One of our favorite spots in CT and just a short drive away! Mystic has something for everyone from the Seaport which brings you back in time with its maritime museums to Main Street with its many breweries and restaurants.

Our top picks to try out:

- Red 36

- S&P Oyster

- Mix Rooftop bar and Sift bakery

- Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream

- Mystic Pizza <-- (for Julia Robert fans its a must see)

- Mystic Aquarium

- Bleu Squid <-- (the best cupcakes!)

- B.F. Clyde's Cider Mill

Many of our first dates were at vineyards along the Connecticut Wine Trail, including Chamard. We made it our goal to get to as many as we could on the wine trail passport! Grab a bite to eat in the Bistro or a glass of wine in the tasting room.

A great nearby brewery!

For the casino lovers! Mohegan Sun offers many great restaurants, dance clubs, slot/table games, shows, and more. Just a short drive away.

Clinton Crossing, a charming outdoor shopping area just a 10-minute drive away, offers many high-end stores including Calvin Klein, Dooney & Bourke, Kenneth Cole, Saks Fifth Avenue and Tommy Hilfiger. Open daily at 10am.

Also check out the Westbrook Outlets as well if you're shopping around!

One of our favorite Orchards for seasonal Pick Your Own, Farmers market, championship and beginner golf and much more! Set on 1,100 scenic acres in central Connecticut.