Cape May Memories

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picture-morningtracksWhether it’s the people, the beach, the ocean, the birds, the restaurants, the bicycling, the sunsets, the shops, the fishing, the architecture or even the air, a visit to America’s Oldest Seaside Resort often leaves a lasting impression.

Please share your memories of Cape May with us below.

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  • Sandra Aranda (nee C

    I have been going Cape May since the ealry 1960's. My family vacationed there at the old Colton Court Hotel (at the corner of Beach Avenue and Broadway). I continued my affiliation with the Colton Court by working there as a waitress in their magnificent dining room in 1965 and 1966. After that, I watched Cape May transform into a colorful resort of beautiful Bed & Breakfasts! My greatest memories are of that lovely hotel (Colton Court), Steger's Beach stand on Broadway, Henri's, Love's Fudge, Lifeguard Balls, watching tv with my friend Jimmy at Congress Hall, the Cottager's dance at the Green Mill, the old Cape May Playhouse, beach parties in West Cape May, Harry's Hut, Frank's Playland and the Beach Theater. Wow! What wonderful times I had there. Even though I have moved to Florida, I still have that sand in my shoes from Cape May and just have to visit at least once a year. I love Cape May!! And now my husband has become a great lover of Cape May as well.

  • Karen Lisi

    My first visit to Cape May was staying At The Angel by the Sea, about 15 years ago. After that visit my husband and I fell in love with Cape May. We love the beaches, restaurants, shopping, , going to church at the mall, and each year meeting someone new, the sunsets, the carriage rides and walking around looking at the beautiful inns. Life is simple and safe there.

    We have stayed at hotels, condos, the inns and will be renting a house this summer. We have enjoyed the seasons there, each season has something to offer everyone.

    When I am at work, I long for Cape May and go to the website often to feel connected when I cannot physically be there. Will always love Cape May !

  • Jenifer Herman

    I have fond memories of childhood summers spent at Cape Cod…the smell of the salty air, the screech of the gulls, the colorful tourists and shops. Mp grandparents stayed at the Christian Admiral, (with the bowling alley in the basement) and my Mom, brother and I had a room at a hotel a block or two down the boardwalk. Can’t recall the name of it, but there was a life size deer statue on the front lawn, which was used by many as a great prop in photos. Also a white wicker carriage type thing on the porch. Does anyone recall the name of this hotel?

    • Jo Bollettieri

      Cape Cod or Cape May??????

  • Tina Williams

    I had my first visit to Cape May in July 2011. I have heard so much about Cape May, and on a recent trip to Atlantic City with my boyfriend, we decided at the last minute to check it out. I instantly fell in love with Cape May as soon as we arrived. I loved the streets, the Victorian homes, the beautiful inns and hotels, the restaurants, all the shops and the beautiful beach. It was like traveling back in time, with the horse and buggies, the trolley, and everyone riding their bikes around. I knew as soon as we were there, I wanted us to come back and spend more time there. We are going back this September…can’t wait!

    • Jo Bollettieri

      It is such a great place to share with families and generations to come. Thanks for your post. I enjoyed reading it. Born in 55 and found Cape May in 58—still visit once a year.

  • Jo Bollettieri

    I am a beach baby and was brought to Cape may when I was 3 yrs. old in 1958. I remember the slate sidewalks, The Breezeway–every year I was able to pick out beach supplies, whether it be a canvas raft, bathing suit or cap or a tube. Wonderful memories, which I now share with my children. Three generations now. I have old films of Cape May before and after the great storm.

    Please don’t change Cape May or modernize it too much. The original families who ran the B&B’s lived there all year round. It cost $8-$10 a night with a very clean bathroom at the end of the hall. Alot of the original homeowners sold out to business people. I will always remember the charm of Cape May.

  • ChrisK

    In 1926 my Great Grandfather purchased an old laundry matt on First Avenue. My mother and Grandmother were raised in that home. In the ’60s my father purchased another home on 1st ave. I spent every summer in this home throughout my childhood. My Uncle opened the First Bed And Breakfast in the town in the mid ’70s, a novel concept at the time but one that he trailblazed, It was The Gibson House on the top of Jackson St. In the early ’80s my mom bought a small Children’s Store on the mall, Lynn Arden’s Children Shoppe and I am proud to say that over 30 years later it is still in the family…I grew up in this town, I have lived there both seasonally and year round. I have watched it grow from a verrry sleepy quiet town to a much more commercial and busy place. While it still retains it’s Victorian charm it truly has changed dramatically in the last 40 years and not all of it for the good. I miss being able to walk down the end of Mt Vernon and walking the deserted beach when it really was deserted. I miss coming down on weekends with my dad after labor day, when the stop lights on Beach Dr. were all blinking and swaying in the wind and I could look from the Cove all the way up to the Christian Admiral and not see a car or a person in between. I miss Congress Hall when you could rent a room for the week for 35 bucks and have the time of your life.. I miss seeing Pacific Orchestra at The Shire…Working for Bill O’hara and his family at Uncle Bill’s when it first opened.. I miss the old Reggae Bar at the Colonial…I miss my mug at the Mug when it was the Mug….I miss Potatoe skins at the Rusty Nail with my dad on a Saturday afternoon….While nothin ever remains the same I am very greatful to have these memories and very blessed to have my Cape May family and friends. It is a special place.

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