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Cape May, New Jersey

There are plenty of reasons to set a course for Cape May, New Jersey. This historic seaside town at the southernmost tip of the state has been famous as a summer resort destination for more than 200 years. Steeped in fishing lore, it’s home to numerous offshore tournaments and top-rated marinas, where transient slips lure boaters from around the world. It’s a great place to visit in the summer high season, and there’s more than enough to see and do after Labor Day, as the crowds depart and the destination becomes easier to explore.

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