- Site Guide -

As I add more and more pages to my CapeDays guide, I want to make sure it stays easy for you to find all the information you're looking for.

To see all the topics I've written about (so far) ... just glance through the categories below and click to your heart's content!

NOTE: You can also find all pages on any topic by using the custom Site Search box at the top right of this page.

About Cape Cod

• Where Is Cape Cod? - see where we are on the map


• About Our Towns - my advice on the "best" Cape Cod towns for every vacation style and budget; plus profiles of each town: Barnstable, Bourne, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Falmouth, Harwich, Hyannis, Mashpee, Orleans, Provincetown, Sandwich, Truro, Wellfleet, Yarmouth
  
  
• Satellite View Maps - a birds eye views of Cape Cod and our major roads
  
  
• Detailed Street Atlas - find town-by-town street maps to help you get around
  

Discounts & Freebies

• Money-Saving Special Offers - deals, discounts, and passes to save you $$
  
  
• Lodging Deals - see hotels, motels and inns offering discounted room rates, package deals and other specials  



General Travel Info

• Travel and Transportation Guide - how to get here by land, air and sea


• How to Get Here from Boston - all about travel between Boston and the Cape


• Travel Costs - comparison of different transportation options and costs


• 11th Hour Vacations - how to find lodging at the last minute
  

Driving to Cape Cod

• Driving Mileage Calculator - find your distance, time and directions to get here


• Traffic Issues - about Cape Cod traffic and detours to avoid it


• Traffic Tie-Ups - days and times to expect them


• Traffic Reports - learn which local traffic reports are the most reliable
  

Flying to Cape Cod

• About Flying to Cape Cod - guide to getting here by air


• Barnstable Municipal Airport - about our primary airport in Hyannis


• Provincetown Municipal Airport - about our other airport in P'town


• Flights to the Islands - about flying from Hyannis to Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard
  

Buses to Cape Cod

• Bus Services - about buses to the Cape from Boston, Providence and NY
  

Passenger Train Service
 

• CapeFlyer - the popular passenger train service between Boston and Cape Cod

Ferries to Cape Cod

• Cape Cod Ferries - about ferry services to/from Cape Cod, Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard


• Boston-Cape Cod Ferry - who it's best for, getting to the piers, costs, etc.
  

Ferries to The Islands

• Ferries to Nantucket Island - ports, schedules, fares, etc. for ferries between Cape Cod and Nantucket


• Ferries to Martha's Vineyard - ports, schedules, fares, etc. for ferries between Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard
  

Car Rentals

• Renting a Car in Hyannis - where to find a rental car in Hyannis MA


• Provincetown Car Rentals - where to rent a car in Provincetown MA, and do you really need  to?
  

Lodgings and Accommodations

• Lodgings in All Price Ranges - see lots of options for places to stay


• Beachfront Hotels - a selection of hotels, motels and inns on the beach 


• Waterfront Hotels - hotels, motels, and inns with water views


• Cape Cod Hotels, Motels & Inns - a variety of affordable places to stay


• Unique Accommodations - beyond the ordinary lodgings


• Pet Friendly Lodgings - places to stay that welcome pets


• Hotels and Motels FAQ's - questions and answers


• Finding Hotels and Motels - tips and tricks


• Popular Places to Stay in Hyannis - near the airport, ferry piers, etc.
  

Camping on Cape Cod

• Campgrounds on Cape Cod - directory of popular campgrounds


• Beach Camping - things to know about camping on the beach

Rental Homes and Cottages

• Vacation Homes and Cottages - surprisingly affordable vacation rentals


• Questions to Ask Before You Rent - a printable checklist for renters

Timeshares

• Timeshares for Trade or Rent - where to use your weeks or rent from the owner
  

Food & Drink

• Fun & Tasty Restaurants - our favorite places to grab a bite to eat
  
  
• Local Groceries - here's where to food shop for easy "at home" meals 
  
  
• Clamming - why buy clams at the fish market when you can dig your own?


• Catch a Crab Dinner - when, where, and how to catch Blue Crabs on Cape Cod


• How to Handle and Prepare Fresh Blue Crabs - you've caught 'em, now here's how to cook 'em!
  
  
• Jacqueline Kennedy's Fish Chowder - the former First Lady's recipe for New England Fish Chowder
  
  

Beach Information

• All-in-One Beach Guide - hub page for tons of Cape Cod beach information


• About our Ocean, Bay and Sound Beaches - discover which beaches will suit you best
  
  
• Free Parking Beaches - see which beaches offer free parking year round 


• Public vs. Private Beaches - what you need to know about public and private beaches in MA


• Campfires on the Beach - find out about having your own beach campfires


• Beach Camping - where it's okay to camp on the beach


• Town-by-Town Beach Info: Bourne / Sandwich / Mashpee / Falmouth / Barnstable-Hyannis / Yarmouth / Dennis / Harwich / Brewster / Chatham / Orleans / Eastham / Wellfleet / Truro / Provincetown
  

Bicycling

• Bicycle Rentals - where to rent bikes on Cape Cod

Fishing

• Massachusetts Fishing Licenses - see who needs a license and where to get it


• Saltwater Sport Fishing - read about our amazing light-tackle saltwater fishing


• Directory of Local Tackle Shops - find a local bait and tackle shop


• Tackle Rentals - where to rent rods and reels

Whale Watching

• Whale Watching on the Cape - all about whale watching season, excursions, ticket costs, etc.


• Other Whale Watches in Massachusetts - more locations for whale watching in Massachusetts


• New England Whale Watching - whale watches elsewhere in New England

Entertainment

• Cape Cod Melody Tent - the coolest place to see world renowned performers!


• Golf Course Directory - where to play a round or two
  

Special Events, Festivals and Fairs

• Cape Cod Events - hub page for special events; includes monthly event calendars: May / June / July / August / September / October / November / December / January / February / March / April
  

Much More Vacation Fun

• Activity Planner - "activity central" for free, low-cost, moderately priced, and special activities for every member of the family


• Free Activities - fun, free things to do


• "Non-Touristy" Activities - see what the "locals" enjoy


• Fireworks - when and where to find our fantastic fireworks displays


• Tour a Lighthouse - see which lighthouses are open for touring, plus tour schedules, admission fees, and directions


• Music and Movies - free music and movies in the park


• Cape Cod Baseball League - about the league, the games, and this season's schedule


• CCBL Oddities - unusual (and cool!) things happen at the games


• Cape Cod Potato Chips Factory - about the factory tour


• Geocaching - find hidden treasures all over the Cape


• Meteor Showers and Star Parties - enjoy the show!


• Cape Cod Canal Activities - there's lots going on around the Canal, and many activities are free
  

Vacation Ideas

 

• Cape Cod Vacation on a Budget - sample itinerary for a week-long family vacation on a very tight budget ($500)
  
  
• Affordable Family Beach Vacation - sample itinerary for a $1500/week family vacation
  

• Cape Cod Pics - photo album with some of our favorite pics
  
  
  
• More Pictures - page 2 of our photo album
  
  
• Beach Pictures - more photos of Cape Cod beaches
  
  
• Share Your Photos - here's where you can share your favorite Cape Cod vacation photos and stories on my site
  
  
• Daily Tide Tables - print your own tide chart (and find out why you need one!)


• Visitors Centers - a great place to find coupons, discounts and deals
  

Ask Your Vacation Questions



• Ask general questions


• Ask about Cape Cod towns


• Ask about places to stay


• Ask about beaches
  
  
• Ask about activities and attractions
  
  
• Ask about getting here
  
  
• Ask about getting around on Cape Cod
  

Site Info

• Cape Days Blog


• About Me


• Contact Me


• Privacy Policy


• Terms of Use of This Site


• Legal Info for This Site
  
  
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