VLOG: I took my dream SOLO trip to Cape Cod :-)

[@kendallpipitone]

Hi Michel! I'm sorry if you've already done this and I missed it, but I would love to see a video from you explaining the process of planning a solo trip - the whole process from deciding where to go, what you do/book first, how you research what to do/see, etc.... I want to do a solo trip myself but am overwhelmed with where to start/how to do it. Love you and your channel :)

[@MichelJanse]

Oo great idea thank you friend 🤍🤍

[@Kelly-sunflower]

This is a great idea!!!! I would love for you to do this also

[@ChicReal]

Yes please do Michel, thanks!

[@itsalliemac]

I’d love this too! I was wondering how you always find the cutest hotels!

[@karinagranados7077]

@@MichelJanse Yes I was just coming here to comment the same thing! I’m so nervous for safety reasons so would love to hear your tips on that as well ☺️

[@surfintortuga1470]

I’m a local on cape and thank you so much for the reminder of how beautiful and lucky we are to live here. We get use to everyday life and forget to take a moment to look around! Also originally born & raised on Martha’s Vineyard, which I HIGHLY recommend as a solo trip also! I could give so many recommendations.

[@PeterFour22]

If only we could permanently ban from Cape Cod (in the following order,) 1. Boston residents, and everyone from the greater Boston area. 2. Connecticut people, 3. Rhode Island people, 4. New York people. If we could kick them out, then more folks from NH/Maine could visit.

[@HeyItsMe1224]

@@PeterFour22why are you so angry?

[@karenwyand7884]

As a Mainer, thank you for reminding me just how wonderful New England is. It was a long winter and it’s so great to see spring! I’m headed on a solo trip to Boothbay Harbor soon. Thank you for inspiring all of us to enjoy time with ourselves.

[@alwmwo9286]

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[@stellashepherd3229]

As a Vermonter I love seeing you so happy with New England. Cape Cod and the coast of Maine are my favorite vacation spots. Love the ocean. Thankfully I love the cold. As someone with an autoimmune illness I actually find I have less symptoms in the cold. I hope you come to Vermont sometime. I think you would love it. All of New England is filled filled with charm and natural delights.

[@9384cows]

I live in Sacramento, California and at 72 I haven't traveled much but your trip to Cape Cod has made me want to visit. I am Gluten Sensitive and that Warm Lobster Roll sounds so yummy. I really enjoy your adventures so much. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@donna1389]

I grew up in Harwich and the bench you sat on at Brax is where my parents memorial stones are. My dad’s boat is still in that harbor. It’s a very special spot for me. Literally made me cry when I saw you sitting there.

[@MD-bk7fk]

I know the exact feeling you're describing at 10:30...I've lived at home since I graduated college and the first time I ever felt that was when I took a travel nursing gig on the west coast (I'm from MA). I felt it for the first time when I took a solo trip to Point Reyes and was driving back to my apartment looking at the golden gate bridge and saw San Francisco and the ocean glittering in the sun and I was like this is it...this is the feeling I've been dreaming about! Truly independent and happy with my own company

[@Aggie_Sz]

Woman, you are a great videographer! Been watching for a long time and seeing your craft and style evolve is inspiring.

[@hannahrule4665]

I LOVE how you described what solo travel feels like for you! I know that exact feeling! I've traveling all over solo and now am finishing grad school and newly married so we are saving instead of traveling. But today I went to my college town an hour from where I live just to hang out. I grabbed my favorite food, went to my favorite coffee shop, read my book on the beautiful campus and that solo travel feeling came rushing back! It's so refreshing to see you chase those joys!

[@kikisu6544]

Your trip is really inspiring to me. I’m a person who gets upset when anything goes out of my plan. So a restaurant I plan to go to end up not opening can easily ruin my whole day. But seeing how you are able to enjoy basically anything that comes along, and how you can adjust your plan without hard feelings, I do want to get better at coping with unpleasant surprises like you are.

[@frankwiedemer]

What a magical trip. I love cape cod.

[@LaurenBoston59]

Like you I fell in love with Massachusetts from childhood vacations. I definitely had to go there for college and decades later I'm still here and hopefully never leaving. All of New England is breathtaking. Even the winter has its magic surrounded by historical colonials and gas street lights, and old-fashioned snow shoveling! Thank you for showcasing its beauty and inspiration.

[@keydellherrera4686]

Hi Michel! I just wanted to let you know, you inspired me to go on my first solo trip this year and it was the best experience ever! I hope you keep enjoying these kind of experiences!

[@soniajohnson8896]

Love traveling with you. I am a caregiver for my 93 year old dad so vicariously traveling with you.

[@MichelJanse]

That is very sweet of you!! Please continue traveling with me 🥰 I love all the pals!! 🤍🤍

[@louise8752]

I love living on Cape Cod. Blessed everyday. There's a lot of people struggling here to live who need to be recognized, it's not just a beautiful area with big mansions. Glad you got to enjoy our little piece of paradise.

[@PetiteTomatoes]

If you ever come back to the cape on the off season, try visiting Falmouth! More things are open year round. The farther down the cape you go, the less things that are open. Hope you enjoyed your trip!

[@323EML]

Being from Falmouth, I agree!

[@gigss3439]

Agree! Love Falmouth!

[@SimplySheilaB]

I’ve been to Jersey (U.K.), Russia and Poland on my own, just go for it, such a feeling of freedom just doing something for yourself ❤

[@CallHerCassie]

Cape cod is the best in early September when kids are back in school but it’s still beach weather

[@nadinewilliamson1037]

I love how you explain your feelings on solo trips.

[@Saltysad]

Thank you for the tip that you felt safe. I travel solo too and it’s something I definitely pay attention to. And your logic about the census data, on point.

[@Zigkiss]

Your trip looked so relaxing and that painting is stunning!!

[@samanthaadams2576]

Omg you crying over the donuts.. so cute. Love you!

[@breealexander3924]

I just LOVE 💗 these solo travel vlogs!! You make me want to pack up immediately and see where the adventure takes me.

[@RachelKay528]

As someone who grew up in MA and now lives in RI, the Cape is beautiful, but never really felt that special since we've gone so often. Thank you for reminding me to appreciate it more! I need to make another trip out there soon :)

[@deniseespin191]

Do you have an recommendations? going in June 😊

[@RachelKay528]

@@deniseespin191 in terms of towns, Provincetown (where Michel went) is a really fun/unique place to visit. In general there are lots of different ice cream shops, mini golf places, whale watch tours, great seafood, etc...and of course beaches. If I'm remembering correctly Craigville Beach in Barnstable is nice. Martha's Vineyard is beautiful if you're able to get there. Hyannis, Chatham, and Nantucket are all great places to visit also. In terms of specific names of restaurants and stuff, I don't really remember because it's been quite a while since I've been, but hopefully this can help a little! Edit: I just remembered...there was an AMAZING buffet I went to years ago...it's called Brazilian Grill in Hyannis. I've wanted to go back ever since but never did (and now I'm vegetarian so I'm not sure it would be worth it lol). I remember it being delicious though!

[@lose999]

Fun fact; I honeymooned in 1982 @ Provincetown and we were the only straight couple in town! We were kinda like celebrities; everywhere we went, we got a lot of attention. 😊 we drove from Boston. Magical is the perfect description.

[@Simplelivingslowliving]

Wow so basically Sodoma there huh.

[@MaguireCrum-ik8vp]

My husband and I got married during COVID and did a little honeymoon to the Cape. We loved it! I’m also pretty sure that we have a print from the same photographer of your thrifted beach photo. She was super sweet and gave us our print as a wedding gift. Many people gave us “wedding gifts” while we were there. They couldn’t have been nicer!

[@racheldorsay]

Donuts make me emotional too 🥰

[@Glm867]

Michel: your skin is GLOWING and digging your lipstick (pinky peachy) is perfect for your skin tone!🥰

[@emilyelainewilson]

I’m so happy you got to have the donuts again!!! 👏🏻🤍🍩 And excited to see your new painting join the gallery wall. I watch every vlog but this was definitely extra fun to watch. Thanks Michel!!

[@shellshell9929]

Great to know details regarding season shop opening, and Tuesday thru Thursday business hours. I don’t drive. Hope I can find a shuttle or some sort of ground transportation.

[@kristycurl]

Can you share the name of the last restaurant you went to with the gluten free lobster bisque?

[@nicoleandrews8575]

You are glowing in this video 😊 I could feel your happiness.

[@cinnsuamongar]

I love these trip vlogs. the way you present is like ASMR mixed with happiness. Thank you for your wonderful work.

[@erikaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa]

Provincetown is one of my favorite places in the world! I am so glad you had a nice time even though it was a bit early in the season. Besides things being closed, it is really nice to be there before the crowds. And I am glad you mentioned feeling safe- I totally agree that I have always felt completely comfortable even alone there. If anyone is planning a trip, please treat yourself to a nice dinner out at The Mews- you won't regret it! PS: I agree with your opinion on hot v cold lobster rolls (from a New Englander)!

[@rm-dc6tx]

Don't know if you know what sea glass is, but u can usually find it all over the Cape. It is broken bottles that have been dumped in the sea and the tides and wave and sand make the glass pieces, smooth as silk and they are mixed in with the rocks along the seashore. They make beautiful decorations when stacked in a glass vase. Good luck in your travels. I love the site and your perspective.

[@jenniferdobransky5240]

This was your Best, relatable video, your joy is contagious and so genuine! Thank You!

[@kaypattersonvlogs]

So happy to see this! Been a Boston transplant since college and the cape is so special and lovely! P-town is so fun!

[@kathrynwickersham6451]

If you like New England and light houses, you should check out York Maine!

[@taylorlane6289]

Watching this vlog made me so happy. Happy in terms of wow the opportunities we have to live.

[@chrissyd3659]

Oh my goodness, Michel- I am so proud of you and admire you so much for going on a solo trip!! It’s because of you that I can now go places and do things on my own without feeling awkward or embarrassed. I am so grateful for your continued inspiration!!! Can’t wait to see what upcoming trips are in store. (Also, those donuts look extra yummy!!) 😃

[@kaylasilver105]

I grew up on the Cape and I love seeing my home through someone else's eyes! I didn't realize how everything is closed near P-Town! Upper Cape is more populated so there are less seasonal spots and there's plenty of restaurants to choose from! Falmouth is a nice town to visit. I love going to Quarterdeck for seafood!

[@katyhartTV]

Yay, I've been so excited for this video!!! So beautiful and fun to follow along with you! Love what you said at the beginning about the serenity and how alive you feel exploring a new place on your own. Looking forward to more solo Michel trips this year!

[@egreen205]

Dying at your reactions when walking down that creepy alley 🤣

[@Rose.VanNett]

Cape Cod has been on my bucket list for years, now I'm in aww, and REALLY want to go!! Glad you had an awesome trip, it looks so beautiful! Have a safe trip home ❤🦞🐚

[@MichelJanse]

Ooo that will be so fun!!🥰🤍🫶🏼

[@emmakowalski2593]

Got engaged at the Cape and it holds a special place in my heart, loved seeing it in this video 💕

[@operatigger]

Michel, so glad I found this video. Cape Cod is a beautify place and you've only scratched the surface. For instance, in the village of Woods Hole, Upper Cape, the opposite end of the Cape from Provincetown (P-town), is Nobska Lighthouse, a lighthouse you can drive up to, get out, and walk around it. There's also all the other villages around the Cape with a lot of great shops. Oh, and the drive along Rte 6A is wonderful. Hope you get a chance to get back.

[@jenniferthorpe6706]

Thank you for mentioning it felt safe for a female solo traveler. I will be doing just that in this chapter of my life. Please mention safety in all your solo trips! It is helpful! Great video 😊

[@okjessicah]

You showed the South Manitou Island Lighthouse frame and I got gitty lol. I've been to that lighthouse so many times while hiking to my campsites on the island.

[@tfeliciano1106]

Such a wholesome trip. You looked so satisfied and content. I felt the peace and serenity through your vlog. Love you!

[@Ellebear]

Glad you got to experience that special solo travel feeling! Thanks for sharing, I felt like I was right there with you ❤

[@sandramarie]

You should take a trip to Mackinac Island, MI - it’s pretty charming

[@katrinaa980]

I love these solo traveling vlogs so much. I first solo travelled when I was 21 and wanted to go to europe and not wait for anyone else to plan it. It was scary but I loved it and continue to travel alone, it’s as close to true freedom as I’ve gotten. Any plans to travel outside the US?

[@holly_cuperus]

What a beautiful trip. I know that places being closed was a bummer but I think it made it a very relaxing and peaceful trip.

[@carlajoyswan]

Girll come to nova scotia Canada, lots of lobster, seafood chowder, and peggys cove lighthouse!!!

[@hndeiw11248]

I need the song at 16:52 please 😅

[@butterfly1401]

Same, i wish she could include all the songs that she used in her description 🥹 been loving all of her songs vibe.

[@marakahl]

Cape Cod stole my heart too ❤ doing a solo trip this week!

[@rebeccacornish5924]

I have lupus as well, so I feel you on how difficult resting can be.

[@pajamamama5965]

It's a joy seeing you so happy On your solo trip . FYI I live on the East Coast and have been to a number of different beaches in different States, NJ, MD, and DE. It's typical In tourist beach towns for midweek to be closed off season. That's why the hotel rates are cheaper. A lot of people go To these places on the weekends during the off season when everything is open, but then they pay more for lodging or have their own beach house.

[@polly-annemcgovern2787]

Been to the cape many times in a old school buss backin the 70s we would spend the days at Race Point beach then go to Provincetown for people watching one of my best memories ❤watching you enjoy the experience too😍

[@jadecford]

i love these solo travel videos from you 💕💕 my favourite type of content

[@MichelJanse]

🤍🤍

[@JackyWacky1]

Ahh this trip looked so good! The “ no offense to straight men but offense to the creepy ones “ made me laugh lol

[@meganfouche8419]

Hi from South Africa! So nice to “visit “ your US towns with you

[@Courtney-Alice-Gargani]

I love Cape Cod. It's so beautiful.

[@isabelprice2201]

I love hearing your silly voices. I feel like inner Michel shined through this vlog. I am so jealous of your donut & sea food adventure, especially as a Celiac, and most especially because I'm 7 months pregnant. 😂I love all things crab, lobster, oysters, clam chowder, etc. so I'm convinced I must now move to Cape Cod.

[@tatjanafilipovicgrcic3953]

What a wonderful vlog! Pure joy! Thank you, Michel, just keep them coming. 😘👋

[@kathyluty6035]

Totally agree with you on the Cape. It is a magical place to just relax and eat a lot of seafood.

[@laura.warhurst]

I kept replying when you asked questions! Love watching your solo trips! Where is your green jacket from? Obsessed! 💖💖

[@luckyandbold]

Love to see New England through a visitor's eyes. And I live 10 minutes by foot to Kane's and I've never been. You're really selling it!!

[@mariamangion21]

The thumbnail is already beautiful, I can’t even imagine how AMAZING the video will be 🩵 The energy, aesthetic and positivity in each video truly inspires me and makes my heart happy! The joy you have for the things you do and love just shines through and is such a pleasure to witness 🥹❤️

[@MichelJanse]

Awee 🥰🥰 thank you for the kind words friend!! 🤍🤍

[@karatheyaroxan6852]

I grew up in New England, summers on the cape, and I understand why you love it so much.

[@Kelly-sunflower]

I am from NH!!! I go to the cape and Maine every year!!! I love your channel and all your growth and honesty!!! Thank you so so much💜💜💜

[@MichelJanse]

Awe, thank you friend!! 🥰🤍

[@Kelly-sunflower]

@@MichelJanse 💜💜💜💜

[@hollychapman4338]

Michel ! Do you have Spotify?! Every single vlog I hear songs I LOVE and I feel like I neeeeed a vlog soundtrack playlist! xoxo

[@cpagoals]

So glad you went on this trip, I can tell how much it soothed your soul 🙌🏻🤍

[@heathercongden4227]

This was one of my favorite vlogs ever! I was smiling ear to ear the whole time! ❤❤

[@estheranawaters]

From Cape Cod - If you go to Hardings beach in Chatham you will find a great little walk to a lighthouse and secret beach - 30 there and 30 mins back hope this gives you a good idea

[@kayleemiller7777]

You are making miss Provincetown/the Cape in general SO MUCH right now. You will have to definitely plan to go back when everything is open. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@debraroth2388]

You should take a trip to Sarasota Florida you would love seeing that place and enjoy it alot Michel . hopefully you do go there one day

[@nickicourtney310]

Love you’re travel vlogs, especially as a fellow coeliac! I love how you prove it is possible to travel and eat well whilst being strictly gluten free. *Side note* Where is your backpack from that attaches to your roller suitcase? It looks so much easier than how I do it!!

[@rainbow616]

I can relate to that free feeling and feeling alive that you get when you're doing something purely for yourself. Really breathing in life. Amazing feeling. 🙏❤☀️🍀🏞🌈

[@lindafisher8441]

Thank you for taking us along!!!!

[@MichelJanse]

ALWAYS🫶🏼🫶🏼🥰

[@pamd4068]

Oh my goodness this is candy for the brain. This is just one of the reasons I follow your channel. How incredible! I've always wanted to go to Cape cod and have lobster rolls and look at the lighthouses and now I feel like I was there with you. Lol awesomeness! Oh another of my favorite things is thrifting. Thank you!😊

[@korneliacevasco9939]

I spent every Sommer on Cape Cod . Meine parents had a vacation house in Wellfleet . Those were wonderful times .

[@MichelJanse]

WOW A TOTAL DREAM!!! 🥰

[@korneliacevasco9939]

It was a dream - sadly my parents passed away ,but we children put the ashes into the Atlantic at Cape Cod - it was their wish . For me it will always be a very special place . We all are Germans living here . I love Massachusetts- for me it’s home - it always will be

[@teachkel]

As a person who lives in a "up north" town in MI that is very much seasonal I know the oops they are closed most of the week or for months at a time. You need to come to MI we have a ton of lighthouses and a lot of them are easy to get to.

[@nancyhaefner4596]

Thank you so much for taking us along on your solo trip! I have never been to Cape Cod and you made it like I was actually there!! 🙂

[@gracekindall558]

I am currently married with 3 very young kids, so I don't know how I could make a solo trip like this happen for myself, but it looks and sounds so magical! ❤

[@nicole-xl4nm]

I’m going solo to Cape Cod next week!!

[@schimmenti95]

What is that lipstick you’re wearing in all the clips?! I need!!!

[@CroweDharmaReloaded]

Sad to see so much is closed on a Tuesday. Here in the Netherlands only Monday is such a day where MOST shops open later on the day and only few are fully closed. Love these vlogs, I'm a solo traveler myself!

[@carsontalbott3514]

ok ok hear me out, i think your next solo trip needs to be to charleston. sailboats, beaches, lighthouses, beautiful houses…it just seems very michel 🫢

[@MichelJanse]

Ooo thank you for the tip!! Sounds like all the thinks I LOVE!! 🥰🫶🏼🤍

[@chrissiedcohen]

I’m headed to Massachusetts (from PA) tomorrow to pick up my kiddo from college. It’s a beautiful state. Thank you for sharing your joyful travel adventures with us. I have loved that cream sweater since you first got it & now it was discounted, so I grabbed it (only sage was left). You are a delight, Michel!

[@lonawhitten6854]

Thank you for sharing your solo adventure... inspiring.😁

[@daniellejosephine]

Definitely planning a day trip to Cape Cod in a few weeks now! So glad you loved it! :)

[@alovelyexpedition]

loved watching this vlog & following along on your solo adventure in cape cop!!! I went to Portland, Maine last June and loved your solo vlog from there too so to see you in the northeast again made me very happy, love seeing your excitement! (also, the new font that has been in your videos is soooo cuuteee)

[@MichelJanse]

Awe, thank you sweet friend 🥰🫶🏼🤍

[@jgfffffffhjiufdddj]

you are the only person i know who gets that excited about food like i do!!!!!! im so glad you had so much fun!!!!🤍🤍

[@user-mv2tg8hc8c]

Thanks for sharing! It’s so cool how you travel alone.

[@susanczajka6327]

Wait, you never went to Martha's Vineyard or Nantucket? Girl, you need to come back and really do "The Cape"!

[@rainkie2541]

Catched the editor for using your cheffs kiss twice! ;-) looks wonderfull! Enjoy the memories!

[@jessicajezak9233]

Highland light was only about 15 minutes from you thats an easy access light house in Truro.

[@valerie1957]

Such a great vlog! I visited there several years ago and it was fun to see some familiar places.

[@colleenwestbrook8848]

I love love love the painting you bought. Also I’m the type that’s afraid to go anywhere alone so I just love watching you. Wish I could be like that. For instance the fire pit where you were going to make s’mores you could see there was some ppl already there so I would never go. Please tell me if you did and what do you do if there is others there. Thank you.

[@cavarsarah9543]

Provincetown is awesome! It's a very special place that works hard to make everyone feel included, safe, and loved -- I'm so glad that came across for you :)