacuzzi bathtubs. Famous for our warmth and hospitality, you will wake to a full and scrumptious breakfast. The many amenities including private, off-street parking, allow you to be free of worry. The Beech Tree Inn is perfectly located on quiet Historic Hill just a short walk to Newport’s fabulous restaurants, specialty shops, ocean beach, and historic sites. We invite you to discover the comfort and relaxed ambiance of The Beech Tree Inn. 34 Rhode Island Avenue Newport, RI 02840 MAP Phone: 401-841-0009 WWW

Old-Fashioned Way of Life Country Goose B and B Nestled in a quiet country setting our charming 1898 Ginger Trimmed Country Victorian is minutes from beaches, cliff walk, mansions, Tennis Hall of Fame, golfing, shopping on famous Thames Street, and all seasonal attractions. Upon arrival our guests relax on our old-fashioned porch surrounded by flowers & trees with complimentary wine and cheese each afternoon after their day of touring Newport. 563 Green End Avenue, Middletown/Newport, RI Newport Phone: 401-849-5384 or 877-25-Goose WWW Email

Hospitality on Newport's Historic Hill Kitt Shepley House Victorian Colonial B&B with two European guest suites, French and Italian, each with a Jaccuzzi. The picturesque front gardens and window boxes have resulted in honors & awards by 23 Division Street Newport, RI 02840 MAP Phone: [401] 848-0607 or [877] 362-8664 WWW

The Kitt Shepley House The Kitt Shepley House a European style bed and breakfast located in Historic Hill Newport. Multi year award winning from Newport in Bloom and recipient of Best Weekend Escape from Arringtion's Inn Traveler, The Kitt Shepley House is proud to showcase its two European styled guest suites each with a private bath. The Italian Renaissance Suite offers plush comfort, chandeliers, Roman columns, wall fountain fireplace and jacuzzi. The South of France suite offers fabrics and photos from the area, corner writing desk and brass bed. 23 Division Street Newport, RI 02840 MAP Phone: 877.362.8664 WWW

Home Away From Home! White House Bed and Breakfast Come join us on the Top of the Hill for quiet elegance at The White House. Just a ten-minute walk to the Cliff Walk and the beach or Thames St and the waterfront, this spacious 1883 Victorian is set amidst one of Newports finest residential areas. Indulge in our gourmet breakfast served in your private suite. We feature free, off-street parking, private baths (some with oversized clawfoot soaker tubs), cable TV, air conditioning and lovely gardens and sunporch. Rates range from $99 to $325 depending on the time of year and room selection. Make The White House your home away from home while in Newport! 73 Catherine Street Newport, RI 02840 MAP Phone: 877-841-0009 WWW

A Warm and Friendly Guest Home Experience Brook Court Guest House This cozy guest home is centrally located outside of Providence and is easily accessible by major highways. Nearby attractions include RI colleges and universities (Brown, RISD, URI, J&W), McCoy Stadium and the Pawsox, and the Pawtucket/Slater Mill historic sites. A NON-SMOKING household. Reservations required in advance, no credit cards. Accommodations include the Newport Room with full bed and ceilng fan, single or double, for $55 a night or the Murray Suite with queen bed, sofa, AC, for single or double, $65 a night. Check in after 3:30, Check out at 11:30. From I-95 North exit 2A in Mass to Rt 1A Pawtucket/Newport Ave. Access to TF Green/Providence 20 minutes, or Logan Airport/Boston 1 hr. 6 Brook Court Pawtucket, RI 02861 MAP Phone: 401/724-5755

A Providence Guest House Congdon House Exceptional two floor 2500 sq-ft apartment filled with great art. Congdon House, a unique guest house providing luxury accommodations, is a wonderful place from which to experience the city of Providence and its historic East Side neighborhood. Located in a quiet residential community, and set on a hillside overlooking the city, Condon House is within walking distance to Providences downtown shopping, nightlife, and many historic sights. 128 Congdon St. Providence, RI 02906 MAP Phone: 401 273-6699 WWW

Breakfast on the stone porch! Grandview Bed and Breakfast Stately turn-of-the-century hilltop home with a splendid ocean view. Hearty continental breakfast. Cheery breakfast porch. Wraparound stone porch. Spacious grounds. Walk to tennis and golf. Short drive to beaches, Newport, Mystic, Watch Hill and casinos. Awake each morning in the comfort of your room, met by the rich aroma of freshly baked muffins. Spend the morning reading in the sun-drenched breakfast room, relaxing on the magnificent wrap-around stone porch or exploring the spacious grounds. Each evening share quiet conversation in front of the fieldstone fireplace or enjoy the latest video in the family room. 212 Shore Road Westerly, RI 02891 MAP Phone: 1-800-447-6384 WWW Email

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