We all have our Labor Day traditions, and many lead to the Hamptons. The seasonal destination on Long Islands East End celebrates the end of summer in style. To get a head start, were sharing our Labor Day guide to the Hamptons. Read on for tips on where to stay, dine, shop, view art and partake in one of the regions most popular annual events.
Canoe Place Inn & Cottages
The Hamptons claims many gorgeous hotels, but travelers who wish to stay at a brand-new property should book accommodations at Canoe Place Inn & Cottages. Located on six acres at the entrance to Long Islands East End, the restored historic destination dates to the 1600s. Amenities include Good Ground Tavern and Onda Beauty spa. canoeplace.com
Spectre Sea
Like Florida, its all about getting out on the water in the Hamptons. Bespoke yacht charter firm Spectre Sea customizes excursions on a San Lorenzo SX 88 and Vanquish VQ 40 to popular destinations like Duryeas Orient Point, Gardiners Island and Sunset Beach. Its fleet returns to Florida and the Caribbean in October. spectresea.com
Sothebys East Hampton
Sothebys gallery in East Hampton exhibits Land and Water: Christo and Jeanne-Claude in America from August 24 through September 18. The shows preparatory drawings and collages cover four of the couples completed projects, including their wrapping of Miamis Biscayne Bay islands pictured here, as well as one of their most ambitious unrealized projects. sothebys.com
Shop 'Til You Drop
The Hamptons retail scene heats up in summer. Prada and Valentino unveiled stunning stores, while Chanel pops up in a 19th-century, gray-shingled landmark through Labor Day, and Cartier premiered its Panthere C navy handbag at its temporary boutique until fall. Diors Dioriviera beach chic collection is available for season at Gurneys Montauk, too. prada.com | valentino.com | chanel.com | cartier.com | dior.com
Dining Dash
So many great restaurants, so little time. The Lobster Roll, Sant Ambroeus and Tutto il Giorno opened more locations in the East End. Duryeas Orient Point introduced a St.Tropez-style beach club. Watch the sunset with an al fresco meal at EHP Resorts Si Si. Hit farmstands for fresh corn and tomatoes. lobsterroll.com | santambroeus.com | tuttoilgiorno.com | duryeas.com | ehpresort.com
Hampton Classic Horse Show
The 46th annual Hampton Classic Horse Show comes to town from August 28-September 4. Attracting top competitors from around the globe, the prestigious equestrian event representing 200 classes in six show rings culminates with Sundays $410,000 Hampton Classic Grand Prix. The star-studded affair also features dining and a boutique garden with 70 vendors. hamptonclassic.com
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