For decades NYC dwellers have chosen Long Island to get away from the hubbub of the city for a much-needed break. Taking a long weekend or even longer requires planning, and savvy vacationers always make long Island limo service part of the planning process.
Technically speaking, Long Island begins at New York Harbor and extends 118 miles eastward into the North Atlantic Ocean. Long Island is densely populated, especially in the western suburbs; however, as you travel further east, you will find townships that are rural and quaint, and these regions are the ones where life is pleasantly casual, relaxed, and most visited.
So, assuming your plans to go out east are meant to maximize relaxation and minimize stress, you must consider how to get there. Reliable transportation has grown in popularity mainly due to the typically negative experiences Uber users suffer. Using a Long Island limo service will ensure your trip will be pleasant and not marred by shoddy transportation.
With so many choices to explore on Long Island year-round, summer is the iconic time to visit, especially along the eastern edge. As June 21 marked the first day of summer, now is the time to plan and experience the diversity of Long Island. And getting around will be easier with luxury car transportation. Whether you’re looking for adventure, family fun, seclusion, shopping, fine dining, or just plain ole relaxation, Long Island has it all. What better way to get around than with Delux Transportation services.
As Long Island’s top luxury limo service with over fifty years of experience, we’ve grown to understand our client’s preferences. As a result, we’ve compiled a list of known favorites and some that are off the beaten track. Compiling a complete list for this article would be difficult; however, we’ve included links to some terrific websites to inspire and further assist in planning.
Golden beaches for sun dwellers
Let’s start with simple pleasures. Long Island has many miles of shoreline, offering plenty of beautiful public and private beaches. Finding an appropriate beach will be easy, depending on where you plan to stay and if you’re traveling as a couple, solo, or with the family.
Among the top are Montauk, Main Beach in East Hampton, and Coopers Beach in Southampton, all make Dr. Stephen Leatherman’s annual Top Ten Beaches of America list.
Adventure for the active
If you’re looking for something beyond lazing on the beach, consider soaking up the sun’s rays on the water. You’ll find plenty of water sports, including surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboard, and much more. These activities cater to all ages and levels of experience, from absolute beginners to experts; plan on bringing the whole family. Delux Transportation’s extensive fleet of limos, Sprinters, SUVs, and vans can accommodate large and small groups. So don’t hesitate to reserve Long Island limo service for your get-a-way.
Pure beauty for nature lovers.
If you’re a nature lover, Long Island’s landscapes offer an abundance. There are salt marshes, tidal pools, forest trails, and gardens, just to name a few. There is just too much for us to list here. However, one jewel often not mentioned and mostly known to the locals is Lavender by the Bay. Long Island is home to about 40 acres of gorgeous lavender fields in East Marion and Calverton. Both farms are owned and operated by the Rozenbaum family, who established their first lavender farm on Long Island in 2002. The farms grow English and French lavender which bloom in June and July. The sight and fragrance of these awe-inspiring fields will take your breath away! Both farms have shops where you can find every imaginable lavender product and sell locally-made crafts.
Long Island’s famous wine tours
Most wouldn’t consider Long Island a wine region, but the diverse terrain and temperatures make LI ideal for wine producers. Whether couples or large groups, wine lovers get a fantastic education when booking a Long Island wine tour. These tours, offered by most of the 60+ vineyards on Long Island, are informative while providing fun and are an excellent way to sample some excellent vintages. Being in the know and getting around the many wineries can be challenging, but not when choosing the right luxury car transportation service that will work out all the logistics allowing you to sit back and enjoy the ride.
Our advice, when choosing a wine tour, is to check for any special events that are going on that coincide with your travel plans. For example, Pindar Vineyards has its famous summer wine festival on August 19, while Jason’s Vineyard will have live music from the legendary North Fork Dirt Band on July 29. These are just a couple of examples, and you’ll find fun events and entertainment at many Long Island vineyards throughout the summer.
Shop till you drop – we’ll supply the limo service
From designer malls to beach shops, whatever your taste is, you’ll find the place to match it on the island.
Manhasset Miracle Mile – designer brands, including Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Prada, and dozens of others.
Tanger Outlet – locations, Deer Park and Riverhead
Vintage shopping – Oakdale and neighboring West Sayville – antiques, old books, and similar treasures
Remember, wherever you spend time, just about every town has its own quaint shopping experiences. FYI you’ll need to get all those goods back home, so keep that in mind when booking your transportation. With Delux, you can choose from our extensive fleet with loads of room for all those shopping bags!
Fun for all the family
We started at the beach, so let’s finish with a quick run-down of just a few fun-packed family destinations on Long Island.
Splish Splash is New York’s largest water park featuring 96 acres of family fun, 20 water slides, wave pools, a lazy river, and a large kiddie pool. There is so much fun to be had for the whole family. There also is a family-dining area. There are special events at certain times, so check the calendar.
Beyond Van Gogh is an incredibly interactive experience that will excite the whole family about one of the greatest artists of the last 200 years. The projected artworks come to life as they bounce off the surfaces around you.
Children’s Museums – Long Island Children’s Museum, Center for Science Teaching and Learning, and Cradle of Aviation Museum are a few that will provide loads of teaching opportunities. Parents, too, will learn something they didn’t know.
These represent just a cross-section of the many different family activities Long Island has to offer. Click here to find out more.
Just as you likely have established a favorite restaurant or place of accommodation, we would like you to make us your go-to transportation company.
Reservations can be made on our website, our mobile apps, or phone. Delux’s professional agents are happy to assist in all the logistics to book the perfect limo service for your next Long Island adventure.
