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Travel Note

Transportation, Accommodation, & Leisure Options

🛳️ Coming from Long Island – Ferry Options Guests traveling from Long Island to New Bedford can take either of two ferry routes across Long Island Sound into Connecticut, followed by a short drive to New Bedford. 🚗 Option 1: Port Jefferson → Bridgeport Ferry Website: www.88844ferry.com Ferry Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes Drive from Bridgeport → Merrill’s: ~2 hours 15 minutes Suggested Departure: Take the 7:00 AM or 7:30 AM ferry to arrive comfortably by 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM, allowing time to park, freshen up, and enjoy the start of the party at 12 PM ET. 🚗 Option 2: Orient Point → New London Ferry Website: www.longislandferry.com Ferry Time: ~1 hour 20 minutes Drive from New London → Merrill’s: ~1 hour 20 minutes Suggested Departure: Take the 8:00 AM ferry to arrive in New Bedford by 11:00 AM. 💡 Tip: Ferries recommend arriving 30–45 minutes early, and reservations are highly recommended—especially on spring/summer weekends. 🏨 Recommended Hotels Near Merrill’s If you’re staying overnight or making a weekend trip: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New Bedford – 185 MacArthur Dr, New Bedford, MA 02740 (2 min walk) New Bedford Harbor Hotel – 222 Union St, New Bedford, MA 02740 (5 min drive) Hampton Inn Fairhaven – 1 Hampton Way, Fairhaven, MA 02719 (10 min drive) 🌸 Things to Do Nearby Make a weekend of it! New Bedford is a charming coastal town with: -Strolls along the Harborwalk & Whaling Museum -Tasty bites and drinks at Black Whale, National Club, or Candela. -Boutique shopping in Downtown New Bedford -Beach time at Fort Phoenix State Beach in Fairhaven