NORTH KINGSTOWN – The Poplar Point Lighthouse shines again, after 142 years in darkness. Owners Russell and Cathy Shippee relit the tower on Christmas night with family and neighbors gathered nearby.

This is nautical living at its coziest. While these tall towers have an extensive history as protectors, warning ships of dangers — including shallow waters and rocky coasts — and guiding them in and ...

Wow! We have a famous lighthouse, according to e-mailer Jean who said I should visit. The Umpqua River Lighthouse at Winchester Bay has gotten it's very own postage stamp this summer. Hey, I already ...

CAPE MAY, NJ (WPVI) -- Cape May Lighthouse has been helping mariners navigate the shores since 1839. It's 156 feet tall with 199 steps to the top. Make the climb during the day and you'll be rewarded ...

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What is it about lighthouses that captures our imagination? Maybe they make us feel hopeful because they symbolize safety and security in stormy weather. Maybe they appeal to our romantic souls by ...

If you're planning a spring or summer trip and are looking for an affordable place to stay on the Great Lakes, you're in luck. The DeTour Reef Light in northern Lake Huron has expanded its lighthouse ...

SOUTH MANITOU ISLAND, MICH. -- Next time you’re watching another spectacular summer sunset at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, linger a little after the sun goes down to look for the glow of ...

Watch the timelapse and swipe through the photos to see how volunteers hoisted a Christmas wreath into place on Nobska Light ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Transformative Travel: I look at how travel can change lives. This article is more than 2 years old. In 2022, Rich Cucé—a father ...

Ever dream of a peaceful getaway right on the water that towers above everything? Imagine spending the night at lighthouses that once played a vital role in warning mariners away from danger. If ...