http://www.MerryMeetingHouse.com - Located on the extreme tip of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Provincetown is just a short 90 minute commute from Boston in season on fast ferry boats. It is also easily accessible by auto or by air. Known for it's beaches, harbor, artists, and tourist industry, Provincetown is hard to describe and easy to fall in love with. Here, at the end of the world, Provincetown is a place of magic and escape. A charming New England fishing village, with numerous piers jutting into the harbor. A bustling art colony of revelry and romance. Awesome beaches. Incredible biking and hiking along exquisite nature trails and among the dunes. Theatre. Concerts. Dancing. Nightclubs. Solitude. Whatever you're seeking, you'll find it in Provincetown. Known as the first landing of the Pilgrims prior to settling across the bay in Plymouth, Provincetown has seen a huge population growth since the mid-1960s. The rural character appealed to the hippies of the era. Many of those who came stayed and raised families. Commercial Street gained numerous cafes, leather shops, head shops and various hip and cool businesses which blossomed and flourished. In the mid-1970's members of the gay community began moving to Provincetown. Today, Provincetown has a wide appeal everyone, and is a welcoming community. Festiavals and weeklong events are held in Provincetown throughout the year, making Ptown a year 'round destination. Commercial Street is the main thoroughfare through town, and it boasts a wide range of funky, cool, and unique little shops, boutiques, cafes, clubs and restaurants - not to mention numerous art galleries catering to everyone. Home to three contemporary resident theatre companies and home to numerous artists and galleries, Provincetown is an artist's mecca. Norman Mailer, Tennessee Williams, Eugene O'Neill, John Waters, Andrew Sullivan are just a few of the notable past and current residents of Ptown. There is no shortage of outrageous characters on the streets of Provincetown which creates permanent smiles on most visitors and residents. If you're considering a trip to Provincetown, visit MerryMeeting House.com or call (508) 487-2312. Quaint, oceanfront rentals directly on the beach, the historic MerryMeeting House creates an enduring atmosphere with modern amenities to make your stay memorable.

• published: 13 Dec 2009
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