Recreation & Activities
A love affair with Orleans-a Cape Cod Photo Essay
Online only: Expanded story, plus more photos of Orleans! With coastline along both the Atlantic and Cape Cod Bay, the town of Orleans offers spectacular natural scenery, and the community’s fascinating…
Set sail this summer on a relaxing Cape Cod cruise
In this article we highlight six local on-the-water adventures Summer on Cape Cod is never short of options for outdoor activities. Whether you’re a year-round resident or a first-time visitor,…
One weekend in Wellfleet—a Cape Cod photo essay
Online only: Expanded story, plus more photos of Wellfleet! Like the menus in its many fine restaurants and the artistic creations on display in its galleries, the town of Wellfleet…
Cape & Islands Fourth of July fireworks and festivities
Several holiday events are scheduled across the region That time of the year is finally upon us: the time when the bathing suits, barbecues and boys of summer come out…
Cultural Center of Cape Cod celebrates 10-year anniversary
Organization in South Yarmouth offers art classes, exhibits, studio space and more! With its many classes and programs, and artists of all ages and skill sets coming and going, the…
Two days in Dennis—a Cape Cod photo essay
Online only: Expanded story plus more photos of Dennis! Located on the Mid Cape, the town of Dennis stretches across the Cape Cod peninsula from Nantucket Sound to Cape Cod…
Falmouth golf course to host 2017 MGA Open Championship
In the last 12 months, TGC at Sacconnesset (formerly The Golf Club of Cape Cod) has experienced a healthy dose of success. The Falmouth club enrolled 67 new members in…
Addison Art Gallery plans “After Hopper” events for 2017
Summer events to be held in Eastham, Truro and Orleans Fifty years after his death, Edward Hopper (1882-1967) is considered one of America’s greatest Realist painters. During many summers and…
For an uplifting Cape Cod adventure, try parasailing!
This high-flying activity offers amazing views, a peaceful ride and a mood-altering experience On a warm summer afternoon, a handful of fishermen cast lines from the breakwater in South Yarmouth…
Sandwich Photo Essay: A slice of life in one of Cape Cod’s prettiest towns
Online only: Expanded story plus more photos of Sandwich! The town of Sandwich is a special place. From its picturesque homes and historic downtown to its incredible cultural venues and…
Cape & Islands weddings: Twenty amazing local venues + more!
If wedding bells are in your future, and you’re looking to save the date and then celebrate, flip through the following pages in our special 2017 wedding section. We’ve designed…
Cape Cod weddings: Couple celebrates at Ocean Edge in Brewster
Online only: See more photos of Maggie and Eric’s wedding on page 2! This ‘family-style’ celebration was marked by loved ones, friendship, and food! My husband, Eric, and I had…
Cape Cod’s Kindness Rocks Project
Finding just the right message of inspiration at just the right time might just change everything. For West Barnstable resident Megan Murphy—and countless others on Cape Cod and beyond because…
Cape Cod has long been a hot spot for birding enthusiasts
Race Point, Fort Hill and other locales on the peninsula are popular sighting areas “For birding, no other place on the East Coast of the United States can compare to…
Yarmouth Port gardener has ‘flower power’
For Helen McVeigh, time spent in the garden is fulfilling, inspiring, and fun Helen McVeigh describes her gardens as “her bodacious dream,” and a visit to her charming Yarmouth Port…
Buzzards Bay Information Center gets a facelift by local Cape artisans
Visitors to Cape Cod are greeted by artisans’ interpretations of the region’s unique surroundings. Summers on Cape Cod are for making memories. Travelers come from all over the world to…
Touring history
Explore the Cape & Islands on these historical walking tours There’s no better way to get to know Cape Cod than by taking a leisurely walk or drive. It’s like…
2017 Life Annual Guide: Nantucket
Madaket, Nantucket, Siasconset Magnificent and rugged, elegant and expensive, historic and eminently enjoyable: these are just some of the terms that come to mind when considering Nantucket. Located about 27…
