| Finding your ideal beach vacation destination is like | | | | common tourist attractions, with guaranteed |
| searching for that perfect piece of art to hang | | | | sighting being the norm. For those prone to |
| over the fireplace; everyone has his or her own | | | | seasickness, the Cape boasts over 50 golf |
| distinct taste. If you're spending thousands of | | | | courses, including 27 public facilities. |
| your hard-earned dollars on a trip for your family, | | | | Immediately off the coast, the islands of Martha's |
| every element should be perfect. With beautiful | | | | Vineyard and Nantucket provide quieter, more |
| beaches, friendly locals, and world-class | | | | intimate vacation spots. While accommodation on |
| restaurants and nightlife, the Massachusetts haven | | | | these islands is more expensive than on the Cape, |
| of Cape Cod is a great choice for your next | | | | these increased costs can be avoided by visiting |
| vacation. | | | | on a day trip. Frequent ferries crisscross the |
| Commonly referred to as "the Cape" by locals, | | | | narrow ocean passage, with the fastest vessel |
| this paradise is located only 75 miles from | | | | reaching Nantucket in only one hour from Cape |
| Boston's Logan Airport, allowing for easy, | | | | town of Hyannisport. |
| affordable transportation from cities across the | | | | A quick afternoon nap might be necessary, |
| United States. The most popular time to visit is | | | | because some of your most enjoyable vacation |
| between June and August, although the shoulder | | | | memories will come from evening exploration |
| months of May and September often provide the | | | | across Cape Cod. Each town boasts wonderful |
| best deals on hotels and house rentals. During the | | | | options for dining out, with options for every price |
| height of the summer, the temperature averages | | | | range. Lobster, crab and fish brought in daily from |
| an idyllic 80 degrees, often accompanied by a | | | | the ocean supply the freshest seafood in the |
| slight cooling breeze coming right off the Atlantic | | | | world. |
| Ocean. | | | | After dinner, stop in at one of the local pubs. |
| While the forty miles of beautiful beaches might | | | | These colorful establishments mix a friendly blend |
| be the initial point of attraction for many visitors, | | | | of tourist and townie. With a number of breweries |
| it's the Cape's wide range of activities that keep | | | | operating on the Cape, the local beer is a point of |
| them coming back. With the kids surfing crisp | | | | pride. For the more adventurous (or more tipsy), |
| ocean waves and frolicking in the sand, Mom and | | | | the towns of Chatham and Yarmouth are both |
| Dad are free to pursue their own interests. The | | | | known for their karaoke. Several dance clubs also |
| fifteen towns on Cape Cod offer ample | | | | operate throughout Cape Cod, along with a |
| opportunity for boutique shopping, spa services, | | | | number of venues offering great live music. |
| and perusing through art galleries. Offshore, the | | | | When planning your next family vacation, consider |
| Atlantic Ocean contains some of the best | | | | Cape Cod. Gorgeous beaches, fun-filled activities |
| deep-sea fishing on the East Coast, with striped | | | | and vibrant nightlife ensure that it will become a |
| bass and tuna practically waiting to jump on your | | | | favorite for years to come. |
| line. Whale watching is another of the most | | | | |