Things to do/see in Cape Cod Massachusetts(MA) and Martha Vineyard
Things to do/see in Cape Cod Massachusetts(MA)
Cape cod - Vacation offers Breathtaking scenic beauty, finest dining, best beaches , superior accommodation and best golf courses.
Cape cod beaches are considered among the best of the world.Especially those on cape cod national seashore.Coast guard beach(one of america's best beaches) and race point beach are among them .
Perfect place for swimming, kayaking, sailing and snorkeling.
Discover cape cod for richness of its art, history and culture.
Places to visit in Cape cod- JFK Hyannis museum , sandwich glass museum and pilgrim monument Provincetown, well fleet drive in theatre
Various land and sea activities- Deep sea fishing,whale watching , golf(longest golf season), hiking on nature trails,cycling on 100 mile stretch of scenic paths.
Accessible from anywhere whether you are traveling by air or car. Is around 75 miles from Boston.
Stay- we stayed at a very comfortable and budget friendly hotel( Resort and conference center at Hyannis), and it was in between Provincetown and Falmouth. Hyannis - Falmouth(20 miles approx) and Hyannis - Provincetown(47 miles approx)
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Martha Vineyard - It is a beautiful island located on south of Cape cod.
Can be reached through ferry. It is preferable to take Island Queen ferry from Falmouth Cape Cod to Oak Bluffs (MY) was it is budget friendly (offers $20 return ticket). Once in Martha one can rent a bike, moped or car and enjoy the scenic beauty of the island with some trails offering ocean view on both side of rode.
Places to visit in Martha-
Oak Bluffs Town Beach
Oak Bluffs Campground
Cedar Tree Neck Sanctuary
Aquinnah Cliffs
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Tour Martha's Vineyard Edgartown, Massachusetts
Driving Edgartown Main Street, Martha's Vineyard
September 2018
Edgartown is a town located on Martha's Vineyard in Dukes County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 4,067 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Dukes County. Edgartown has the largest area in the entirety of Dukes County and Martha's Vineyard.
History:
In 1642, Rev. Thomas Mayhew, Jr. led a group of families to start a colony on the island after its purchase by his father Thomas Mayhew. Originally called Great Harbor, it was incorporated in 1671, and is one of the two original towns on Martha's Vineyard, along with Tisbury. The town's current name is in honor of Edgar, the young son of James II of England who died at the age of three in 1671.
The younger Mayhew began his work which led to his becoming the first church planting Protestant missionary after he settled in Edgartown. A Wampanoag Indian named Hiacoomes who lived nearby became his partner in founding the churches in the Indian communities.
Edgartown is well known as having been one of the primary ports for the whaling industry during the 1800s. Ships from all over the world would dock in its sheltered bay and captains would build grand mansions for their families with ornate top floor rooms called widow's walks, which overlooked the harbor. A myth developed that wives would watch for months from these tiny rooms, hoping to see the sails of ships that would bring their husbands home from the sea. There is little or no evidence that widow's walks were intended or regularly used for this purpose. They were frequently built around the chimney of the residence, thus creating an easy access route to the structure, allowing the residents of the home to pour sand down burning chimneys in the event of a chimney fire in the hopes of preventing the house from burning down.
As more economical alternatives became available the whaling industry began to decline. By the beginning of the 20th century, its influence on the tiny town which had made its fortunes through the industry, was ended. Today the town is more known for tourism, as well as the site of Chappaquiddick, where Ted Kennedy's infamous incident took place in 1969.
Tourism:
Edgartown was an old whaling port and is now a summer and tourist destination with a multitude of houses built by whaling captains and other prominent people of prior centuries. The growth of the population over the past 25 years has led to a period of intense renewal of these old houses. Water Street along the harbor is the location of many of these Captain's Homes which line both sides of the street. The town has also encouraged renovation of historical structures. As part of this effort, the Whaling Church, a large 18th century church, has been converted to a performing arts center and the adjacent Daniel Fisher House is now used for a variety of social functions. In addition to the architecture of the town, Edgartown is easily traversed on foot or bicycle, making it attractive to tourists.
Edgartown was used as the main shooting location for the town of Amity in Steven Spielberg's 1975 blockbuster Jaws. Many landmarks and buildings in Edgartown that were filmed in the movie can still be seen today.
The Edgartown Light at the end of north Water Street defines the entrance to the Harbor. The harbor is large and entered through a modest sized channel on the North side of Edgartown. It opens into Katama Bay, created by a barrier beach that sometimes connects the south end of Chappaquiddick to the remainder of Edgartown, The barrier beach opened during a spring storm in 2007. This has led to a 3 knot current through Katama Bay and Edgartown Harbor. This protected body of water provides ample mooring for small and large boats. The opening of the harbor will accommodate large sailing and motorized boats, but will not accommodate large ships or yachts which may anchor outside the harbor.
Another feature is South Beach, a small part of the ocean beach that runs the entire southern length of the island from Edgartown to Aquinnah. It can be reached by driving or riding the bus south from Edgartown center for approximately 2.5 miles. South Beach is a crashing ocean beach. It is a major destination for tourists. Much of the beach in Edgartown is open to the public with ample parking available.
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US Summer Beach Destinations
5 US Beach Destinations for Summer 2012 - as part of the travel series by GeoBeats.
Here are 5 beaches in the continental US that should be on your radar for summer, 2012.
Number 5 -- Coronado Beach in San Diego is essentially a dream beach setting with pristine waters and clean sands. The Travel Channel named it one of America's best beaches. Surrounded by mansions, beachside restaurants and the infamous Hotel Del Coronado, it a perfect spot for a fun filled getaway.
Number 4 -- Virginia Beach, where you can sunbathe during the day and continue your beach experience on the boardwalk at night. The 3 mile newly renovated boardwalk has more than 40 hotels, upscale restaurants, a bike path and a carnival atmosphere. They even offer wine tastings!
Number 3 -- The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk was named the 'World's Best Seaside Amusement Park' by Amusement Today. The colorful beachside park is simply perfect for families or adults that remain children at heart! Offering a video arcade, mini golf course, laser tag arena and dozens of fun rides resting alongside a sandy, sprawling ocean.
Number 2 -- Sanibel Island in Florida will surely make all beach goers content! Known as 'Shell Island', it is home to an abundance of different sea shells. The 12 mile long barrier island has protected wildlife reserves, bike trails, fine fishing, shelling and one of a kind shops that make for a relaxed, but fun trip.
Number 1 - Aquinnah Beach rests on the island of Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts. Ranked one of the top beaches in Massachusetts, it is surrounded by vibrant, jagged cliffs and rock sculptures. With such natural surroundings, one can peacefully explore, hop on a bike ferry or venture through Martha's Vineyard for a unique shopping and dining experience.
Herring Cove Beach in Provincetown, Cape Cod, Massachusetts USA
Provincetown, Cape Cod, Massachusetts USA on the Fourth of July weekend
Provincetown is a New England town located at the extreme tip of Cape Cod in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, in the United States. A small coastal resort town with a year-round and summer visitor community. Sometimes called P-town, the area is known for its beaches, harbor, artists, and tourist industry.
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About this trip
Martha's Vineyard - Cape Cod (39 miles)
Today we will continue our tour of this famous New England vacation spot with a Whale Watch. We will also tour the historical Provincetown, and then head to the Pilgrim Tower Monument before concluding our day and returning to the hotel.
Whale Watch Journey to the feeding ground of the largest mammals on the planet-- humpback whales. Those who join the tour will the ferried out into the ocean to see stunning wildlife, including whales, dolphins, fish, and seabirds.
Cape Cod, MA
Provincetown Located at the very tip of the Cape Cod peninsula, Provincetown, Massachusetts is a historical beach town popular with tourists from all over the world. The pilgrims on the Mayflower landed in this located back in 1620.
Whydah Pirate Shipwreak Museum This museum is built around the artifacts recovered from an underwater excavation of the pirate ship Whydah, which was wrecked off the coast of Cape Cod in 1717. When it sunk, had plunder from all over the world.
Cape Cod, MA
Pilgrim Monument This 250+-foot-tall bell tower in Provincetown, MA is the tallest all-granite building in the United States. It was constructed in 1910 as a commemoration of the Pilgrims who first landed at Cape Cod, MA in 1620.
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Origin of the Name Massachusetts - Massachusetts was named for an Algonquian Indian word that means a big hill place.
State Nickname - Bay State
State Motto - Ense petit placidam sub libertate quietem - ( By the sword we seek peace, but peace only under liberty)
State Song - All Hail to Massachusetts
State bird - Black-Capped Chickadee
State Game Bird - Wild Turkey
State Fish - Cod
State Dog - Boston terrier
State flower - Mayflower (also called the ground laurel or trailing arbutus)
(Epigaea regens)
State tree - American elm
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3-Day Martha's Vineyard, Whale Watches, Plymouth Plantation Tour from New York
Tour Code: 455-1082
Fourth of July - Independence Day weekend holiday celebration
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Martha's Vineyard Island Massachusetts
Martha's Vineyard Cruise
Aquinnah town Massachusetts
Gay Head Cliffs Massachusetts
Gay Head lighthouse Massachusetts
Edgartown Massachusetts
Whale Watch boat ride
Provincetown beach town in Cape Cod Massachusetts
Pilgrim Monument in Provincetown Cape Cod Massachusetts
Whydah Pirate Shipwreak Museum in Provincetown Cape Cod Massachusetts
Plymouth Massachusetts
Plimoth Plantation living history museum in Plymouth, Massachusetts
Mayflower II 17th-century Pilgrim ship
Plymouth Rock of 1620
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A Beach Getaway on Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
Are you a fan of Jaws and the Kennedy family? If so you might want to visit Martha's Vineyard, the beach vacation destination for many Bostonians and famous people. WE visited for three days exploring Chappaquiddick Island, Aquinnah Cliffs, sunset at Menemsha and the gorgeous town of Edgartown.
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Martha's Vineyard , Aquinnah, Gay Head, Massachusetts
Martha's Vineyard Aquinnah, Massachusetts Aquinnah is a town located on the island of Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts. Prior to 1998 the town was known as Gay Head. The population was 344 at the 2000 U.S. census. It is known for its beautiful clay cliffs and quiet natural serenity, which has become less common in the heavily populated Northeastern United States. The clay cliffs/beach are one of the few nude beaches left in the U.S. More recently, it has become celebrated as a center of Wampanoag culture and a center of pride and tradition among members of the tribe, who make up about one-third of the town's voters.
Martha's Vineyard (Wampanoag: Noepe, /mɑːr.ðəz.viːnjʊd/, often called just the Vineyard) is an island located south of Cape Cod in Massachusetts that is known for being an affluent summer colony. It includes the smaller Chappaquiddick Island which is usually connected to the Vineyard, though storms and hurricanes have been known to separate the two. The last such separation of the islands was in 2007 and the two islands are again connected as of April 2, 2015.
It is the 58th largest island in the United States, with a land area of 100 square miles (260 km2), and the third largest on the East Coast of the United States, after Long Island and Mount Desert Island. The island constitutes the bulk of Dukes County, Massachusetts, which also includes the Elizabeth Islands and the island of Nomans Land.
The Vineyard was home to one of the earliest known deaf communities in the United States; consequently, a special sign language developed on the island called Martha's Vineyard Sign Language (MVSL).
The 2010 census reported a year-round population of 16,535 residents, although the summer population can swell to more than 100,000 people. About 56% of the Vineyard's 14,621 homes are seasonally occupied.
Martha's Vineyard is primarily known as a summer colony, and it is only accessible by boat and air. However, its year-round population has considerably increased since the 1960s. The island's year-round population increased about a third each decade from 1970 to 2000, for a total of 145% or about 3 to 4% per year (46%, 30%, and 29% in each respective decade). The population of the Vineyard was 14,901 in the 2000 Census and was estimated at 15,582 in 2004. (Dukes County was 14,987 in 2000 and 15,669 in 2004). Dukes County includes the six towns on Martha's Vineyard and Gosnold; it increased by more than 10 percent between 2000 and 2010, according to Census data released in 2011, gaining nearly 1,548 residents. The Island's population increased from 14,987 to 16,535.
A study by the Martha's Vineyard Commission found that the cost of living on the island is 60% higher than the national average, and housing prices are 96% higher.[7] A study of housing needs by the Commission found that the average weekly wage on Martha's Vineyard was 71% of the state average, the median home price was 54% above the state's and the median rent exceeded the state's by 17%.
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5 Atlantic Drive Edgartown MA 02539 Martha's Vineyard Real Estate
Commanding Ocean View Estate On Martha's Vineyard - Sited on three expansive acres along Edgartown's prestigious Atlantic Drive in the Katama area, with sweeping 180-degree views across South Beach, this commanding estate-sized property represents an exceptional and rare purchase opportunity. Comprised of nearly 4,000 square feet of open-designed living space, this 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath home beautifully integrates indoor and outdoor living with an additional 2,300 square feet of decks, a large heated in-ground pool, plus expansive landscaped grounds and exquisite gardens. Ocean views abound from nearly every room in the home and the sights, sounds and salt air breezes of oceanside living surround you. This superlative offering is located within short stroll to South Beach as ideally suited for discriminating buyers looking to create a unparalleled island residence and lifestyle.