Things to Do on Cape Ann

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

​ 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 […]

Cape Ann’s unique location means that the area has a diversity of scenery, from sandy beaches and rocky shorelines to salt mashes and hilly woodlands. Luckily for those who wish to enjoy the natural beauty of Cape Ann, there are many public parks and conservation areas that offer trails for walking, hiking, or biking in addition […]

If you are vacationing around Gloucester, MA this summer, why not head over to a great family-friendly beach? Located in West Gloucester, Wingaersheek Beach is picture-perfect and is also one of the best-known beaches in Massachusetts. With its stretches of silky sand and calm waters, this beach is just the ticket for families with young children. Staying in a nearby vacation […]

It’s that time of year when everyone looks forward to going on a summer vacation! We know that when you are vacationing as a family, it’s important to have plenty of activities planned that will keep everyone interested and occupied, regardless of their ages. If you are visiting coastal Massachusetts for your family vacation this year, […]

You can’t control Mother Nature and so even the most temperate months of the year will still yield an occasional rainy day. If the darkened skies have impacted your beach plans, you might be asking “So what is there to do when it’s raining on Cape Ann?” You don’t need to let the rain wash […]

The Essex Coastal Scenic Byway winds its way along the coast through fourteen North Shore communities in Essex County, Massachusetts. Situated within the Essex National Heritage Area and covering 90 miles from Lynn, MA to Salisbury, MA, the Byway passes many notable historical sites, cultural districts, recreation areas, and spectacular coastal scenery. The map below highlights […]

Yoga has wonderful relaxation and health benefits, which are perfectly in line with the benefits of going on vacation.​ This week, we’ve invited Dave and Elizabeth DeAngelis from Cape Ann Power Yoga to take over our blog and discuss how yoga can supercharge your vacation. Have you practiced yoga before? Great! Are you brand new to […]