New Online Non-Resident Beach Parking Reservations: Good Harbor Beach, Wingaersheek Beach, Stage Fort Park
May 20, 2022 / Good to Know, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeThe City of Gloucester’s non-resident beach parking reservation system is now open! Use the Gloucester Yodel Pass website to purchase non-resident beach parking passes for Good Harbor Beach, Wingaersheek Beach, and Stage Fort Park. Reservations are required for non-residents starting Memorial Day Weekend and must be made via the website.
Read MoreIn the News: How To Spend A Perfect Weekend In Gorgeous Gloucester, Massachusetts
May 11, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeExcerpt from How To Spend a Perfect Weekend in Gorgeous Gloucester, Massachusetts | Written by Sandi Barrett | Published by Travel Awaits Miles of rocky coastline peppered with lush green spaces, sandy beaches, and gorgeous vistas make Gloucester, Massachusetts, a perfect weekend getaway destination. Cape Ann newbies will be enchanted by the kick-back coastal vibe,… Read more »
Read MoreIn the News: For a change of scenery minus the hassle, think Gloucester
April 09, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeePermission to post Boston Globe article | Written by Diane Bair and Pamela Wright | Updated April 7, 2022, 12:00 pm Read the article in the Boston Globe HERE. First in a series of occasional stories looking at closer-to-home destinations with fresh eyes. It’s hard to get excited about a spring break staycation when you’ve done… Read more »
Read More7 Fan-Favorite Movies Filmed on Cape Ann
April 06, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeBlog written by Addison Choate | 7 Fan-Favorite Movies Filmed on Cape Ann | April 5, 2022 Have you experienced the rugged beauty of Cape Ann? Regardless of whether you’ve visited our stunning enclave in person, chances are you’ve seen our neck of the woods onscreen. Turns out, Cape Ann is the filming location of… Read more »
Read MoreIn the News: Here’s The Story Behind The Fisherman’s Memorial In Massachusetts
February 16, 2022 / Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeIf you live in Gloucester, you may already be familiar with the story of the most iconic statue in town. If you’re a visitor, you may have noticed it, maybe wondered about it, or maybe not thought much about it at all. Regardless, the Fisherman’s Memorial statue is certainly the most recognizable landmark in town…and here is the story behind The Man at the Wheel.
Read MoreGirls’ Getaway Weekend in Gloucester, Cape Ann March 4-6!
February 09, 2022 / Food and Drink, Good to Know, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeMID-WINTER IS THE PERFECT TIME FOR A WEEKEND GETAWAY WITH YOUR BESTIES! RELAX, RECONNECT AND REMINISCE WITH YOUR PALS ON A GIRLS’ WEEKEND IN AND AROUND GLOUCESTER AND CAPE ANN, MASSACHUSETTS. Looking to have an entertaining weekend with your friends? Discover Gloucester has designed a fun-filled Girls’ Getaway Weekend promotion that has just about everything you may… Read more »
Read MoreCelebrate love in Gloucester this February
February 02, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeHello February! We welcome the second (and shortest) month of the year. The temperature is cold but the days are starting to get longer. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and kids and families look forward to a school break mid-month. Release those mid-winter blues by feeling the love in and around Gloucester with these cozy and creative things to do this month.
Read MoreIn the News: You Can Hike To An Abandoned Town, Visit A Castle, And Dine On Portuguese Food In Gloucester
January 27, 2022 / Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeOnly In Your State | Written by Melissa Mahoney | January 21, 2022 | Cover Photo by Paul Keleher from Mass, US/Wikimedia Commons Small towns and cities throughout the Bay State have so much to offer visitors. From historical sites to parks, outdoor recreation, fantastic restaurants, and more, you never know what you’ll discover. If you find… Read more »
Read MoreIn the News: Free ‘So Salty’ fest celebrates Gloucester
January 20, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeGloucester is celebrating its “salty” character with a two-day festival weekend filled with many free events and activities on January 22 and 23. Learn more about this celebration in the Gloucester Daily Times article, Free ‘So Salty’ fest celebrates Gloucester.
Read MoreDid You Know: Whale Research and Bird Watching in Gloucester?
January 14, 2022 / Good to Know, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeFrom whale watching to taking a stroll on a beach or on one of the many scenic hiking trails, Gloucester offers so many amazing things to see and do all year round. But, did you know that our coastal city is home to the SnotBot program and is a mecca for bird watching in the… Read more »
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