Subject: News from The Queen Victoria
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Endless Summer ... Almost
Gift Season is on the Horizon

It seems like I'm always trying to figure out what to get members of my family and my friends for their significant celebrations. Every month there is something. Once in a while I need to come up with something really special for a significant celebration.

If somebody you care about has something really special coming up, maybe a significant birthday, anniversary, or even a wedding, you might want to consider sending them to The Queen Victoria. Queen Victoria gift certificates are easy to buy, easy to wrap, and they're always a big hit. The best part is that they always fit. If you need to make somebody feel very special, give us a call.


34th Annual Victorian Week Oct 6-15

Rated one of North America's "top 100 events", the 34th annual Victorian Week is a ten day extravaganza celebrating Cape May's Victorian heritage.

This year's event, October 6-15, features Historic House Tours, Vintage Fashion Shows, Murder Mystery Dinners, a Vintage Dance Workshop, Brass Band Concerts, Crafts and Antiques Shows and more.


Sherlock Holmes Weekend Nov 3-5

Sherlock and Watson are returning to Cape May for their bi-annual sleuthing to solve the mystery of "The Star of Arabia". Join them in a search for clues to solve this original Cape May mystery. If you're truly inspired, compete for best costume by donning Victorian attire.

Stalk the gaslit streets in search of clues and compete for valuable prizes as you attempt to solve the mystery. Plan a Fall getaway and enjoy a new mystery, written especially for the occasion by playwright John Pekich.


25th Annual Cape May Dickens Extravaganza Dec 3-5

Yes, it is coming back by popular demand. The Dickens Extravaganza is a proud tradition in Cape May and at The Queen Victoria. We are exited about this year's event and all the new things added to it to make it more fun than ever.

With banquets, theatrical presentations and readings, wine tastings and tours, as well as some interesting scholarly review, this year's event promises to be great.


Inn Deep Workshop for Prospective Innkeepers Nov 5-8

If you are:

  • Secretly dreaming of being an Innkeeper
  • Seriously thinking of being an Innkeeper
  • Definitely planning on becoming an Innkeeper

    Then start planning now to attend INN-DEEP this November 5 - 8.

    InnDeep is a 4 day workshop designed to give prospective innkeepers the "back room" view of what innkeeping is all about. See what happens behind "the curtain", learn the tricks of the trade, and talk to innkeepers about what it is really like to be an innkeeper. Best yet, we give you a nice discount for your stay while you're here.


  • Upcoming Events

    • Back to the 50s Exhibit May 26 to Sep 3
    • Designer Show House June 17 to Sep 17
    • Doug & Anna Marie's 19th Anniversary! (Aug 8)
    • Food & Wine Festival Sep 16 to Sep 21
    • Grandma's Attic & Kitchen Antique show Sep 9
    • Victorian A to Z exhibit Sep 15 to Jan 1 2007
    • Victorian Week Oct 6 - 15
    • Sherlock Holmes weekend Nov 3 - 5
    • Fall Arts & Craft Festival Nov 4
    • InnDeep workshop Nov 5 to Nov 7
    • Thanksgiving at The Queen Victoria 23 - 24
    • Dickens Christmas Extravaganza Dec 3 - 5

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    Well, maybe it isn't endless, but the well informed know that Cape Mays beaches are wonderful WAY past Labor day. If you're dreaming of Cape Mays beaches and just can't make it to The Queen Victoria this summer, don't lament. We've still got availability in late August and most of September (even October is pleasant on the beach!). Many of you have discovered that you need to start planning ahead again, as advance bookings are way up this year. Don't wait too long, or you may not get to stay at The Queen Victoria.


    Picture yourself here!

    OK, I know this isn't fair, but wouldn't you really rather be sitting on one of these chairs than in your office chair? Seriously, you need a break; and I know just the spot.

    It really doesn't get much better than this, with the possible exception of 4:00 tea at The Queen Victoria. In fact, choosing between staying on the beach or coming back for tea may be the toughest decision you need to make during your next stay at The Queen Victoria.


    Featured "Room of the Month"

    As promised, we're continuing our "Featured Room of the Month" with our second entry. Admit it, you've peaked into other rooms every chance you've gotten during previous stays, so we're just making it easy for you.

    This is the Buckingham room on the third floor of the Queen Victoria building. Buckingham is a cozy room filled with period antiques including a beautiful marble top dresser and magnificent embroidered high back Victorian chairs. Buckingham’s large bright bathroom features a bathtub with shower, and a wonderful vintage marble sink. The room’s windows, which highlight the architecture of the building, are like a telescope into Cape May’s past. If you’re looking for views of Cape May, both the beach and the unique historic architecture of the Victorian part of town, you’ll love this room!


    Early Bird Discounts ... an investment

    Many of you view vacations as an investment in your health and well being. With our Earlybird discount program, you can view it as a great financial investment as well. If you love your stay with us this year (and we certainly hope you will), and plan on staying with us again next year around the same time, it makes sense to take advantage of this program.

    Reserve now (during your stay) for your next year's vacation and we'll discount your room to this year's rate, plus a 5% discount. I did a few calculations the other day for several guests who were doing earlybirds and it turned out that the discount they received by reserving early represented a 16% annual return on their deposit. Plus, you guarantee yourself the room you want! Ever wonder why so many of the best rooms are always reserved by the time you call? Now you know. If a trip to The Queen Victoria is an annual event for you, you really need to do this.


    Relax ...

    A stay at The Queen Victoria isn't just about the beach. In fact, I think Cape May is more about relaxing than anything else. And what better way than sitting yourself in one of our porch swings with a good book.

    Between our five porches, our roof deck, all of our rocking chairs, and our two porch swings you are sure to find just the right spot to completely relax. Happy hour doesn't get much better than this!


    Thank you for voting us #1 in Cape May!

    You're always saying it. Now it's official. The Queen Victoria is ranked the #1 Bed & Breakfast in Cape May by Trip Advisor.

    Thanks to all of the wonderful reviews that YOU have posted on our behalf, we've been ranked #1 in Cape May. We're working hard to be sure that all of you have a wonderful experience at The Queen Victoria. We truly appreciate all of you that have taken the time to tell the world about The Queen Victoria on Trip Advisor.


    Stay & Play ... Still

    Last year we introduced our Stay & Play package, which was so popular we decided to do it again. If you love great theatre in a cozy setting (i.e. small theatre), you'll love Cape May stage. If you've been to a Cape May Stage production, you know that the acting is incredible. If you haven't gone before, you need to do it this year.

    Reserve a room at The Queen Victoria for 4 nights over a weekend, or 3 nights mid-week, and we'll be happy to provide you with complimentary tickets to the Cape May Stage. Just mention it to us when you call to book your room.


    Doug & Anna Marie's Restaurant Pick Of The Month ... Moonfish Grill

    Anna Marie and I tried Cape May's newest restaurant about a week after it opened and we loved it. The Moonfish grill just opened up where "Daniel's" used to be on Broadway in West Cape May. It is a little bit of a walk, but it is worth it. It boasts Cape May's only sushi bar, and has a wonderful contemporary feeling inside a historic building. Lots of dining rooms, spacious seating, a nice menu, but best of all ... Great Food. We've been sending lots of people to Moonfish Grill and we've gotten great reports back from everyone.

    On our visit I had the "Moonfish Kettle", which is literally a copper kettle full of shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams and lobster on a bed of home made fetuccini. It was wonderful. Anna Marie had the blackened Day Boat scallops with a citrus/mango salsa sauce. I have to admit that I did my share of "dipping" from her plate. The waiter was a Daniel's veteran and the service was great, eventhough it was their first week being open. If you are coming to Cape May any time this year, plan on making it to the Moonfish Grill. You'll be happy you did.


    Make your reservations today for a romantic getaway at The Queen Victoria B&B. We are looking forward to helping you plan your next visit!

    Sincerely,


    Doug & Anna Marie McMain, Innkeepers
    The Queen Victoria B&B

    phone: 609-884-8702
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