Nantucket, or the “far-away land“ in Native American, is a magnificent island situated 41°N 70°W on the Atlantic Ocean. Approximately 30 miles at sea, 15 miles long, 4.5 miles wide and surrounded with 82 miles of beaches, this hidden gem represents a true paradise! Place of peace, the island is a year-round home to a population of around 10,000, which increases to 50,000 in the summer months. Virgin beaches, blue skies, fine dining restaurants, shopping, art, museums, countless options for entertainment, outdoor activities, as well a wide spectrum of events is what makes Nantucket the lively place it is. With tis unique community, Nantucket is and adventure worth experiencing. Town, which is the epicenter of the island, was culturally influenced by the first English settlement in 1659, the Quaker settlement during the 18th century, as well as by the affluence generated from the whaling industry. Merchants and master mariner built their homes with an eye to impress their neighbors. The perfectly preserved Georgian, Federal and Greek revival houses of that era, and the older Quaker buildings make Nantucket Town an architectural reassure trove. Building upon old traditions, Nantucket’s community has evolved from generation to generation and at the same time has managed to preserve its unique charm. If you are here for a day, or a lifetime, Nantucket never fails to feel like home by crating timeless memories that you will take everywhere you go!