HughSo many people are missing out when coming to Nantucket! Too many come and visit the island, but only see the downtown area, or some other limited slice of the island, but it’s just not enough. Not that they are doing wrong, necessarily; I am just saying that Nantucket Island is a very special place that is amazing to learn about, and thereby gain a new perspective and appreciation.
Do you know where the name Nantucket comes from? Do you know how the island – and Martha’s Vineyard next door – were formed? Do you know how big the island is? Discover Nantucket Tours will enrich you with such fundamental facts. And so very much more…
How about the indigenous islanders before the English settlers…do you know who they were? Or when the island was first settled by the English? You can impress your friends with these facts! How fun is that!
Do you know about the “Great Fire?”
Did you know that before Nantucket belonged to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts it was part of another State? Did you know that a modern popular beer bears the name of one of the earliest Nantucket Governors…and that it was he who proposed the “Town of Nantucket” name?
Most people know that Nantucket is famous for whaling, but how did it start? How long did the whaling industry last? What famous novel was influenced by Nantucket?
But the historical facts are only one piece of Nantucket! The unique New England architecture, the indelible scenery of the island’s nature, the distinct character, and the overwhelming beauty of every angle of this alluring island are further treasured pieces of your tour.
Your tour guide – Hugh Lloyd-Thomas – loves sharing facts, answering questions, and making each tour enriched with amazing information, and much fun!
When you decide to come to the island and you make your travel arrangements, be sure to book your tour with Discover Nantucket Tours! You will be forever glad you did!
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