Enjoy Cape Cod for $99 for two nights!

Most people are familiar with groupon and living social promotions for purchasing goods and services at deeply discounted rates. The Tidewater has participated in several very successful campaigns with both websites. They have been so successful, that we have decided to do our own in house special for the month of October. Here it is:

 

    2 nights for $99 - Sunday - Thursday
2 nights for $109 - Friday & Saturday

 

What a deal! Fall is beautiful, quiet, and affordable and there's many fall festivals to enjoy. Come visit! Our indoor heated pool and hot tub are available for your relaxation and our own Helen's Diner is open for breakfast until October 20th. Call us at 508-775-6322. Hurry...there's limited availability

Fall on the Cape.

Fall is my favorite season on the Cape. After a busy summer, everything slows down, the cooler weather arrives, the traffic improves and everything is still open. We even have beautiful foliage on the Cape. My favorite is the change of colors on the dunes as the plants turn from green to shades of rust, orange, purple, yellow, and red. Beautiful!

The best part for tourists is drastic drop in rates at hotels making it very affordable for those on a budget. At the Tidewater we run Manger's Specials in the fall with rates starting as low as two nights for $99. Give us a call and ask for our fall specials. 508-775-6322. We have a beautiful picnic area and an indoor heated pool. Come visit us and enjoy the beauty of Cape Cod at a fraction of the cost without the crowds.



 

Winter's Back on Cape Cod

After an absolutely beautiful week on the Cape, even if a bit cold, it's back to wind, snow, and sleet. If feels as if winter is back in full force and doesn't want to give up. Daylight savings starts next weekend and spring is only a few weeks away, but you would't know it by looking out the window and listening to the wind. The positive thing about a storm this time of year is that the snow doesn't last very long. Being on Cape we did get less snow than Boston and the northshore: only about 3 to 4 inches. Maybe it will be gone by the end of the week...

Voula

Pops By the Sea

Enjoy the Boston Pops on Cape Cod! On Sunday, August 3rd from 5 to 7PM the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra will play at the 23rd "Pops by the Sea". The outdoor concert will be held on the Hyannis Village Green. Keith Lockhart will conduct with celebrity guest conductor, Henry Winkler. General Admission lawn seats are $15 in advance or $20 at the gate. Assigned Festival seats are $50. Gates open at 1:00 with pre-show entertainment beginning at 1:30PM.

Tickets can be purchased at local TDBanknorth branches, Christmas Tree Shops, Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce and the Cape Cod Mall information desk.

Come and enjoy the beaches and the Pops for the weekend. Call us at 508-775-6322 and ask for the manager's special.

Voula

Summer Help!!!!

I have definitely been ignoring my blog this summer. This is one the most challenging summers we've had in our quest for good employees. Every summer we have been able to bring seasonal workers from Jamaica for six months on an HB2 visa, but this year our government would not pass legislation to allow returning employees after the cap was reached in January. Being an election year, no one wanted to make a decision. This has had a very negative impact on the Cape and the business who were used to having the same experience help return every year. Our employees lived on property, worked hard, had a positive attitude, and were like family.

This year we are using the summer help on a J1 visa mainly from Eastern Europe. One young lady is in medical student, another young man swam in the Olympics in Greece. They are wonderful students but only here for two months. Training has been a challenge and the turnover high. As much as I love summer, I haven't had much of chance to enjoy it.

On a positive note, our customers won't be able to see the difference for a few dedicated employees are working harder than ever to help us so that our property shines and all our customers needs are met. I have an ad in the help-wanted again this week so wish me good luck. We are now looking for a qualified executive housekeeper so that I can give up that title!

Voula

Voula

Barnstable County Fair

The Barnstable County Fair begins this weekend from July 18th through 26th in Falmouth. This is a true fair and not just an amusement park. There are cooking contests, farm animals, and a petting zoo. Of course there's also a huge assortment of amusement rides, food, and live entertainment.

Falmouth is only 25 minutes from the Tidewater, so it's possible to enjoy beautiful beaches during the day and the fair in the evening. There's a few rooms left so we'd love to see you this weekend.

Voula

Ice Cream

Summer is synonymous with ice cream and I haven't found better ice cream than on the Cape. About 3 miles from the Tidewater on Route 28 in South Yarmouth is my favorite ice cream shop, Cape Cod Creamery. You can't miss it with its bright yellow and blue Adirondack chairs and umbrellas, lining the front of the colorful shop. On a hot summer day there are usually long lines weaving around the building, but it's well worth the wait.

All the flavors are named after Cape Cod localities and have such picturesque names as Sandyneck Snickers, Bass River Blackberry, Cappaquiddick Chocolate Chip...and are all homemade on the premises. I have a sweet tooth and especially love ice cream,so my husband and I are one of their most frequent visitors. My favorite is Provincetown Pistachio.

Voula

The Season Has Begun!

It's been a while since my last blog for we've been so busy attending to all the details and making sure that our property is ready for the onslaught of tourists. July 4th marks the beginning of the peak season on the Cape and we have already sold out for the Fourth. We do have a few rooms the day before and the day after, so you can still partake of the festivities on the Cape.

Hyannis , Provincetown, Chatham, Falmouth, Wellfleet, and Orleans all have small town parades for the fourth. On the 4th, Falmouth, Provincetown, and Nantucket will have fireworks. Barnstable and Onset will have their fireworks on the 5th.

It looks like the weather will cooperate so come and enjoy the Fourth on the Cape.

Voula

Chowder Festival

Many restaurants on Cape Cod vie for the title of "Best Chowder". Tomorrow at the Cape Cod Medody Tent the public can help judge which Cape eating establishment serves up the best clam chower at the 2008 WCOD Chowder Festival. Last year's champion was the Lobster Boat in West Yarmouth and you can help decide if they will again earn the title or will be dethroned.

The festival takes place at the Melody Tent on June 22nd from 11am to 3pm. For more info call 508-775-5678. Make sure to bring a hearty appetite so you can sample all the varieties of chowder. Yum!

Voula

Film Festival Weekend

Film buffs, this is the weekend to come to the Cape and enjoy two film festivals: Provincetown's 10 Annual International Film Festival and Nantucket's 13th Annual Film Festival. Both festivals run from June 18th to the 22nd.

Provincetown's festival "showcases independent American and international films, nurturing aspiring independent filmmakers, honoring industry luminaries, and preserving and sustaining cinema as an art form." For details on the festival and listing of movies visit their website, www.ptownfilmfest.org.

Nantucket's festival "screens independent, studio-produced, foreign, documentary and short films in every genre, including US premieres. Films are selected with an eye for great screenwriting and storytelling." In addition to the films there will be staged readings, late night storytelling, panel discussions, and beach screenings! For more information visit their website, www.nantucketfilmfestival.org.

What better location to enjoy the festival than on Cape Cod, before the crowds arrive.
This weekend promises to be beautiful, weather wise, so why not come to enjoy the festival and the beauty and serenity of the Cape.

Voula

Back on the Cape

My two week vacation to Greece is now just a pleasant memory. I arrived on the Cape last night and it feels like I never left. I am, however, much more rested. After spending three hectic days in Athens, my husband and I flew to his hometown of Alexandroupolis which is in the northern coast of Greece. Although it has some lovely beaches, it is not frequented by many tourists and is therefore more quiet and authentic than some tourist spots. We chose to spend our time just relaxing: morning coffee at an outdoor cafe, a few hours on the beach, lunch, nap, and then an evening walk downtown on the road hugging the coast with a variety of cafes and restaurants. Everything in Greece is outside in the summer and everywhere you go people make a habit of walking downtown and meeting with friends. It's a life that's easy to get used to.

Driving into the hotel it was amazing how much the flowers and flower boxes had grown in two weeks. My staff has been busy preparing for the beginning of our summer season which begins as soon as school is out. Other than a few weeds, the gardens and grounds looked beautiful. Both our indoor heated pool and outdoor pools are open and our new whirlpool spa is in full operation.

We are booking heavily for the summer, so if you haven't made reservations yet, give us a call and we'd love to help you with your vacation plans.

Voula

Memorial Day Success

We're still recovering from a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend! The weather was glorious and we had almost a full house. After a quiet winter and spring it was wonderful to see the property full of families and children picnicking, playing volleyball, softball and just relaxing on our picnic area. There are soccer tournaments on Memorial Day weekend and this year we had five teams and parents staying with us. Our property is perfect for groups since they're not stuck in their rooms or parking lot at night. The parents were able to enjoy visiting with each other while the kids were playing nearby. The smell of food from the BBQ's was tempting. Overall it was wonderful to see so many people relaxing and enjoy themselves.

Monday we had to hustle to get almost 100 rooms clean as everyone checked out for we were expecting a bus of senior citizens from Baton Rouge. It certainly is much quietier around here this week.

Voula

Memorial Day Weekend

We're just one day away from Memorial Day Weekend and the official beginning of the season on the Cape. We've been very busy getting the property ready for a sell out weekend. Our outdoor pool is officially opening this weekend (let's hope for warm weather) and it is looking great with the new white picket fence that replaced the rather unsightly chain link fence. Our picnic area is also ready for your enjoyment with the children's playground, horseshoes, picnic tables and BBQ grills.

We have a few rooms left, so if you haven't made any plans for the weekend, give us a call at 508-775-6322.

Voula

WGBH Auction

We at the Tidewater are strong supporters of the public TV and radio and the quality programming they offer the viewers. We have donated gift certificates for a four night stay at the Tidewater which will be auctioned during their on-air pledge drive this week. Help us support public TV and tune in to their 34-hour televised shopping extravaganza.

The Tidewater's gift certificate will be featured on air on Saturday, May 17th at 7:30. Why not take this opportunity to enjoy a vacation on Cape Cod and support the valuable programming WGBH has to offer.

Voula

Voula

Visit the Cape on April School Vacation

April school vacation is when the Cape is again teaming with activity. This year Massachusetts vacation is running a bit later than usual, but we have been busy this week with families from Connecticut and Rhode Island who are enjoying their vacation a week earlier. Merchants are busy sprucing up and preparing for the influx of families. The popular miniature golf courses are putting the finishing touches on the landscaping and will be opening for the season. Also whale watching begins in mid April.

Many of my favorite restaurants which close in the fall have also opened (Skipper, Tugboats, Paddock). Last month the more family oriented "fast food" restaurants specializing fried seafood opened. "Fast food" only in service, certainly not in quality. Three of the most popular are Cooke's, Seafood Sam's, and Kreme and Kone.

And of course, there are many activities at the different venues geared towards families and children. With the mild weather we've had, walks on the beach and hikes on the National Seashore Trails are perfect ways to spend the day. We at the Tidewater are offering a school vacation special of $69.99 for Sunday through Thursday and $79.99 for Friday and Saturday. Our heated indoor pool is a comfortable 84 degrees and our breakfast diner will be open all week. In addition we have the playground for the younger children. We'd love to have you stay at the Tidewater while you and your family enjoy the Cape, so call us at 800-338-6322.

Voula

Heritage Museum is Opening

Now that April has arrived many attractions, shops and restaurants that are closed during the off season reopen. One of my favorite places to visit in the spring is the HERITAGE MUSEUM & GARDENS which reopened on April 1st. The Heritage Museums & Garden features three distinctive museum buildings set on 100 acres of gorgeous gardens. It is a wonderful place to spend a spring day walking the grounds and enjoying the vivid colors of the rhododendrons and daffodils. The flowers change with the seasons, so each season gives a different view of the gardens. During the holidays the grounds are a popular place to get into the holiday spirit with the enchanting light displays.

The Shaker round barn replica houses a collection of antique automobiles, the Art Museum houses an extensive collection of American folk art and an antique hand-carved carousel. The American History Museum houses military and Native American artifacts as well as antique toys. You can spend the entire day here and enjoy the lunch at the Carousel Cafe or bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the beautiful grounds. Throughout the year there are car shows, family events, workshops, and concerts.

The grounds open daily from April to October 31st from 10am to 5pm. For more details visit their website www.heritagemuseumsandgardens.org or call 508-888-3300. The Tidewater is offering a special price of $59.99 to $79.99 during the months of April and May (excludes holidays). We'd love to have you stay with us when planning your getaway to the Cape.

Voula

What a weekend

It has been so busy that I didn't have time to write a new blog! This past weekend we sold out of our 61 rooms that are open this time of year and our breakfast diner, Helen's diner, was hopping with hungry families. I think that our northern New England friends had enough of the snow and decided to get a taste of Spring on the Cape. The weather was absolutely beautiful on Saturday so we had many last minute travelers.

We have also been working on converting our reservation system to RoomMaster and this has been a very slow tedious process. We are almost finished and are excited about the prospects of a more sofisticated system where we can record and track our customers special needs so that we can provide even better, customized service. I'm back on track so I will be keeping you better informed on activities and events on the Cape.

Voula

Easter Dinner on Cape Cod

As I mentioned in my last blog, Cape Cod is a wonderful place to spend Easter. There are many wonderful restaurants offering Easter dinner and I have compiled a few close to the Tidewater. Here's the list:


The Yarmouth House: One of our favorites and only half a mile from the hotel. Easter bunny will be visiting from 12 to 5PM. Complete dinners beginning at 19.95 ( 12.95 for children)

heather,new American cuisine, 11am - 6pm, www.restaurantheather.com

Ocean House: One of my favorites with a breathtaking view of Nantucket Sound, 12pm - 5pm, www.oceanhouserestaurant.com

Roadhouse Cafe: Another one of my favorites in downtown Hyannis, 2pm - 9pm, live piano from 4 - 8pm, www.roadhousecafe.com

,The Club at New Seabury, Easter Grand Buffet from 10:30 to 3pm, Special appearance by the Easter bunny, Mashpee, 508-539-8256

Call me at 508-775-6322 if you have any questions or need more suggestions. We'd love to have you stay at the Tidewater and are continuing our Bed & Breakfast special of $69.99 or $59.99 without breakfast.

Voula

Easter on Cape Cod

Easter is fast approaching and the Cape is a beautiful place to enjoy Easter and the first days of Spring. The daffodils at the Tidewater have already started to poke up from the ground to take us from the dreary days of winter to the first signs of spring. Crocuses are in bloom, robins are plentiful and, of course, there is no snow. I'm already enjoying long walks on the beach on sunny afternoons.

Many restaurants close to the Tidewater are offering Easter dinner specials for the family. Also, many shops and restaurants that were closed for the winter are opening for the season. If you need a quick getaway, we at the Tidewater, welcome you to stay with us and offer a manager's special of $59.99 per night. Our diner is open on Saturday and Sunday mornings so that our guests can enjoy a hearty hot breakfast and our indoor heated pool and hot tub are available for fun and relaxation. Call us at 508-775-6322 for questions or to book a reservation.

Voula

Cape & Islands Wellness Expo

If you need a reason to come to the Cape other than rest and relaxation, why not come to attend the Cape & Islands Wellness Expo on March 8th from 10am to 6pm and on March 9th from 12pm to 4pm. This fair is the biggest health event on Cape Cod and is presented by Cape Healing Arts Magazine. Some of the finest educators, teachers and practitioners from the area will offer small informal classes. Workshop leaders, most from the local community, have volunteered their time to teach so that the workshops can be accessible to all. Most of the educators normally charge between $35 to $250 for the same workshops that are offered at a fraction of the price.

Keynote speaker will be Bernie Siegel, mind, body, spirit medicine pioneer and best selling author on the art of healing. His books include Love, Medicine & Miracles, Peace, Love & Healing, and How To Live Between Office Visits. A portion of the proceeds from Bernies's talk will be donated to the Cape's Kids Grieve Too!Program.

The Wellness Expo is located in The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis (Formerly the Four Points by Sheraton). Before or after the Expo you can explore the many shops and restaurants on Main Street Hyannis, a short walk away. For detailed information and a schedule of workshops call 508-896-7117 or visit their website,



The Tidewater is only a five minute drive to the Wellness Expo and we are offering a special rate of $79.99 which includes breakfast and one ticket per night of stay. What better place to participate in improving your health than the Cape, where you can relax with peaceful walks on the beach. Call us at 800-338-6322 or 508-775-6322 for more information or to book a room.

Voula