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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.

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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 Photos - 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
  

Cape Cod Vacation FAQs

• General


• About Cape Cod towns


• About places to stay


• About beaches
  
  
• About activities and attractions
  
  
• About getting here
  
  
• 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
  
  
• Affiliate, Referral & Advertising Disclosure
  

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