Coastal Living - Summer 2025

In this issue

The Miles to Margaritaville
A road trip tracing Jimmy Buffett’s 1971 journey to the Florida Keys that would change his music—and fans’ lives—forever.

Spain’s Sun-blessed Sisters
Meet the Mediterranean trio of your dreams: the Balearic islands of Mallorca, Ibiza, and tiny Formentera.

It’s a Love Story
How a shingled Shelter Island beach house became a California family’s summer sanctuary.

Rosemary Is for Remembrance
Culinary historian Jessica B. Harris shares her memories and recipes from her historic cottage on Martha’s Vineyard.

WHAT'S IN YOUR BEACH BAG?

Isabella Alden Voitzwinkler, creator of Ella Alden pajamas, shares her beach day essentials

1 min

IT'S A LOVE STORY

In search of an “old-fashioned summer,” one couple found their answer on New York's Shelter Island, where they reimagined a shingled beach house as their permanent retreat

6 mins

The Miles to MARGARI

WHEN JIMMY BUFFETT DIED IN 2023, A WORLD OF TROPICS-LOVING, FLIP-FLOP-WEARING FANS MOURNED THE LOSS OF THEIR SALTY TROUBADOUR. MEG LUKENS NOONAN RETRACES THE JOURNEY THAT TOOK HIM TO KEY WEST FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 1971, AND ENCOUNTERS AN ISLAND OVERFLOWING WITH LOVE FOR AND CELEBRATION OF HIS INIMITABLE LIFE

8 mins

TINY TREASURE

WHEN A COUPLE WANTED TO BRING THEIR HISTORIC WATERFRONT COTTAGE TO LIFE, THEY ENTRUSTED ITS UNIQUE STORY TO NANTUCKET LOOMS, THE ISLAND'S DE FACTO ARBITER OF STYLE

4 mins

SPAIN'S SUN-BLESSED SISTERS

Discover the Mediterranean charms of the Balearic Islands, from fabled Mallorca and bohemian Ibiza to windswept, gem-like Formentera

9 mins

seaside serenity

To make the most of a narrow lot, a family takes a top-down approach to relaxed beachfront living

4 mins

ROSEMARY IS FOR REMEMBRANCE

AN ODE TO MEALS AND MEMORIES FROM A SUMMER HOME ON MARTHA'S VINEYARD

9 mins

JEWELS of the JERSEY SHORE

Home to America’s first seaside resort, this storied shoreline is also home to stunning beaches, historic enclaves, and old-fashioned fun. Meet the eight towns that will make you a Jersey Shore convert (if you’re not one already)

6 mins

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Coastal Living Magazine Description:

Coastal Living magazine was founded in 1997 by Jack Thomasson, a former executive at Southern Living magazine. Coastal Living magazine is the ultimate guide to living the coastal lifestyle and packed with inspiration for your home, travel, food, and entertaining, all with a coastal twist.

* Find ideas for beachy cottages, modern beach houses, and everything in between.
* Discover the best coastal destinations, from the Carolinas to the Pacific Coast.
* Learn how to cook delicious coastal cuisine, from seafood boils to shrimp and grits.
* Get tips for entertaining guests in a coastal style.
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