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There are 618 miles of shoreline along Connecticut’s coast. It’s also one of the heaviest developed shorelines on the East Coast with lots of signs proclaiming, “private beach” or “members only.” So ...

Connecticut often goes underrated when it comes to its coastal attractions and lifestyles. However, this slice of New England holds tranquil escapes from the big cities like New York, Boston, or New ...