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Cape Cod Travel Inspiration

Explore the Cape and Islands to help plan your next getaway

  • It's officially second summer on the Cape and Islands! Enjoy magical nights beneath the bright starry sky. Sip on a warm cup of cider while strolling Main Street. Sit back in the soft sand of your favorite beach and embrace the slowing down of the days.

    By Josie Cataldo | 10/21/2022 (updated 8/23/2024)

    Enjoying the Off Season on Cape Cod

    The crowds have slowly started to dissipate, our favorite beaches are now open to our furry friends, and the crisp scent of fall is looming offshore. It's officially second summer on Cape Cod!

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  • Looking to get an amazing picture on Cape Cod? Check out these ten photo worthy locations.

    By Josie Cataldo | 7/12/2023 (updated 7/29/2024)

    Our Top 10 Photo Worthy Spots on Cape Cod

    Looking to get an amazing picture on Cape Cod? Check out these ten photo worthy locations.

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  • Looking to get an amazing picture on Martha's Vineyard? Check out these ten photo worthy locations.

    By Josie Cataldo | 7/19/2023 (updated 7/29/2024)

    Our Top 10 Photo-Worthy Spots on Martha's Vineyard

    Looking to get an amazing picture on Martha's Vineyard? Check out these ten photo worthy locations.

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  • Looking to get an amazing picture on Nantucket? Check out these ten photo worthy locations.

    By Josie Cataldo | 7/19/2023 (updated 7/29/2024)

    Our Top 10 Photo-Worthy Spots on Nantucket

    Looking to get an amazing picture on the idyllic island of Nantucket? Check out these ten photo worthy locations!

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  • If you want to vacation on the Cape and Islands this winter, these cozy homes with fireplaces should be on the top of your list of places to stay.

    By Josie Cataldo | 11/29/2023

    Homes with Fireplaces

    If you want to vacation on the Cape and Islands this winter, these cozy homes with fireplaces should be on the top of your list of places to stay.

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  • The best Cape Cod shops when it comes to finding a meaningful gift for a loved one!

    By Josie Cataldo | 11/2/2023

    Cape Cod Gift Guide

    Looking for the perfect present for a loved one? If so, be sure to check out these local Cape Cod businesses!

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  • Take a peek at these quaint, cozy homes for some off-season vacation inspiration!

    By Josie Cataldo | 12/29/2021 (updated 11/1/2023)

    Cozy Vacation Rentals on Cape Cod

    Take a peek at these quaint, cozy homes for some off-season vacation inspiration!

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  • Looking to visit Cape Cod in the Off-Season? There's plenty to enjoy!

    By | 9/8/2021 (updated 9/29/2023)

    Fall Bucket List 2023

    Looking to visit Cape Cod in the Off-Season? There's plenty to enjoy!

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  • There's nothing quite like sitting by the beach with an array of ice cold Wellfleet oysters in front of you. Whether you're enjoying the shellfish raw with cocktail sauce and lemon or roasted over the fire dipped in butter, their superior taste is unmistakeable!

    By Josie Cataldo | 9/22/2022 (updated 9/18/2023)

    All About the Wellfleet Oyster

    The Wellfleet oyster offers a taste of the sea like no other. Grown and harvested in a small coastal town, these New England delicacies have earned high praise from restaurants all over the country.

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  • September is one of our favorite months on the island of Nantucket, and we'll be celebrating with these fun filled events!

    By Josie Cataldo | 8/23/2023

    September 2023 Events on Nantucket

    Summer may be slowing down but the fun hasn't stopped on Nantucket! Check out all the wonderful events happening in September on the island.

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  • Celebrate the slowing down of the summer season on Martha's Vineyard with these awesome events!

    By Josie Cataldo | 8/23/2023

    September 2023 Events on Martha's Vineyard

    It's time to celebrate the impending arrival of autumn on Martha's Vineyard. Soak in the last of that summer sunshine and salt air all while enjoying the fun events coming up!

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  • It's the start of second summer on Cape Cod and we're getting in the spirit with these fun-filled events!

    By Josie Cataldo | 8/21/2023

    September 2023 Events on Cape Cod

    The summer season might be winding down but there's still plenty of fun to be had on Cape Cod! Check out the events below that'll have you soaking up every last bit of summer.

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  • The Upper Cape is comprised of lovely boutique shops, peaceful and serene beaches, highly-praise seafood restaurants, and so much more. Explore all this region of Cape Cod has to offer!

    By Josie Cataldo | 11/8/2022 (updated 7/26/2023)

    Exploring the Upper Cape

    Josie's Journey 3: Come along with me as I embark on an exciting adventure to explore the Upper Cape and all it has to offer!

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  • Locals giddy with hometown pride, dozens of vendors showcasing the best of their creativity, and fiercely strong shellfishermen shucking at the speed of light. We had such an incredible time at OysterFest, and we want to share some of our favorite moments of the event with you!

    By Josie Cataldo | 11/14/2022 (updated 7/26/2023)

    WeNeedaVacation at Wellfleet OysterFest 2022

    OysterFest 2022 was one for the books, and WeNeedaVacation was honored to be the leading sponsor of this incredible hometown event! Cheers to sweet, succulent oysters, supporting small businesses, and endless smiles.

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  • Whether you were looking to spend your vacation in a modest cottage by the beach or at a hidden oasis nestled in the trees, these homes were here to make your vacation dreams come true!

    By Josie Cataldo | 12/31/2022 (updated 7/26/2023)

    Top 10 Homes of 2022

    We took a look at some of WeNeedaVacation's most inquired about rentals of the 2022 season, here's the verdict!

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  • Out of all of the homes available on our site in 2022, these were the ones you guys kept coming back to. Take a look at our most

    By Josie Cataldo | 1/26/2023 (updated 7/26/2023)

    Top "Favorited" Homes of 2022

    Out of all of the homes available on our site in 2022, these were the ones you guys kept coming back to. Take a look at our most "favorited" homes of 2022!

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  • A wedding is a monumental occasion that you'll cherish forever. What better place to exchange your vows than at a Cape Cod home evocative of everything you love?

    By Josie Cataldo | 5/31/2023 (updated 7/25/2023)

    Vacation Rentals as Wedding Venues

    Whether you're looking to exchange your vows in a quintessential Cape cottage or in the backyard of an oceanfront estate, WeNeedaVacation has some homes perfect for the occasion!

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  • Summer 2023 is finally here and we could not be more thrilled! We'll be celebrating the start of our favorite season with these festive events!

    By Josie Cataldo | 6/23/2023 (updated 7/25/2023)

    July 2023 Events on Cape Cod

    It's officially summer on Cape Cod! What better way to celebrate our favorite season than with these awesome events?!

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  • It's July on the Vineyard and we're celebrating by attending these festive, fun-filled events!

    By Josie Cataldo | 6/26/2023 (updated 7/25/2023)

    July 2023 Events on Martha's Vineyard

    It's officially summer on Martha's Vineyard! Kick off the busy season on the island with these amazing events!

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  • Summer is in full swing on Martha's Vineyard! Whether you're attending a highly anticipated music festival, relaxing in the soft sand at one of the beautiful beaches, or watching fireworks light up the sky, August is a blast on the island!

    By Josie Cataldo | 7/24/2023

    August 2023 Events on Martha's Vineyard

    Summer is in full swing on Martha's Vineyard! Whether you're attending a highly anticipated music festival, relaxing in the soft sand at one of the beautiful beaches, or watching fireworks light up the sky, August is a blast on the island!

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  • The island is alive with the spirit of summer! It's time to kick off our favorite season on Nantucket by attending these July events.

    By Josie Cataldo | 6/27/2023

    July 2023 Events on Nantucket

    Summer is finally here and what better way to celebrate than by attending these iconic events on Nantucket?!

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  • The summertime spirit is alive and well on Nantucket! Check out the signature events below that are guaranteed to get you excited for high season on the island!

    By Josie Cataldo | 6/1/2023

    June 2023 Events on Nantucket

    Film, food, and the arts...What more could you possibly want? Summer is right around the corner and we'll be celebrating with these standout events on the island.

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  • Summer is right around the corner and what better way to celebrate than with these awesome events! Check out all the excitement happening on Martha's Vineyard in June.

    By Josie Cataldo | 5/31/2023

    June 2023 Events on Martha's Vineyard

    The weather is warming up, our favorite restaurants are finally open, and sweet summertime is right around the corner! Check out these awesome events happening on Martha's Vineyard in June.

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  • Cape Cod's commercial shellfish industry is integral to the success of the local community. Let's take a look into the lives of the individuals who are responsible for catching and harvesting the delicious New England delicacies we enjoy year-round!

    By Josie Cataldo | 9/15/2022

    An Introduction to Commercial Shellfishing on Cape Cod

    Ever heard the phrase “the world is your oyster?” Well, for many individuals in Wellfleet, specifically commercial shellfishermen, the phrase is more accurate if you switch the placement of “oyster” and “world.”

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  • Stroll along the beautiful cobblestone streets of Nantucket this September. Breathe in the sweet scents of early fall and embrace the spirit of the new season by attending the following festive events!

    By Josie Cataldo | 9/2/2022

    September 2022 Events on Nantucket

    Leaves are turning from bright green to burnt orange, the sun has assumed a more soft glow, and the air's crisp chill has you wanting to curl up in a light flannel. Celebrate the season of autumn with Nantucket's September events!

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