Where do millionaire New Yorkers spend their weekends at the Hamptons?
Brooke Shields and Anderson Cooper among stars who visit East Hampton Village, one of Long Island’s idyllic spots offering luxury homes, fine restaurants and great shops
The Hamptons, a selection of seaside towns and villages dotted along the eastern coast of Long Island, in the US state of New York, are known around the world as a weekend destination for ultra-wealthy holidaymakers from the nearby New York City.
For those keen to make a trip there, whether seeking a great night out or a shopping centre packed with the top luxury brands, there's a destination for everything – you just have to know where to look.
The Hamptons are often visited by celebrities including actress Brooke Shields, journalist Anderson Cooper and actor Neil Patrick Harris
Diane Saatchi, a Hamptons-based real-estate agent at Saunders & Associates, has the inside scoop on how to enjoy the Hamptons, neighbourhood by neighbourhood.
From the places with the most celebrities to the area with the best restaurants, Saatchi’s insights will help guide you on the perfect trip through one of America’s swankiest destinations.
Check out her guide to the “Best of the Hamptons”.
Introducing the Hamptons
The Hamptons are located on the South Fork of Long Island, about two hours’ travel from Midtown Manhattan by car, if there is no traffic– which there usually is.
The hottest summer spots in the Hamptons (shown in the graphic above) are Westhampton Beach, Quogue, Sagaponack, Sag Harbor, Amagansett, Montauk and the two main towns of Southampton and East Hampton.
Each year the Hamptons welcome millions of visitors, including many high-net-worth travellers.
Where to eat
For a good meal, head over to the Hamptons' Sag Harbor. Whether you are looking to dress up and dine in style or just kick back after a day at the beach, according to Saatchi, Sag Harbor has it all.