Nantucket has an array of beautiful, impeccable small boutique hotels in town, plus options in 'Sconset and Madaket, but you'll want to plan far ahead since they often sell out and prices top $ ...

She’s the bard of Nantucket and the doyenne of flip-flops ... you could arrive at the ferry dock and be able to find your way to Madaket Beach, Sankaty Head Light, Jewel Pond or any number ...