Advice On Visiting Cape Cod, MA

by jtrombetti

posted on 09/23/2009

Although the arm shaped peninsula of Cape Cod is renowned as a summer paradise, an increasing number of people have started visiting the area during the 'off' season to enjoy the peace and tranquility. Most of the activities in Cape Cod are centered on the beach area where a number of festivals are celebrated throughout the year. The area is accessible via two bridges and has plenty in store for everyone such as the pleasant smell of fresh salty air, charming villages, scenic harbors, unblemished woods and marshes.

Cape Cod is divided into fifteen different regions -- Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, Mashpee, Barnstable, Yarmouth, Dennis, Brewster, Harwich, Chatham, Orleans, Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro and Provincetown -- all part of the County of Barnstable, established in 1685, making it one of the nation's oldest counties.

Interestingly, the Cape has more lighthouses than any other county in America. Once associated with whaling, fishing, shipbuilding, salt-making and cranberry cultivation, Cape Cod has now become a top tourist destination, which is easily evident from the number of tourists that often exceeds the permanent population of Cape Cod during the summer season.

You can get to Cape Cod by car, bus, boat or plane - each providing a unique first impression of the area. The best way to explore the Cape is by car, but you should be prepared for bridge crossing delays and weekend traffic during the summer and fall months. The scenic sights around you will however certainly compensate for the delays.

Cape Cod is the perfect getaway for the entire family offering various activities for visitors to enjoy like sailing, hiking, golfing, biking and, of course, the beaches that provide endless hours of recreation for everyone. The rich maritime heritage and historical charms of the area will certainly delight you and tempt you to come back year after year.

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