West Winds...
We've stayed at West Winds a couple of times. If you're a sub mega-yacht, they'll put you inside of a small dock-enclosed area (I think they call it "the basin") that is almost impossible to maneuver in. Don't try to leave without their help! They're always ready to warp you out, just get your lines ready and call 'em up. It's inconvenient if you want to leave before the staff comes in. It's a little off the beaten path (at Waite's Wharf) which can be a good thing. Still an easy walk to nearly everywhere. One time we were hours late getting in. The guys stayed at the marina for two extra hours to make sure we were in safely. There used to be this half-sunk, rusting ferry right next door that had been turned into a drink-till-you-puke 20-something bar. Lotsa late-night noise, so ask if it's gone before you book. It's the same at Christy's, however. As the tee-shirt says, Newport is "a drinking town with a yachting problem." I LOVE Newport. Every time we go there we play tennis on the grass courts. Paul sv Escape Artist h336
