It was with mixed feeling I had when I decided to go to P-town recently, but our dear Pearly had invited me sooner, but didn't have the time to go then. What better time than to go right after the election hoopla. Some of my favorite times at seaside locales is actually in the off season, when tourist and A-listers are gone. While I didn't don my square cuts, there was a walk or two on the beach. The seaside is always a very rejuvenating time for me and my soul, no matter the time of year. It was perfect too. If you haven't been to Provincetown in the off season yet, I highly recommend it.The Cape Cod light is extraordinary any day, but in the autumn, it is downright striking. Aside from the magnificent light, there are no lines to get into restaurants, no waiting for drinks at the bars open, and many of the shops have deep sales, and the weather is still pretty nice. It was all over the board on my visit with everything from chilly weather, a few warmer days, some cloudy and rainy days, but no snow. Also, it's the best way to experience and meet the true locals, who are far more laid -back. The only drawback is most of the shows from the drag queens and their residencies are pretty much done, though we did catch Ginger Minj's final show. It was probably the most relaxing trip I've ever had on this little spigot of land. And by time I left they had draped the Pilgrim Monument in more the 3,000 draping lights as part of the towns ushering in of the holiday season. No matter the time of year it's always hard to say goodbye to the town.
My room with a view from the Anchor Inn. I also met a lovely gentleman in an adjoining room, to share a few drinks and some nightly sanctuary. Gurl.
An autumnal view of Bradford Street
Caption Jack's Wharf, NOT the Dick Dock....way to cold.
MacMillan Pier
I got sucked in! I'm a sucker for local owned book shops.
Race Point
We enjoyed at least two delicious meals at the lovely Lobster Pot.
It was good a trip and much needed relaxation. But must say, woe's me, a taxing 2 day work week, with a three-day work week this week, what with the Thanksgiving holiday. It called for some much need red wine last evening while sitting out back. Sweater weather indeed, but I suspect might be the last sit in the garden of the season. It was brisk.
Gorgeous even in the "Off" season. I rather like beaches in the fall as the weather changes.
ReplyDeleteSome of my favorite times at the beach are the off season.
DeleteExcellent pictures and so glad you had a good get away. I don't think many of us even think of taking a trip this time of year. Most think summer for traveling. Love the beach shots.
ReplyDeleteI know many who won't go to the beach this time of year. It's only a summer thing for them.
Deleteis it me or are your button fly's popping?
ReplyDeleteThey have a mind of there own.
DeleteWe should really hire you for our tourism bureau Mistress! You got some excellent photos, and I'm still full from those Lobster Pot dinners. It's always a wonderful visit when you come, and a sad day when you leave.
ReplyDeleteThat's what he said.
Delete"If you're fond of sand dunes and salty air..."
ReplyDeleteTrust you. Even in November in an out-of-season seaside resort, you still manage to get a shag with the "gentleman" next door! Jx
It's called needs dear. I have needs! He was rather a lovely fluff of cheese.
DeleteI do find the northeast truly quaint, almost nostalgic.
ReplyDeleteI agree Dave! I like many parts of the country, but I don't think I'd love anywhere as much as the Northeast.
DeleteSomeday I want to stay a while in this dreamy enchanted place. I suppose getting a room somewhere in the summer months is next to impossible?
ReplyDeleteNot bad, but one must book pretty far ahead. I know most places are booking up in January already for the summer months. It's crazy. Most people I know that go in the summer months start booking for the next summer almost right after their return home.
DeleteGlorious! I don't recall ever seeing pictures of P-town in the fall.
ReplyDeleteHope you boys are enjoying Paris!
DeleteI would love to get to Provincetown one more time someday. These pictures are some of the reasons I'm relocating to a seaside locale. This house is far too big for just one now. William and I used to go to P-town in the summers, and I don't think it changes much over the years. Still looks very quaint.
ReplyDeleteI bet it will be exciting to relocate to the beach! Im jealous.
DeleteThe Pilgrim Monument certainly sets the tone for this week and season. I was wondering if we'd see some cape snap shots.
ReplyDeleteI have yet all these years ever go up in it!
DeleteThe sand dunes and the rickety fence are Pinterest worthy - I would love to visit Provincetown, and if I ever did I would do it out of season with you.
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Imagine the two of us with tootsies in the sea.
DeleteLooks so Scenic and rejuvenating, so glad you had a relaxing Holiday. I prefer the Off-Season here too, when all the Snowbirds and High Profile people are gone and it's just us Locals. I haven't been back to Cape Cod since the 1960's, we lived in Falmouth for a few Years.
ReplyDeleteI ever knew that! I only picture you in the West Dawn.
DeleteI love the beach in winter. I once, drunkenly, danced with friends on the beach in Provincetown, in the snow, in the dark. It was magic... and a little scary. No moon and the loud surf and a muddled brain. Anyway, your trips to P’town bring back fun memories.
ReplyDeleteI find the smaller book shops too small here
ReplyDeleteI don't mind the smaller book shops as long as they're not crowded. There's a small one in Philadelphia, Giovanni's room, which is the oldest and last Bookstore for all gay and lesbians. It's quite small and narrow even though it's two floors. As packed as it can get it is nice to see it doing well.
DeleteA place I need to go someday,
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you and your hubby have not been there yet.
DeleteThe Lobster Pot looks like a charming place!
ReplyDeleteTheir food there is so good, never mind I usually come out of there one waist size up!
DeleteYou do it up with such style. Adore your travelogues. And those button fly jeans... sigh. Never can resist a button fly... Kizzes.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful....but, Lordy!, it looks cold!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt actually wasn't too bad there the first couple of days... it was in the low 50s, but when it rained and got cloudy it was cold. But I'll take any time by the seaside.
DeleteVery pretty and scenic. I, however, like that last picture best. Three beautiful, jean-clad legs, yum!
ReplyDeleteWell, my mother thought is completely out of my mind sitting outside so late in the afternoon. It was about 52 that day. You naughty girl!
DeleteThat place looks like it'd be fun to be there year round, even if you had to bundle up on that last trip.
ReplyDeleteI could easily live there year-round. It's one of the places I'm toying with when I retire years from now.
DeleteDid you wear the green elf shorts for your trip to Provincetown?
ReplyDeleteAlas, I didn't. I worried about an updraft blowing the boys around.
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