My favorite day-trip destination is a small island in New England — and the round-trip ferry ride is just $20

Every year, I look forward to taking the ferry to Block Island.

Morgan Rizzo

"Just leave your troubles behind" are the last words of a catchy, famous jingle for the Block Island Ferry.I've lived in Rhode Island my whole life and heard this jingle more times than I can count. I have to admit there's something to it: After years of going on day trips, weekend getaways, and longer vacations to tons of New England hot spots, nowhere quite eases my troubles like Block Island.Every summer, I plan a day trip there, knowing I'll be met with tons of positivity, excellent seafood, and relaxation on island time.Though the island is under 20 miles off the mainland and just a short ferry ride away, I always feel transported into a secluded coastal escape.

It's easy to get to Block Island from Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New York.

The Block Island Ferry offers stunning views and a full-service bar.