2023 marks the 32nd anniversary of Cape Cod Life’s Best of Cape Cod & the Islands Awards, making it the longest-running “Best of” contest in the region, with winners chosen by readers like YOU! The Best of awards have traditionally served as a way for Cape Cod Life to connect with thousands of locals and visitors alike, giving them the opportunity to share the people, places, and things they love best about the Cape and Islands.

Last year, we heard from the most Cape and Islands-lovers to date, tallying the votes to almost 80,000. The result was more than 852 gold and silver winners across six different regions and over 71 categories, plus a comprehensive digital guide directing visitors to the very best of the region in dining, food & drink, lodging, shopping, and things to do. In 2023, we hope to hear from even more people so that we can continue to recognize those putting in the hard work and demonstrating the kind of spirit that makes Cape Cod and the Islands such a vibrant, resilient community.