Guest Information

Hotel Accomodations

The Grand Hotel has agreed to reserve a block of rooms for our wedding. They are holding rooms on Friday June 18, Saturday June 19, and Sunday June 20, 2010 at a discounted rate. To make a reservation, you can call the hotel's main number (609) 884-5611 and mention the Watson/Bugbee wedding.  Please call or email us if you have any questions or need assistance.

Please note, while we have reserved rooms at The Grand, there are many great and affordable hotels in Cape May and north (in Wildwood and other places along the coast). Please feel free to explore these options as well!

Things to do in the area

Cape May Point State Park/Lighthouse
Located in Cape May Point State Park, Lower Township 1859. More than 100 thousand visitors a year now experience a visit to the top of the lighthouse, participating in a century old rite of a visit to the Jersey Shore. For those who choose not to climb, the Oil House contains a fully-accessible visitors' orientation center and a Museum Shop stocked with maritime accessories and memorabilia.

"World Famous" Wildwood Boardwalk
This 2 mile long boardwalk has a total of five amusement piers plus a myriad of other carnival games, souvenir shops, food stands, waterparks and world class roller coasters. The boardwalk stretches from 16th Ave. in North Wildwood to Cresse Avenue in Wildwood Crest.

Sunset Beach
Enjoy a visit to one of the most unique coastal beaches on the entire East Coast of the United States. Sunset Beach is named for its location at the foot of Sunset Blvd. at the southern tip of the state of New Jersey. This view point allows visitors to view the sunset with a 100% unobscured horizon line. Due to the atmospheric conditions caused by the interaction of sea breezes across the bay, the sunsets seen here are among the most brilliant and colorful one could ever imagine.

Whale Watching
The Cape May Whale Watch and Research Center (CMWW & RC) presents an unparalleled seafaring safari to the oceanic wonders of the Atlantic. When we set sail, you actually become a part of the research team. Call 1-888-531-0055.

Historic Cold Spring Village
More than two dozen historic homes from Cape May and Cumberland Counties are clustered together much the way the houses in the original Cold Spring Village were grouped together back in the 1800's. The village not only preserves historic homes, it also recreates life in the 19th Century. No cars are allowed inside the village - you'll hear only the clip clop of the horse drawn carriages. Historic Cold Spring Village is a 5 minute drive from Cape May. The park is open from 10AM to 4:30PM, Tuesday through Sunday during the summer, weekends in June and September.

Emlyn Physick Estate
Take a guided tour of Cape May's only Victorian house museum. The mansion was built in 1879 under the direction of renowned Victorian architect Frank Furness. Tours of this 18 room house are 45 minutes, and are offered daily at various times throughout the day (call 609-884-5404 for detailed schedule.)

Historic District Trolley Tours
Get acquainted with Cape May on a Trolley Tour as knowledgeable guides present entertaining and educational stories about the nation's oldest seashore resort. Trolley tours are offered daily at various times (call 609-884-5404 for detailed schedule.) Begin at the Washington St. Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street.

Leaming's Run Gardens
Enjoy an 18th Century colonial farm and garden on twenty acres, with twenty-five historically designed gardens along sandy winding paths. At the end is the Cooperage, a charming gift shop in an antique barn. Open daily May 15th - October 20th, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm. For additional information, please call (609) 465-5871.

Cape May's Welcome Inn Tour
Cape May's Welcome Inn Tours provide a special opportunity to see Cape May's famous bed & breakfast inns and guesthouses. On each tour, visitors are invited to view the public rooms of four inns. Advance tickets are available by calling (609) 884-5404 or (800)-275-4278.

Outlet Shopping
Take the Cape May/Lewes Ferry across the bay to Lewes, Delaware. On the other side, pick up a shuttle to Rehoboth Beach's 150 outlet stores. Includes round-trip foot passage on the ferry, shuttle service to the outlets and back, and a book of discount coupons.

Wheaton Village
Spend some time in the 1880s enjoying the rich crafts heritage of Southern New Jersey. There are many craft/specialty shops. This is a delightful sightseeing/shopping experience. Lunch/snacks are available on your own, or as a group. Additional costs will include a guided tour of the Wheaton Glass Museum.

Cape May Nature Center
The Nature Center of Cape May was founded in 1992, with the twin goals of creating a responsible stewardship program for open space surrounding Cape May Harbor and providing environmental education for people of all ages. The facility, located on the Harbor in Cape May City, includes three classrooms, exhibit aquaria, a small gift shop, and display gardens. (609) 898-8848

Cape May County Park and Zoo
Located off Exit 11 on the Garden State Parkway, the zoo is accredited by the American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums, placing it with the finest zoos in the world. There are over 250 species and many brand new exhibits. Admission is free.