The Best on the Block 2026 winners are in. Ballard’s leads the ballot with four placements, a brand-new category crowns its first champion, and one quiet trail pulls off the upset of the year.
The Best on the Block Awards are back, and it’s time to give your favorite island spots their moment.
From the mudslides you dream about all winter to the beach days, lobster rolls, coffee runs, date nights, hidden views, and local favorites that make Block Island unforgettable, your vote helps decide who takes the title this year.
Block Island Fireworks: A Cherished Tradition in Need of Community Support Every summer, the skies above Block Island light up with an explosion of color and brilliance that has become
Only a handful of Block Island hotels have a pool. Here’s every option on the island, from Champlin’s marina-view pool to the Beach House downtown.
Whale watching near Block Island is more possible than most visitors realize. Here’s a guide to what species travel through these waters, the best times and methods to spot them, and how to make the most of time on the ocean around the island.
Looking for a Block Island beach house or vacation rental? Here’s your complete guide to finding the right property, what to expect to pay, the best platforms to search, and tips for making your rental stay the best part of your trip.
Thinking about camping on Block Island? Here’s the real guide to what’s available, how to book before it sells out, what to pack for island life, and what the experience is actually like once you’re there.
Planning a trip to Block Island? Here’s an honest, month-by-month breakdown of Block Island weather so you can pack right, plan smart, and show up at exactly the right time for your travel style.
Great white sharks have been documented near Block Island, and searches for sightings have gone through the roof. Here’s what visitors actually need to know before their trip, including whether it’s safe to swim and how to track live shark activity.
Block Island after dark is better than you’d expect. Here’s your guide to the best bars, live music, and nightlife spots on the island, from Ballard’s beach scene to late-night cocktails.
