During the first few weeks of any new year, and especially in a new decade, there is a period of time that can be referred to as a “Season of Change”. One can take advantage of this special season in many different ways. Choosing to jumpstart the new year in a positive manner may give […]
Take Time Off! Join National Plan For Vacation Day
Join us for National Plan for Vacation Day on January 31, 2023! In the US, people are taking less and less vacation time every year. Since 2000, vacation usage has been steadily declining, and in 2018 more than half of American workers left a total of 768 million vacation days unused, an increase of 9% from 2017. Being made to […]
Enjoy the Beauty of Winter by the Sea on Cape Ann
Heading into the holidays, Cape Ann showcases seasonal joy and much for which to be thankful. The salty, breezy beach days of summer slowly transition through autum and then into winter, but the spectacular sunrises and sunsets remain. Shell collecting expeditions or visiting the shops downtown on brisk days often require cozy extra layers and, of course, hot […]
Atlantic Vacation Homes Gift Certificates Are the Perfect Present
Looking for the perfect gift for someone special? Don’t let gift-giving stress you out! Atlantic Vacation Homes has the answer with our vacation rental gift certificates, which can be applied towards a North Shore vacation. Gift certificates are available in any denomination, so the recipient of your gift can select their own Cape Ann or North […]
Take a Day Trip to Historic Salem, Massachusetts
Whether you are a maritime expert, a history buff, an art lover, or a Halloween enthusiast, you’ll want to add historic Salem to your travel list. Known as the “Witch City”, Salem is a fantastic place to visit year round, though October is the month to experience Halloween at its best. Your Beverly or Cape […]
Plan Early for Your Massachusetts Summer Vacation Rental Stay
What’s the best way to make your next vacation your dream vacation? Be the early bird and book early! If you haven’t yet considered your plans for the summer, be aware that other people are already on top of theirs. The Atlantic Vacation Homes reservations team is already seeing a huge demand for summer vacation rentals. We […]
Self-Care Ideas for Your Cape Ann Vacation
Self-care is the active process of improving your quality of life by focusing on your physical, mental, and emotional health. We know that we can usually alleviate stress and physical ailments through exercise, eating healthfully, meditating, and sleeping well. But that is often easier said than done! Even when you are on vacation and already […]
10 Fun Fall Activities You’ll Love on Cape Ann
Find Fun Fall Activities Across Cape Ann Cape Ann is a popular and well-known summer destination, but fall is one of our best-kept secrets. After the summer crowds have gone, crisp weather and vibrant foliage appear, along with a slew of fantastic fall activities and events. 1. Fall Foliage & Leaf Peeping Day Trips There […]
Visit Beverly MA, the Garden City, on your next Cape Ann vacation
Situated less than 30 minutes from the Atlantic Vacation Homes office and neighboring historic Salem, the picturesque seaside city of Beverly, Massachusetts is well worth the trip. Beverly is well within driving range of your Cape Ann or Beverly vacation rental and can easily be added in on your day trip to Salem or other North Shore […]
Get Wicked With “Wicked Tuna” in Gloucester
Wicked Tuna captains grace the cover of the 2019 Discover Gloucester Visitor Guide. Are you a fan of the reality TV show Wicked Tuna on the National Geographic channel? If so, then you may know that the show follows fishermen who are based out of Gloucester, MA and compete to see which boat can bring in […]