| Cape Cod is a narrow peninsula that stretches | | | | some of the wealthiest regions, with vast estates |
| seventy miles out into the Atlantic Ocean. It is | | | | owned by some of the richest families in the |
| connected to the mainland by a pair of bridges | | | | country. |
| that span the canals. Cape Cod is approximately | | | | Cape Cod is one of the few places that the North |
| one and a half hours drive from Boston. There | | | | Atlantic Right Whale can still be found, as they are |
| are many quaint seaside villages and harbours | | | | one of the most endangered species on the |
| here, fresh water lakes, and miles of beautiful | | | | planet. What better way to see one on your |
| scenic beaches! | | | | holiday than taking a whale watching cruise! |
| The climate of Cape Cod is mild, making it a great | | | | The Olde Kings Highway has been named one of |
| holiday destination all year round. Typically, the sea | | | | the most scenic roads in the US. It runs the |
| remains warm enough to swim in right up until the | | | | length of the Cape, and has many great |
| middle of autumn. Cape Cod along with the islands | | | | boutiques, antique shops, and craft shops located |
| of Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard have miles of | | | | up and down it. |
| beautiful beaches. Most beaches are open to the | | | | Cape Cod features some of the best fresh |
| public, however there are some beaches that | | | | seafood in the whole of New England, from clam |
| require season permits. | | | | chowder to fine fresh lobster, be sure to sample |
| The islands of Cape Cod are readily accessible | | | | them at one of the many restaurants on the |
| from the peninsula, and are great destinations for | | | | Cape! |
| day trips. These islands were some of the first | | | | All in all Cape Cod makes a great destination for |
| colonies formed by the English, and started out as | | | | your holiday to New England! |
| whaling or trading posts. Now these islands are | | | | |