Why you have to visit the Cape and Islands this summer

While the 4th of July weekend has always been the unofficial start to summer on the Cape and Islands, people have been posting all over social media about their vacations for the past few weeks! With that in mind, we figured we might as well let them tell you why you have to vacation on the Cape and Islands in the summer.

The mornings on the here are perfect for a few minutes of alone time. Especially when the fog is rolling out.

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There really is nothing like a walk on the boardwalk.

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The sand is so soft and white you feel like walking on a cloud.

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The water is just right.

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There is no shortage of colors

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And when you’re here you have to make sure to take a selfie

The art of the beach selfie 🤳 . . #capecod #ack #nantucket #mv #marthasvineyard #capecoddiem #mayflower #beaches #ocean #capecodinsta #clouds #rocks #reflection #nature #naturephotography #selfie

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Make sure to tag us on Instagram @WeNeedaVacation and to use #weneedavacation to have your photo featured!