Cape Cod Vacations

One of the most popular vacation spots in the country is Cape Cod, Massachusetts. It's like the songs says: “If you're fond of sand dunes and salty air Quaint little villages here and there You're sure to fall in love with Old Cape Cod.” Most people think of Cape Cod as the quintessential sun-splashed summer getaway. But how about in the autumn? Now is the time to enjoy this area, when the summer crowds have gone and it's just you among the sea grass and the dunes! October temperatures are still in the 60s during the day, but can get chilly at night - ... Read Full Story

Cape Cod Children's Museum in partnership with Coonamessett Farm is offering a hands-on program for children ages 4 through 10+ focusing on gardening and activities at a real working farm. The children will plant, maintain, and harvest their very own garden at the farm, filled with a variety of vegetables, herbs, fruits and flowers. They will learn about organic gardening methods, bugs, worms, and other garden critters, composting, and much more! Classes will include garden and farm related arts and crafts, stories, games, visits with the farm animals, and other special farm activities. The Little Sprouts program begins in June and continues into August, ... Read Full Story

I am totally hooked on B&B's. They're a great place to get decorating inspiration and ideas. Here is a photo tour of three inns on Cape Cod. The first one we'll visit is called the Old Sea Pines Inn. I just love the wrap-around porch with the beautiful hanging planters and rocking chairs.   Read more. Read Full Story

This postcard shows the aerial view of Cape Cod Canal in Cape Cod, MA. The Cape Cod Canal is a man-made waterway traversing the narrow neck of land that anchors Cape Cod to mainland Massachusetts. The Cape Cod Cana is part of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. The Canal provides a unique, closeup view of ocean going ships and tugs underway as they utilize the canal route between Cape Cod Bay and Buzzards Bay. Cruise lines, cargo ships and jumbo car carriers can be seen from the Canal banks. Meet friends and penpals living in Cape Cod The Cape Cod Canal joins Cape Cod Bay ... Read Full Story

Sophia and I spent yesterday morning at Woods Hole. Our morning reminded me that we'll have to plan a trip over to the Vineyard soon. My Dreamy Island Cookies were inspired by a previous trip on the ferry ride from an afternoon spent over there. By this weekend I will have Dreamy Island Cookies available for sale at the Coonamessett Farm Store in Falmouth . Can you make out the Vineyard from the top picture? Look at how green the water is near the shore. Of course, that's the Ferry arriving at Wood's Hole. Read Full Story

Meet Me in My Cape Cod Kitchen: Recipes from West Falmouth Baking Company is complete and ready for sale for $12.95. It includes (among other things) my recipes for Dreamy Island Cookies, Lemon Cake and Cranberry Biscotti. A local food writer has planned to write a review of the book in the Falmouth paper in a couple of weeks. She sent a note earlier today to say she really liked the book. I will also have copies of it for sale at the Coonamessett Farm store, include it as an option in my gift baskets and if people prefer they (for now) could send ... Read Full Story

It could turn out to be a memorable and joyous experience for all, providing a lifetime of memories, or it could be boredom, headaches, complaining, not exactly the dream vacation. Cape Cod Lodging One point to keep in mind is the hotel, whether it be on Cape Cod, or somewhere else, to make sure the entire family will enjoy. In planning your stay, check to see what different Cape Cod hotels offer for the kids, to ensure they’re kept busy and entertained. One of the most important aspects to look for in any kid friendly hotel is on site activities. It’s easy to overlook ... Read Full Story