Cape Cod, MA Mid-Week Specials for Summer and September Travel

Check our specials page for some great deals for the summer and for September. We are gearing up for our December celebration of our 40th Wedding Anniversary. We want all of our guests to be able to celebrate with us, so check out what we have to offer for great savings on your stay at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa.

Dont' forget to book your spa treatments when you make your reservation. This way you will get the times and dates that suit your time on Cape Cod.

Staycation--No Way -- Pamper Yourself on Cape Cod, Relax at The Cape Cod National Seashore, Shop our Amazing Boutiques, and Enjoy Fabulous Restaurants

We keep hearing advertisements for "Staycations," What is up with that! One works hard all year just to gear up for VACATION. The idea of time off is to take advantage of the 4 "Rs" -- to rest, rejuvenate, relax and re-acquaint ourselves with those in our lives. How can one possibly do that, if they are staying in their own back yards. There is still cooking to do, so no great out-to-dinner meals. Beds still need to be made, rooms need to be picked up, and all those beach towels need to be washed. Staring at the lawn, you realize that needs to be mowed. You can't relax because someone always needs something from you.

Our solution -- Come to our back yard and start your vacation at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa.
No need to cook as you will have a gourmet breakfast upon awakening. Lunch is always great at a clam shack. Before dinner enjoy a light hors d'oeuvre on the back patio. And, of course, dinner can be either fine dining or relaxed. There is something for all palates. When you arrive back from dinner, search the video library, have a brandy or port, and a cookie, to appease the sweet tooth--Chocolate Sparrow has great deserts and candy, too. All that you didn't have to wash one pot, dish or pan.

As to your accommodations -- kick back and relax. Your room is freshened daily. Your bed is made before you finish breakfast. All you have to do is sit on your porch, balcony, deck or the gazebo, kick up your feet and read that book that is on your "bucket list." If you have dishes to wash, those will be taken care of also. No muss no fuss.

Stress Relief -- Bring those stress points to the Spa and have them worked on and out. A combination massage to alleviate those aches and pains, and soothe the senses is just what the VACATION ordered.

Take advantage of all that the Cape has to offer. The whales have been extremely wonderful this year, sometimes spotting up to 50 at a time. See the water ecology of the Cape, while taking a Kayak trip with the guides at Goose Hummock. Hiking, biking and birding are great sport found at the Cape Cod National Seashore and at the Audubon Nature Center. Wine tasting at the Truro Winery lends itself to a nice little respite in your travels -- and don't forget the spice shop across the street. Lighthouses dot the Cape for great tours and views. And, in the evening be sure to take in a play or two at the Cape Cod summer theatres (where summer stock theatre began.) And, soon Cape Cod League Baseball will begin. See baseball the way our fathers enjoyed it, sitting on a grassy knoll with your picnic dinner. Or, just simply take a walk at low tide on Cape Cod Bay, and watch for an amazing amount of sea creatures. Follow our simple guide and check off what you see.

So book your weekday vacation and remember until June 18th receive a 40% discount on any three nights, Sunday through Thursday. If you can only stay two nights, Sunday through Thursday, we will be happy to offer you our off-season rates through June 18th. Weekends are regular in-season prices now. Book early before your favorite room is taken. See you on Cape Cod -- the vacation that is only a car ride away.

Free Adventures at the Cape Cod National Seashore in Eastham

The first official weekend of the season, Memorial Day Weekend, was certainly a lot of fun. The Memorial Day Picnic and first ever Scavenger Hunt went really well.

Kevin did a superb job with the ribs and chicken and the brisket was done to perfection. Tried a new German potato salad with bacon and a sweet and sour dressing, which was served warm. The whole 5 pounds was eaten. Erika, one of my friends from Germany, really liked it and asked for the recipe. She said in Germany they never had it warm. Showed her the old family cookbook from 1947. Now she can't wait to make it for their next gathering. We had a corn salad, Navy beans with parsley, scallions and white wine vinegar, sweet potato salad with peanut dressing, lemon vinaigrette pasta salad, watermelon and brownies for desert.

Dinner was followed by the awarding of Scavenger Hunt prizes. The grand prize went to Alan and Karla who earned the most points and gave us ideas for some new questions for the Labor Day Scavenger Hunt. They were pleased with their two-night stay gift certificate at the Inn. Better make your reservations early for Labor Day and get in on all the fun.

The next picnic coming up is Friday, July 3rd. This picnic will be held in conjunction with the fireworks at Rock Harbor. Come and enjoy all the great food and beautiful fireworks. After dinner we walk down to Rock Harbor, and the fireworks are right over head. You feel like you can almost touch them. Those that boom kind of reverberate through ones bones.

While waiting for the Whalewalk Inn summer events, the Cape Cod National Seashore has some programs to get summer rolling. The Seashore has a host of weekly events that are free and informative. Some do require advance reservations, and a couple do have fees (Canoe and Kayak trips).


SUNDAYS

Tour the Three Sisters Lighthouse. Tours are 3:00 PM in May and 4:00 PM in June. Beach fees may apply.

MONDAYS

Walk: Life on the Edge at 3:00 PM for 1 hour for 1 mile. Witness the impact the sea has on the shore and the species that live there. Explore the beach below the bluff and discuss the issues associated with an ever-changing shoreline. Meet at Nauset Light Beach parking area. Beach fees may apply.

Walk: Stormy Nights at 10:00 AM, for 1 hour for 1 mile. Join a ranger for a short walk to discuss some of the more famous ship wrecks that came ashore and discover whether anything remains of the Newcomb Hollow wreck that mysteriously appeared in the winter of 2007/2008. Meet at the Newcomb Hollow Beach parking area, off Ocean View Drive, Wellfleet. Through June 8 only.

Tour the Captain Penniman House and learn about the their home, stories, and travels. Tour starts and 11:00 AM by reservation only. Call 508-255-3421, ext. 0 for details.

TUESDAYS

Call the Salt Pond Visitor Center, 508-255-3421, EXT.0 for hiking information. Explore your Park leaves at varying times and the hike is 3 to 4 miles and takes up to 3 1/2 hours. You will join an experienced ranger and explore the beauty and variety of park destinations, resources and stories. You must be a good walker. Dress for the weather. Bring water, sunscreen and bug spray.

Tour the Three Sisters Lighthouses. See Sunday for details.

WEDNESDAYS

Walk: Fort Hill: Window into the Past at 10:00 AM for 1 1/2 hours for 1 1/2 miles. Learn about the history of the various people who inhabited the lands at Fort Hill and surrounding Nauset Marsh. Meet at Hemenway Town Landing (one road north of Fort Hill off Route 6, Eastham. Through June 10 only.

Open House at the Captain Penniman House. Browse through this home. Meet at the Penniman House at Fort Hill, Eastham. Limited Parking.

THURSDAYS

Walk: Shoreline Stroll at 10:00 AM for 1 hour and for 1 mile. Explore the various habitats of forest, marsh, dunes and bay while discovering how they all work together to create a dynamic coastal barrier system known as the Great Island 'gut'. Meet at the Great Island parking area, Wellfleet. Through June 11 only.

Walk: Lore of Nauset Marsh at 3:00 PM for 1 hour for 1 mile. Meet at the terrace at the Salt Pond Visitor Center, Eastham. Learn about this alluring place and what has drawn people to its shores for thousands of years.

FRIDAYS

Canoeing: Gull Pond at 8:00 AM for 2 1/2 hours, 1 to 2 miles. Fee required. Call for reservations at 508-487-1256. Through June 12 only.

Walk: Seal Search at 9:30 AM for 1 1/2 hours for 1 1/2 miles. Hike along the Coast Guard spit and look for seals and learn about the species that might be seen. Meet at Coast Guard Beach parking area, Eastham. Through June 12 only.

Walk: Walking with Authors at 3:00 PM for 1 hour for 1 mile. Experience Cape Cod through the eyes of some of the area's most famous or most beloved authors, such as Beston, Thoreau, Hay and others. See what they saw and hear what they heard. Join local author Dana Eldridge for this stroll at the edge of Nauset Marsh. Meet on the terrace at Salt Pond Visitor Center. Through June 19 only.

SATURDAYS

Canoeing: Salt Pond paddle at 9:30 AM for 1 1/2 hours for 1 to 2 miles. Fee requires. Take a leisurely paddle in the protected waters of Salt Pond and Nauset Marsh in Eastham to explore its beauty. By reservation only. Call 508-255-3421, ext. 0, for information and reservations.

Captain Penniman House Tour. See Monday for more information.

Film: "Portrait of a Coast -- 21st Century" at 1:30 PM for 45 minutes. From the Storm of 1978 to the new Chatham inlet created during the April 2007 nor'easter, Cape Cod's coastline is constantly changing. Join a ranger for a viewing and discussion of this newly-updated film. Takes place at the Salt Pond Visitor Center. No showing on May 30th.

So make your reservations today to enjoy all the beauties of nature that the Cape has to offer. Also be sure to take a whale watching adventure. The naturalists are even surprised at how great the trips have been and how many whales are spotted at each trip. So see you soon at The Whalewalk Inn & Spa (where you can get the best massage ever!)

Mother's Day Gifts and Gift Certificates from the Whalewalk Inn & Spa on Cape Cod -- Leave the Shopping to Us

Have you booked your room for a Mother's Day get away? We still have rooms available -- three with whirlpool tubs for two, one being in our very romantic Pent House Suite. So give us a call for your reservation and give Mom that much needed rest.

If you have already booked your stay, take advantage of our Special Mother's Day Gift Bag. This present includes our Whalewalk Inn Canvas Bag with a Whalewalk Inn Bathrobe. Please state size when ordering -- Medium or Large. Also, included is a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne and two Whalewalk Inn etched champagne glasses for toasting. Cost of this present is $195 and will be waiting in your room upon arrival.

Surprise Mom with a special delivery package from The Whalewalk Inn & Spa. Included in this package is a Whalewalk Inn Canvas Bag, Bathrobe, and a Massage Gift Certificate. This gift package is $225. No orders will be taken after Wednesday, May 6th to ensure delivery, unless you want Overnight delivery, and that will be an extra charge. May 8th, until 3:30, is the last day for Overnight delivery orders.

Or, surprise Mom with a Gift Certificate, in any amount that you would like, for a future stay at The Whalewalk Inn & Spa.

Make your Mother's Day shopping easy. We will do the work for you and you can take the credit for finding the perfect gift.

Discount for a Romantic Spring Getaway, Honeymoon or Anniversary on Cape Cod

Check the special's page for the Whalewalk Inn & Spa. The savings are out of this world. Use your savings for a wonderful spa experience with Heather or Jan. Either one will give you the massage of a lifetime.

After a romantic dinner at Abba, Nauset Beach Club, Captain Linnell or one of the other amazing restaurants in the area, take advantage of Cape Cod theatre. Showing in May in Dennis where summer theatre was born, is "Brighton Beach Memoirs" by Neil Simon -- Gertrude Lawrence Stage, Dennis -- 05/07/09 to 05/24/09 -- Route 6A and Old Bass River Road, Dennis (508) 398-8588. Call for your tickets today.

May 15,2009 6:00pm - 9:00pm is the Toast of Harwich, Wequassett Inn Resort, Harwich. Silent auctions and exhibits by local artists, wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres from Harwich's finest restaurants. Varies -- Call 508-430-1165 for details and reservations for dinner and special events.

Make your reservations at the Inn and for your spa treatments. See you mid-week for our 40% DISCOUNT to celebrate our 40th anniversary.

Spring Break Discount on the Outer Cape Cod at the Whalewalk Inn

Greetings from Belize! We are resting up for the Spring season on Cape Cod, when gardens will be sprouting with daffodils, cherry blossoms, pansies, and the amazing wisteria vines. The Whalewalk Inn's kitchen will be merry with the scents of baking banana bread, frying bacon, Captain Harding's eggs and other delights. Beaches will be quiet for romantic walks, fishing, birding, and watching sunrises and sunsets. We look forward to seeing new guests and welcoming back old friends.

Remember to book your spring get away and take advantage of our 40% off discount which will also help us celebrate our 40th Anniversary. We would like to share this significant event in our lives, and also do our part to boost our economy, by offering our guests a 40% discount, Sunday through Thursday, during the months of April, May, and the first two weeks in June. We do require a three-night minimum for this celebration of Spring and our lives together.

And, once upon a time having been a teacher, those teachers coming to the Cape for spring break, bring your lesson plan book. We will give you a split of champagne for all your hard work, and you may have your own romantic toast to spring.

Do not forget to book your massages when booking your reservation.

So reinvigorate your romance with a Spring stay with us and enjoy this budding time on Cape Cod.

Cannot be combined with any other offer. Valid Sunday through Thursday with a three-night minimum. Friday and Saturday nights are regular off-season rates. Memorial Weekend begins our in-season rates. This special is valid for direct booking only and not when booking through a travel agent.

A Special Happy New Year, Events on Cape Cod for the Spring, and Maritime Days Celebrations

Happy New Year to all! May 2009 bring you happiness, great health and prosperity.

We look forward to seeing former guests and meeting new ones. To help jump start your spring travel plans, we have a special offer for you. Also, have some of the events that have been posted by the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce. There will be more to follow.




Celebrate Spring at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa

Spring is a rainbow time of year.
Bright with golden daffodils,
and lots of pretty flowers.

Spring truly is a serene time on Cape Cod. It is a time to celebrate the rebirth of all that is beautiful in nature. We are also celebrating a special time in our lives. This is the year of our 40th Wedding Anniversary. We would like to share this significant event in our lives, and also do our part to boost our economy, by offering our guests a 40% discount, Sunday through Thursday, during the months of April, May, and the first two weeks in June. We do require a three-night minimum for this celebration of Spring and our lives together. And, once having been a teacher, an extra bonus for teachers only – bring your lesson plan book and you may toast spring with a split of champagne.

Do not forget to book your massages when booking your reservation.

So reinvigorate your romance with a Spring stay with us and enjoy this budding time on Cape Cod.

Cannot be combined with any other offer. Valid Sunday through Thursday with a three-night minimum. Friday and Saturday nights are regular off-season rates. Memorial Weekend begins our in-season rates. This special is valid for direct booking only and not when booking through a travel agent.



Calendar of Events on Cape Cod for April and May

APRIL

April 14-15 Woods Hole Model Boat Show, Woods Hole Historical Museum, Falmouth. Displays Ship models,kits for sale,demos,workshops -- 10 AM - 4 PM -- 508-549-7270

April 17-May 14 Harwich Junior Theatre Presents "Stuart Little", Harwich Junior Theatre. Performance of E.B.White's classic about a mouse who runs away from home to find his fortune -- 508-432-2002

April 21 Earth Day Celebration, Hertiage Museums & Gardens, Sandwich. Explore the gardens, enjoy crafts, outdoor activities, learn about the importance of caring for Mother Earth -- 508-888-3300

April 27-29 Brewster in Blossom, Town of Brewster. Brewster Artist receptions, 5K road race, arts & crafts fair, antiques market, historic inns tour, open houses Varies -- 508-896-3500


MAY

May 1-31 14th Annual Cape Cod Maritime Days, Various locations, Sponsored by Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, Arts Foundation of Cape Cod, Cape Cod Commission and IFAW. Featuring Maritime art and harbor cruises, kayak tours, boat-building exhibits, historic lighthouse and walking tours, boat-building celebrating Cape Cod's rich maritime heritage. 10 AM - 4 PM -- 888-33-capecod

May 5 Spohr Gardens Daffodil Days, Spohr Gardens, Falmouth. Beautiful gardens, crafts for children, garden lectures and guided tours, 10 AM - 2 PM -- 508-548-0623
May 5-7 Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale, Mashpee Commons, Mashpee, Sidewalk Sales Varies -- 508-477-5400

May 5-6 Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra Concert, Barnstable High School Performing Arts Center, Hyannis. The season concludes with Violinist Miriam Fried performing one of the world's favorite violin concertos - Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D Major --508-362-1111, ext. 100

May 11 Toast of Harwich, Wequassett Inn Resort, Harwich. Silent auctions and exhibits by local artists, wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres from Harwich's finest restaurants. Varies -- 508-430-1165

May 18-20 26th Annual Herb Festival, Green Briar Nature Center, East Sandwich. Lectures/demos on the use of herbs, extensive plant sale, guided garden walks and exhibits. N.B. Paid reservations required for luncheon and lectures.
10 Am - 4 PM -- 508-888-6870

May 26-28 Figawi Sailboat Race Weekend, Nantucket Sound. Hyannis-Nantucket Sidewalk Sales -- 508-737-2987


There are also many great walking tours, especially in the Eastham area at the Audubon Society and at the National Seashore. Will keep you posted of guided tours. Just watch the blog for information.

A Winter Walk Along Cape Cod Bay

Took a walk along Cape Cod Bay this morning. It was quiet and beautiful. One of the last of the fishing boats was being pulled from the water for its season of rest and refurbishing. The marsh is a topaz brown and when the sun comes up on the dewy marsh, it sparkles with diamonds. It really is an awesome sight!

There are still some craft fairs on the Cape, holiday strolls, and on the 12th of December, there will be Tea and Music with pianist, Lynne Weber, who will be performing at the Cape Cod Museum of Art, Route 6A, in Dennis. Free for members and $4. for non-members.

At the Provincetown Unitarian Meeting House the Outer Cape Chorale will perform "Imagine the Music of the Beatles," at 7 PM, on Friday and Saturday the 12th and 13th. It is free.

On Saturday there is a holiday cookie stroll featuring 12 Bass River homes, cookies and recipe book. The tour is $15 and starts at the Yarmouth Library, 312 Old Main Street.

Remember bathrobes are on sale for $110. Gift Certificates are available -- a great idea for the person who has everything. Also, a great idea for grab bag presents or for the office worker who deserves a little something extra. They can be purchased in any amount -- the recipients can book the dates suitable for their travel plans, and they have the option to pick the room that they really want. Gift Certificates can also be used for massages. We also have mugs and Christmas ornaments. So avoid the eBay crunch and buy the gift of relaxation and pampering.

Christmas Shopping on Cape Cod

"Christmas is coming and the lights are on the tree ..." and Cape Cod offers everything for a unique shopping experience and gifts for your loved ones.

Come and stay at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa and enjoy what we have to offer and get in the Cape Cod Holiday Spirit.

If you cannot travel to the Cape and want to give a special gift to remember a past stay here, we are offering our luxurious bathrobes for $110. Get the gift that keeps on giving. Also, have gift certificates available and will get them out before the holidays. So call early!


Saturday, December 6

Holiday craft fair -- local crafters, 8 am to 4 pm, Willy's Gym, Route 6, Eastham, free.

Christmas fair -- First Light Church, 195 Meetinghouse Road, Route 137, South Chatham, 9 am to 4 pm.

Hyannis Village Stroll, begins at 9 am with street activities all day, Harbor lighting and Santa's visit at 4:30 pm.

Holly Fair -- 9 am to 2 pm at St. Mary's Church, Route 6A, Barnstable Village. Luncheon. Crafts, attic treasure, handmade gifts, bake sale, live and dried wreaths, greens and more.

Holiday Boutique sponsored by the Barnstable Historical Society, 9 am to 4 pm at the Daniel Davis House, 3074 Main Street in Barnstable Village. Works by 50 select artisans and craftspeople.

Silver Bell Holiday Fair -- 9 am to 3 pm at Our Lady of the Assumption, Wianno Avenue, Osterville. Handmade items, jewelry, white elephant.

Holiday Fair -- 9:30 to 2 pm at Unitarian Church of Barnstable, Route 6A, Barnstable Village. Jewelry, handmade items, white elephant, arts raffle, silent auction, lunch, and holiday greens.

Holiday Festival -- 10 am to 4 pm at Taylor-Bray Farm, 108 Bray Farm Road North, Yarmouth Port. Holiday greens and Christmas trees. Crafts, baked goods, photos, artwork, honey and more. Watch demos of hearth cooking, hayrides and animals. Call 508-385-9407.

Festival of Trees Reception -- Reception and silent auction, 5--8 pm at Atwood House Museum, Stage Harbor Road, Chatham.


Sunday, December 7th

Taylor-Bray Farm -- 10 am to 4 pm -- see December 6th for details

Holiday boutique at Daniel Davis House, 11 am to 4 pm. See December 6th for details


Monday, December 8th

Rowley Gallery, 84 Route 6A, Orleans, 508-255-3690. Holiday show "Tiny Gems/Enormous Talent", through December 24th.

The calendar goes on and on, but will keep you posted.

Cape Cod Hospital Auxiliary -- Holly Berry Bazaar -- First Prize in Raffle is Whalewalk Inn & Spa Weekend

'Ti's the Season for crafters and bazaars. One of Cape Cod's outstanding bazaars is the Holly Berry Bazaar. They have some amazing crafted items, all done locally, to choose from, and the prices will not break the bank. After the election lines -- get ready for another line as this bazaar draws crowds early in the morning.

There is also a raffle and guess who is the First Prize -- you got that right! Take a chance, and win two nights and two massages at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa. So if you don't have anything going on this weekend, come to Cape Cod; enjoy a relaxing couple of nights at the Inn and experience the Holly Berry Bazaar.

Also, this past weekend, we went to Provincetown for a Sunday drive. What a great time of year to head on over. The sales for your early Christmas shopping pleasure, were really good. The clothiers had some really great prices and the art galleries offered nice discounts. Had lunch at the Lobster Pot. Their prices seemed a little high, but the amount of food certainly made up for the cost. We order the clam chowda' and Portuguese Cod and Chiopino. Both were delicious.

Here is the information about the bazaar:

Holly Berry Bazaar
09:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday, November 08, 2008
Presented by Cape Cod Hospital Auxiliary. Wrap up your shopping in a heartbeat! Proceeds to benefit Cape Cod Hospital Cardiac Care Center.
Location: Nauset Middle School, Center of Orleans, Route 28, Orleans MA

Also, offering the November special -- Book two nights and two massages and Sunday night is free.

Ring in the New Year 2009 on Cape Cod

Plan early to ring in 2009 at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa. Give the perfect holiday gift to yourself or someone close to you. You can enjoy the festivities, the food, and still continue your exercise program in the Spa. If you are interested in spa treatments, time and space are limited. Those reservations must be made one month in advance. Join us for a fun and food filled weekend – the last “hurrah” before those resolutions for 2009 become a reality and before the cruise diets begin.

Packages include New Year’s Eve hors d’oeuvre party—5:30 to 7:30 PM, First Night in Chatham buttons (a circus, musicians, presentations by local artists, theater, opera, entertainment, a bonfire, a noise parade, and a fireworks finale!). Return to the Inn for a Midnight surprise, and at 11:00 the following day, a New Year’s Day brunch with filet mignon, Mimosa or Bloody Mary, smoked salmon, caviar and more. Receive a departing gift from Select Registry to help with your other 2009 travel plans. Book three nights (December 29th, 30th, and 31st) and packages start at $670 depending on the amenities in the room (size of bed, fireplace, whirlpool tub, kitchenette, etc.) Book two nights (December 30th and 31st) and packages start at $480 depending, again, on the amenities in the room.

All Spa treatments must be booked one month in advance. There will be no spa treatments after 2:00PM Wednesday, New Year’s Eve. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Tax and gratuity are not included in the package price.

A Romantic Fall Walk on Cape Cod--Rock Harbor and Cape Cod Bay

Today is rather a blustery day on Cape Cod, but the sun is shining over the marsh rendering a cacophony of color. The sea grass is showing off its golden color, which almost seems to sparkle in the sun -- natures own "amber waves." Ground cover on the dunes has turned a dark shade of red. This back drop really shows off the white of the gulls circling about.

The trees have all taken on their fall jewel tones. The evergreen trees are emerald with berries of jade. The blue spruce certainly challenges the blue of any star sapphire. The oak trees run the gamut from smokey quartz to the dark shades of the cat's eye. The ruby red fire bushes stand out in nature's fall array. Added to this mix of color are the brilliant citrine yellows, the agate oranges, and all splattered with garnet splotches.

So come on down for your own romantic walk on Cape Cod. Afterwards sit by your fire, read that book you haven't had time for, enjoy a bowl of clam chowder at one of our many area restaurants, do a little holiday shopping, or book the best massage ever, after relaxing in the sauna, hot tub, and resistance pool. Check out our November specials, and we will see you soon.

Cape Cod Happenings: Dance Festivals, Theatre, Costume Exhibit, and Home and Garden Expo

What a great past weekend! The Wellfleet Oyster Fest was just great! We all went and had a wonderful time with fresher than fresh oysters, shrimp, lobster rolls, Winslow's Tavern famous Bloody Mary's, children's festivities, live music, and quite an array of craft items. It really was a lot of fun -- in spite of the wind. However, that doesn't stop a New Englander from having a good time -- you just layer on more clothes and continue to have fun.

The marsh is changing colors with golden waves of marsh grass, white flowering bushes and dabs of red here and there. When the sun shines on the marsh it is a photo opportunity not to be missed. Ask about our special walk along Dyer Prence Road -- a small microcosm of the Cape for you to enjoy.

This weekend, October 23rd through 26th, offers a variety of activities.

Historic Costume Exhibit
Captain Bangs Hallet House
09/22/08 to 10/05/08 1:00pm - 4:00pm

11 Strawberry Lane, Yarmouthport. Featuring costumes & accessories from the museum collection 1825-1925. Sponsored by the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth and in part by MA Cultural Council. Admission $10. 508-362-3021.

Weavers’ Network Annual Exhibit
Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main St., South Yarmouth
10/22/08 to 11/02/08

More information: (508) 394-7100

3rd Annual Cape Cod Life Home & Garden Expo
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
10/24/08 to 10/26/08

The third annual Cape Cod Life Home & Garden Expo and Home Tour will kick off on Friday, October 24that the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis. The three-day event will include more than one hundred exhibitors from all sectors of the Cape's home improvement industry, including interior designers, building contractors, landscaping experts and many more. The weekend will also include free seminars and book signings with some of the Cape's most talented authors. New elements in this year's show will also reflect today's growing interest in all things "green" and "high tech". For the first time, the traditional Home Tour will be featured online. Exclusive prizes will also be given away throughout the entire Expo weekend, valued at thousands of dollars. Friday, October 24, 2008 from 12 pm - 4 pm. Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26, 2008 from 10 am - 4 pm. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. For more information, call 508-775-9800 ext. 50.

Orlean's Main Street Gourmet
42 Main Street, Orleans
508-255-1112

Sponsoring their 1st Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest. Bring your carved at home pumpkin to the store on Saturday, October 25th. Judging and photos begin at dark. All age are invited and there are 4 categories and 4 age groups. Prizes will be awarded in each age group and category. Official rules and entry forms are available at the shop, or call for entry details.

The Producers
Academy of Performing Arts
120 Main Street
508-255-1963
Thursday through Saturday, 8:00 PM and Sunday, 2:00 PM
Through November 9th

This little theatre does an amazing job with a big show, with a terrific set, great costumes and a superb cast that uses Mel Brooks witty dialogue and lyrics to such great effect that the audience was in stitches throughout much of the show on opening night. So if you could use an evening of laughter go see this play. You can't lose -- $20 admission.

Provincetown Dance Festival

Live performances by full dance troupes, panel discussions and workshops, 7:30 PM. Friday and Saturday, October 24th an 25th at Provincetown Theatre, 238 Bradford Street, $28.50, premium seats available. Call 508-487-9793

There are other theatre productions around town, and live music at different restaurants around the Cape. Also, many galleries are open so you can begin your holiday shopping. Find that unique gift for someone special on your list. Check out the Cape Codder newspaper for an extended listing when you arrive at the Whalewalk Inn & Spa -- oh, yes, and we still have Spa reservations available. So make your reservations for your stay and massage at the same time.

NOVEMBER GETAWAY

Experience the crispy side of the Cape. Take an invigorating walk along the Bay. Play 9 holes of golf on the honor system (Yes! In November.) Read that long awaited novel by your fireplace. Sip a glass of champagne in your whirlpool tub. Take advantage of the pre-holiday sales in your favorite or new found boutique. Relax in the Spa. Rejuvenate your body with a massage.

Take advantage of our new November weekday rates! Also, take advantage of our Friday/Saturday Special.

Book Friday and Saturday at the off-season rates, schedule two massages, and stay Sunday night for free.

Book any two weekday nights, Monday through Thursday and enjoy a 15% discount off our off-season rates. (On a $305 per night room, you pay only $259.25 – for a king bed, whirlpool tub, fireplace, wet bar, private balcony and more – and don’t forget breakfast!)

So come on down with holiday shopping in mind, and purchase unique gifts for all those special people on your list, while enjoying all that the Whalewalk Inn has to offer. (Don’t forget your bathing suit – sun always shines at the Inn’s indoor heated pool.)

Cannot be combined with any other offer or coupons. Does not apply to existing reservations.

Whalewalk Inn on Mother's Day -- Bathrobes on Sale for this Special Day

May 11th -- Mom's special day. Remember Mom with a visit to the Whalewalk Inn. Once you are here, a massage would be a perfect treat for Mom. We will have the Spa open until 9:00 PM on Saturday with the last massage ending then. This gives you many opportunities to book.

If you cannot make it to the Inn, but are looking for a special gift, our bathrobes are on sale for $100. They are white terri and sage micro-fiber with a shawl collar. We carry medium and large.

So place your order today so we can get them to you by Mother's Day. Shipping is extra and will be sent priority mail, unless you ask for overnight shipping.