Your invitation to the 2025 World Tourism Forum on Sustainable Transformation
Where Knowledge Sparks Impact – From the Cape to the World
About the Cape & Islands
Cape Cod, Massachusetts – affectionately known as “The Cape” – is a scenic peninsula that extends into the Atlantic Ocean from the southeastern corner of the state. With its rich cultural heritage, biodiversity, distinctive New England character, and expansive beaches, Cape Cod draws millions of visitors each year, particularly during the summer season. Cape Cod, a name coined in 1602 by Bartholomew Gosnold, is the ninth-oldest English place-name in the United States.
The Cape is made up of fifteen towns, many of which include multiple named villages, each with its own unique charm. It also forms the southern boundary of the Gulf of Maine, which stretches northeast toward Nova Scotia. Boasting 559 miles of shoreline, Cape Cod is home to some of the most iconic and picturesque beaches in the world, including those found along the protected Cape Cod National Seashore.
Since 1914, most of Cape Cod has been separated from the mainland by the Cape Cod Canal – a 7-mile (11 km) man-made waterway that cuts across the base of the peninsula. While small parts of the towns of Bourne and Sandwich lie on the mainland side of the canal, the majority of the Cape lies across two highway bridges: the Sagamore Bridge and the Bourne Bridge.
Cape Cod has a year-round population of roughly 230,000 residents and welcomes more than 5 million visitors annually. The Cape has been the ancestral home of the Wampanoag people for centuries, long before European colonization. In 1974, the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribal Council was established to represent and advocate for those with Native American ancestry. After petitions for federal recognition in 1975 and again in 1990, the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe was formally recognized by the federal government in May 2007.
Getting to the Cape
Getting to Cape Cod is a breeze. Whether you’re flying in from across the country or driving in from nearby New England, here’s how to reach the 2025 World Tourism Forum in Dennis Port.
Cape Cod Gateway Airport is the closest airport to the venue – a short 10-minute drive – however, most attendees will opt to fly into Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) or T.F. Green Airport (PVD) in Providence. From either major airport, the easiest option is to book a ride-share or rent a car – Pelham House Resort is about a 1 hour and 30-minute drive from either airport. The route offers scenic views of Massachusetts and a chance to stop in charming towns along the way.
While car rental and ride-share are the easiest options, we strongly encourage you to consider one of the many convenient public-transit or alternative transportation options:
For those seeking alternatives to driving, there are a few public and shared transit options available:
- Bus Service:
From Logan Airport or Boston’s South Station, Peter Pan and Plymouth & Brockton buses run daily to Hyannis. From Hyannis, you can catch a rideshare (approx. 25 minutes to Dennis Port) or use the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) to connect locally. - Sustainable Shuttles & Carpools:
Travelers can also consider shared shuttle services like Go Green Shuttle, which offers airport transfers directly to Cape destinations, including Dennis Port.
Once on the Cape, Pelham Hospitality will provide a complimentary shuttle between its three properties (Pelham House, Pelham on Main, and Pelham on Earle) during mornings and evenings of the event.
We encourage guests to consider carpooling or sharing rides where possible – an easy way to reduce emissions while making connections with fellow Forum attendees. As we get closer to the event, we’ll launch our event app which will allow you to network with attendees and arrange ride-shares with those traveling at similar times.
