A complete guide for everything you need to experience a great Long Weekend in Newport, the one city in all of America that most evokes images of the robber barons of the Gilded Age. “I found myself even more impressed by the mansions of the Vanderbilts and other rich folks than I thought I’d be. Definitely glad I made this special trip to Newport.” --- Winona S., Memphis “Hanging out on the wharf downtown eating seafood and watching all the boats come and go were our favorite things to do.” --- Carol M., Louisville You'll save a lot of time using this concise guide. =Lodgings variously priced =Fine & budget restaurants, more than enough listings to give you a sense of the variety to be found. =Principal attractions -- don't waste your precious time on the lesser ones. We've done all the work for you. =A handful of interesting shopping ideas.