Recreation & Activities
Harwich: 2016 town profile
Located along Nantucket Sound and featuring a topography that includes ponds, harbors and flatlands, the town of Harwich is often referred to as the birthplace of the Cape’s cranberry industry.…
Brewster: 2016 town profile
Named for Elder William Brewster, a Mayflower passenger and one of the Pilgrim’s first religious leaders, the town of Brewster is a mecca for nature lovers and outdoor explorers. For…
Dennis: 2016 town profile
Located in the center of Cape Cod, the town of Dennis boasts a variety of cultural venues and historic sites, endless beaches and several great restaurants. A good place to…
Yarmouth: 2016 town profile
One of the Cape’s oldest towns, Yarmouth has thrived off the ocean since it was incorporated in 1639. Driving along Route 6A, visitors will pass by the homes of 50…
Barnstable: 2016 town profile
Barnstable, Cape Cod’s largest town in both geographic size and population, offers a variety of unique attractions—and some fantastic dining options. Stretching from Cape Cod Bay to Nantucket Sound, the…
Mashpee: 2016 town profile
The town of Mashpee has a fascinating history—and boasts a well-known shopping complex as well as relaxing beaches and open space areas. In the years following King Phillip’s War (1675…
Falmouth: 2016 town profile
Traveling to Falmouth? Here’s a few things to bring to best enjoy your experience: a bicycle, a book on marine life, a bathing suit, a big appetite, and a few…
Sandwich: 2016 town profile
Settled in 1637 and incorporated two years later, Sandwich is Cape Cod’s oldest town, and visitors will find little tastes of history throughout the community. Downtown, several historic sites are…
Bourne: 2016 town profile
The first community most visitors experience, or at least drive through, when they arrive on Cape Cod is Bourne. Though the traffic over the bridges may be hectic in summer,…
Bespoke Abode
Home Furnishings Liz Stiving-Nichols never dreamt that one day she would own a shop full of beautiful things on Martha’s Vineyard. The interior designer is also the owner of Martha’s…
When the temperature drops, go take a hike!
Details on five invigorating walks on the Cape & Islands The warm weather has come and gone, and the tourists and seasonal residents of summer have left the Cape and…
There’s a lot to like about alpaca
Vineyard farm spreads the word about this gentle animal’s many attractive qualities Let’s call this a story of love at first sight. A little over ten years ago, Barbara Ronchetti of Edgartown…
Many are making the choice to eat healthier
With so many food options available these days, choosing the best tasting and healthiest products can be a bit overwhelming. From grass-fed beef to organically grown fruits and vegetables, the…
A very festive holiday lineup!
Previews of five upcoming events on the Cape & Islands—and details on 21 more Here’s a few easy holiday-themed questions for you. Are you in the mood for any of…
Cape Cooking: Holiday bonus!
Here’s a menu for a warm and festive meal courtesy of the Old Yarmouth Inn Friends, readers, and Cape Cod folk, lend me your ears. The holiday season is nigh…
Autumn Field Trips
SEPTEMBER 28-OCTOBER 4 Nantucket Restaurant Week is held Monday, September 28, to Sunday, October 4 with more than 35 participating restaurants across the island offering discounted meal prices, new menu…
Upcoming Cape & Islands Fairs and Festivals
Previews of six upcoming fairs and festivals—with details on many more As you leaf through the following pages, we think you’ll find—as we have—that although the crowds on the Cape…
Chatham Airport: One Man’s Field of Dreams
Founder Wilfred Berube’s grassroots effort paved the way for the airport we know today Imagine that you and some friends decide to spend the day surfcasting off Monomoy. Rather than…