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Cape Cod is as diverse as the towns that line its beaches. Get the most out of your stay with our staff recommendations; they shine the spotlight on local favorites, and help you get a feel for the Massachusetts way of life.
From community parades to stunning firework shows, there are so many ways to celebrate the Fourth of July around the Cape! In Yarmouth, you can catch more than 30 sand sculpture creations at the annual Sand Sculpture Trail, which you can view through the summer. For community Fourth of July parades, look to communities like Falmouth’s, which will kick-off the big day with their annual parade of bikes, carriages, and even a cannonball shooting. Then, join in on nearby picnic celebrations with great food, music, and festivities. To end the night, Cape Cod goes all out with firework displays as you’ve never seen. The Falmouth Fireworks have been voted as some of the best, with fun, patriotic music to go along. You can also find fireworks along Provincetown Harbor and Pleasant Bay, where you can take cruises for prime viewing! However you spend your summer holiday, Cape Cod offers a Fourth of July you won’t forget. On the other side of the peninsula awaits an exciting coastal adventure! Monomoy Island Excursions is a family-owned business that leads visitors and locals out to the barrier island of Monomoy to go seal-watching. This wildlife refuge has become a home for thousands of harbor and gray seals over time, making each and every visit a thrilling treat. But the fun doesn’t end with the seals. On the voyage, you’ll visit Wychmere Harbor—one of the most scenic harbors on the Cape—and the Stage Harbor to get a close look at the beautiful Stage Harbor and Chatham lighthouses. On these tours, you get so much more than just animal-watching, but a real experience of the magic of sea life on Nantucket Sound. Monomoy Island Excursions runs cruises several times each day, each tour lasting an hour and a half, with a wildlife expert on board to answer all of your questions. You’ll definitely want to make time for this family-friendly afternoon adventure. This month the annual Nantucket Wine & Food Festival returns for another celebration of incredible winemakers and chefs from all over the world. Just 30 miles off our beautiful coast—and a short ferry ride away—Nantucket will buzz with excitement over five jam-packed days of tastings, seminars, dinners, and more. May 15-19, you can take your pick from select events on the all-day schedules or go all in for the entire festival, which has been held annually for over twenty years. No matter what’s on your itinerary, you’ll be able to dive head first into the distinguished and dynamic worlds of cuisine and winemaking. Meet with chefs, sommeliers, presenters, and expert speakers to gain insight into the craft and art of wine and food. With the stunning coast as the festival’s backdrop, the five-day event is simply not to be missed. With prime access to the popular Cape Cod Rail Trail, you and your family can experience Cape Cod like never before right outside our resort. With 26 miles of breathtaking backdrops and lush scenery from South Dennis to Wellfleet, the rail trail is a fun and active way to explore all over Cape Cod on your own terms. Mostly flat terrain—with some minor grades around the Lower and Outer Cape areas—you can plan a route for as little or as long as you’d like. Rent bikes right here on site from the shops on either side of our resort, and you’ll be well on your way. The rental shops offer reasonable fees, starting at $15 for two hours or $35 for a full day for adults, and $10 for two hours or $25 for a whole day for children. At first glance, Provincetown seems insignificant. Located at the tip of Cape Cod, this village is home to just under 3,000 permanent residents. Its size, however, belies its significance; and since its founding centuries ago, it’s turned into an unlikely cultural epicenter. Provincetown – or “P-Town,” as the locals call it — traces its history back roughly 400 years, when Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower docked in its harbor and signed the Mayflower Compact. Although the Pilgrims eventually elected to settle in nearby Plymouth, Provincetown was immortalized. Officially settled in 1700, the town gradually developed into its current state. P-town has something for everyone: The Pilgrim Monument, commemorating the first landfall of its namesake travelers; Herring Cove Beach, part of the Cape Cod National Seashore; and the lively, inclusive Commercial Street, to name a few attractions. It’s also a haven for the LGBT community. There’s more to Provincetown than meets the eye; and judging by some of the individuals that called it home — Tennessee Williams, Jackson Pollock, Kurt Vonnegut, and Anthony Bourdain among them — you’re bound to have a memorable visit.Cape Cod Offers a Fourth of July You'll Never Forget
Cape Cod Offers a Fourth of July You'll Never Forget
Go Seal Watching and Explore Nantucket Sound
Go Seal Watching and Explore Nantucket Sound
Visit Nantucket for a Week of Delicious Wine and Food
Visit Nantucket for a Week of Delicious Wine and Food
Explore the Town on the Cape Cod Bike and Rail Trail
Explore the Town on the Cape Cod Bike and Rail Trail
Provincetown: Small on Size, Big on Surprise
Provincetown: Small on Size, Big on Surprise