Newport appears to be the home of the rich and famous because of the magnificent and majestic homes that line its Bellevue Avenue but it is also a town with a vibrant sailing community. I was privileged to host an affair at the New York Yacht Club for a Bermudian that was preparing to sail solo around the world leaving from Newport. Newport is a town that I have visited many times in all seasons, and I know I’ll be back there for clam chowder in the not-too-distant future.