Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's free and quick! Some forums can only be seen by registered members. After you create your account, you'll be able to customize options and access all our 15,000 new posts/day with fewer ads.
1. Providence, RI
2. Portland, Maine
3. Pittsburgh, PA
4. Twin Cities, Minnesota
5. Chattanooga, TN
I'd put them in that order, based on your criteria. You stress that you want a "body of water" near. Well, Providence is close to some outstanding beaches, and Portland, ME is right on the water too. Young people abound in Providence and its downtown is turning pretty hip and a place to "be."