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Welcome travel writers, bloggers, broadcast journalists and filmmakers!

Here you’ll find a host of helpful resources to aid in telling your story: high res images, video and b-roll and details about our destination. Can’t find what you’re looking for? We have an extensive media asset archive. Please contact Cassandra Earle with special requests.

Want to be in the know on everything happening here? Need some inspiration? Visit our Insider Guide for enticing story ideas.

If you’re a lifestyle or travel journalist considering visiting us to experience this extraordinary destination, please review our Press Trip Guidelines.


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CEarle@DiscoverNewport.org

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Curated collection of images intended for non-commercial use by media, authorized meeting planners and tour operators to promote our nine coastal communities as a destination for tourism.

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Be our guest! We’re grateful for your interest in Newport and our eight surrounding coastal communities.

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When you have more than 375 years of history under your belt, you’re bound to have epic “firsts.”

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Top Annual Events

Here’s just a snapshot of some of our most anticipated celebrations in 2026.

Ocean Drive Winter

Winter on The Coast

Winter sunrises unobstructed and in full glory, snow-kissed seasides and a seat by the fire - it's a feeling unlike any other.

Spring Blooms at Queen Anne Square

Plan for Spring

Sunny cobblestone paths lined with fresh spring blossoms. Longer days and long-awaited sunshine—it's a feeling unlike any other. Classic.

Ocean Drive Newport RI Sunset

Top 12 Things To Do

We’ve got nearly 400 years of seriously historic rebellion and artistry and history and innovation. And don’t even get us started on the downright stunning natural beauty of this place. It’s a lot, in…

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Apr 1-Apr 30

Newport Daffodil Days

Newport’s Daffodil Days celebrates the arrival of over 1,465,000 bright yellow daffodils throughout…

Jun 19-Jun 21

The Newport Flower Show

"Pearls of Newport" is the perfect theme for the 30th anniversary Newport Flower Show, taking place…

Jul 5-Jul 12

Hall of Fame Open

Save the Date! July 5-12, 2026 Professional tennis will return to the Newport in 2026! The newly…

Jul 24-Jul 26

Newport Folk Festival

2026 Newport Folk Festival is back at Fort Adams from July 24 - July 26, 2026. The Newport Folk…

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Newport Firsts

When you have 387 years of history under your belt, you’re bound to have some epic “firsts.” Some are more well-known than others.

White Horse Tavern

Newport's Oldest Places

Walk these cobblestone byways and pass by the oldest synagogue in the country, or step foot in America's oldest tavern.