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- Cape Cod
Cape Cod
Named for the large quantities of cod caught by its founder ship
in 1602, Cape Cod is a 70-mile (113km) peninsula that is likened to
a flexed arm bent at the elbow extending from the main body of
Massachusetts; it is the premiere vacation destination in New
England with its charming historic towns and small villages, miles
of sandy beaches and wind-sculpted sand dunes. Millions of visitors
from around the world flock to the amazing natural beauty of the
Cape, and although known as the playground for the rich and famous
and mostly geared for big spenders, there is plenty of sun, sea and
sand for everyone to enjoy. Provincetown, at the tip of the Cape's
'fist', is the gay centre of New England and long renowned as an
artistic colony with more than 20 art galleries. It is also the
liveliest resort town on the Cape. Stretching from Provincetown
(which was the landing site of the first Pilgrims in the 17th
century) down to the pretty town of Chatham, from the 'fist' to the
'elbow' of the peninsula along the Atlantic Ocean, are 40 miles
(64km) of dunes and desolate beaches protected within the Cape Cod
National Seashore. Wellfleet is a quieter and picturesque town
untouched by commercial development, and famous for its oysters.
The commercial towns along the horizontal stretch of the arm
represented by the 'biceps' offer the obvious attractions of
shopping, exquisite dining and beach activities, but there is also
whale-watching, walking and biking. However, be prepared for summer
crowds and traffic-filled roads, especially between June and
August, when prices are high and accommodation booked out.
Otherwise come in the off-season when the colder beaches afford
solitude and the towns have quietened down. Cape Cod is also the
gateway to the beautiful vacation islands of Martha's Vineyard and
Nantucket.
Information & Facts
Climate
Cape Cod has a humid continental climate (sometimes almost
maritime) and the weather is more moderate than further inland;
temperatures are generally a bit cooler in summer and slightly
warmer in winter than in neighbouring areas. The warmest months in
Cape Cod are July and August, with an average temperature of about
73°F (23°C).
Language
English is the most common language but Spanish is often
spoken in south-western states.
Money
The US Dollar (USD) is the unit of currency and is divided into
100 cents. Only major banks exchange foreign currency. ATMs are
widespread and credit cards and travellers cheques are widely
accepted. Travellers cheques should be taken in US Dollars to avoid
hassles. Banking hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm.