The great thing about fall getaways is that the crowds have thinned and so have the room prices!  So, if you've always wanted to check out Cape May in New Jersey, this Fall is the time to do it with some great Fall specials:

The Mason Cottage
625 Columbia Ave.
609-884-3358

The Mason Cottage is offering a great special on all their rooms, including their deluxe suites with 2-person Jacuzzis and fireplaces: $99, plus tax. That's right, only $99 a night.  There is a two-night minimum stay required.

Located one block down from the ocean, and in the heart of Cape May's historic district, The Mason Cottage is a luxury inn operating year round.  A full breakfast is available each morning in their dining room or on the veranda.

The Southern Mansion
720 Washington Street
1-609-884-7171
1-800-381-3888

Built in 1863, The Southern Mansion has graced the covers of such magazines as "Atlantic City" and "Victorian Homes."  They offer travelers a BOGO package - Buy One, Get One Free - for Monday through Thursday stays from November through April.  With this package, you pay the full summer rate for the first night and the second is free.  This special excludes holidays and the last week in December.  You can go to SouthernMansion.com for rates (click on rates).

Upcoming Events in Cape May, New Jersey

Saturday, November 1, 2008 
 
Fall Arts & Crafts Festival
Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Hall
Ocean & Lafayette St.

Get your Christmas shopping done early!  With more than 40 vendors to choose from.  From 10AM to 5PM; $1 for adults, free for children under 12. 

Friday, November 7 - Sunday, November 9, 2008

30th Cape May Jazz Festival

The Festival kicks off with a Tribute to Maynard Ferguson, featuring a 16-piece big band led by Ed Vezinho and Jim Ward. Other performers include Jackie Ryan, Pamela Williams, Denis DiBlasio, Michael Pedicin, Frank Bey, Edgardo Cintron, Chembo Corniel, Antoinette Montague, David Cole, and Bob Ferguson.  You can get more info at CapeMayJazz.com.

Sherlock Holmes Weekend

A murder-mystery weekend lasting from Friday night (where you are presented the mystery scenario over dessert, coffee and tea (prizes awarded for Victorian costumes), with a "Search for Clues Tour" on Saturday afternoon, and brunch on Sunday with Mr. Holmes, Dr. Watson and the full cast of characters.  You can go to Sherlock Holmes Weekend for more info.

Things to Do in Cape May:

Visit the Cape May Bird Observatory
701 E. Lake Drive
Cape May Point

Go Whale Watching

Visit the Cape May Lighthouse
Cape May Point State Park, Lower Township

Take a Ghost Tour