Explore Gloucester and Cape Ann…Virtually!
April 09, 2020 / Art and Music, Good to Know, History/Maritime, Things to Do & SeeWe invite you to explore Gloucester and Cape Ann from the comfort of your own home. We’ve collected a variety of virtual tours and events that offer entertainment, meditation, good health, art, history, and education, too! Although we are not able to greet you personally, we hope that you find these experiences enjoyable and engaging…. Read more »
Read MoreCommunity Supporting Community: Local Take-out/Delivery Service
April 01, 2020 / Food and Drink, Good to Know, In The NewsAs we all know by now, in an effort to combat Coronavirus, Governor Charlie Baker has imposed restraints on restaurants as part of the social distancing measures. Many restaurants are providing take-out and delivery, if they are able, some with limited or special menus. In collaboration with the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce and Discover… Read more »
Read MoreCoronavirus (COVID-19) Preparedness in Gloucester – What Visitors Need to Know
March 31, 2020 / Good to Know, In The NewsUpdated March 31, 2020 Discover Gloucester shares everyone’s concern regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19). Our first priority is the health and safety of Gloucester’s visitors, residents and businesses. We are working with our partners in Gloucester and in the travel and tourism industry at large, to implement and communicate about best practices for keeping people healthy and… Read more »
Read MoreScenic Nature Trails to discover in and around Gloucester
March 27, 2020 / Good to Know, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeePlan a great outdoor adventure and take advantage of nature’s many benefits discovering the scenic walking and hiking trails in Gloucester and around Cape Ann.
Read MoreFrom spirits to sanitizer: Distillery comes to pandemic rescue by changing gears
March 25, 2020 / In The News, Local CharactersWritten by Taylor Ann Bradford, Staff Writer | Gloucester Daily Times | Photo: PAUL BILODEAU/Staff photo | March 25, 2020 We are all in the same dory here and we just have to behave and do what is best.” – Bob Ryan, co-owner of Ryan & Wood Distilleries in Gloucester A local distillery remains open… Read more »
Read MoreWinter Bird Watching on Cape Ann is an Off-Season Delight
March 08, 2020 / Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeThere are many beaches, parks and reservation lands along the North Shore that are considered bird watching “hot spots.” Cape Ann is a winter birding paradise!
Read MoreWeird and Wonderful Massachusetts, Find it in Gloucester
March 05, 2020 / UncategorizedWith Permission to Post by The Boston Globe | Written by Diane Bair and Pamela Wright | Dogtown Photo by Elizabeth Carey | March 5, 2020 Massachusetts has some truly “weird and wonderful” treasures throughout the state. Gloucester’s Dogtown and the Babson Word Rocks are two of them featured in a recent article Boston Globe article,… Read more »
Read MoreGloucester getaway: Escape to sea life in Massachusetts
February 06, 2020 / Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeExcerpt from Gloucester getaway: Escape to sea life in Massachusetts | Story written by Charlene Peters | Published February 6, 2020 | Photo: Good Harbor Beach by Anne-Marie Anderson / DiscoverGloucester Travel writer, Charlene Peters wrote about her recent off-season getaway to Gloucester, Massachusetts. The lulling sound of gentle rolling waves hitting the shoreline. The scent… Read more »
Read MoreGirls’ Getaway Weekend in Gloucester and Rockport March 6-8
February 05, 2020 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, Things to Do & SeeMid-winter is the perfect time for a getaway with your besties! Relax, recharge, and unwind with a weekend trip to Gloucester and Cape Ann for our Girls’ Getaway Weekend promotions. Enjoy special discounts, offers, and unique events at participating events. Download your Passport and have fun!
Read More7 Unique Travel Destinations and Recommendations
January 30, 2020 / In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeGloucester, Massachusetts is the ONLY USA destination location featured in Wanderful’s list of 7 unique places to travel to in 2020. For a truly authentic travel experience, put Gloucester on your trip list.
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