7 Beach-Going Essentials for the Literary Traveler

Amanda July 2, 2013

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By Ali Pinero

Beaches are suddenly inundated with shovels and boogie boards, lifeguards are on duty, the sun is shining, and the sand is finally warm between your toes -- it’s summer at last! What better place to spend your effulgent summer days than the beach? As a year-round resident of Cape Cod, I have had the pleasure of learning the ins and outs of what it takes to be an expert beachgoer. I’ve spent more days than I can count wading in crystal clear waters and lounging on sun-swept shores. The only difficult aspect of a beach day is deciding what to bring. Here’s my advice:

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