With finals week approaching and the spring semester coming to an end, we're all looking forward to going home for summer break (the lucky few of us at least!). For my fellow Long Islanders, here's a quick roundup of the top 10 most Instagram-worthy spots to check out this summer:
1. Montauk Point Lighthouse
Location: Montauk, NY
Welcome to The End (of the island).
2. Fire Island National Seashore
Location: Fire Island, NY
No car, no problem. The barrier island's ferry-only access, maze of walking trails, and extremely friendly deer population make for a solid 'gram post.
3. Crazy Beans
Location: Stony Brook and Miller Place, NY
Bring on the infinite list of latte flavors and adorable mason jar glasses!
4. Ralph's
Location: Within a 20 minute driving radius in both counties
You know summer is upon us when your local Ralph's is open for the season, and EVERYONE has to post a picture about it.
5. Port Jeff
Location: Port Jefferson, NY
Referred to as "downport", clear your phone storage to prove that you were there for that gorgeous sunset on the docks.
6. Wildwood
Location: Wading River, NY
Campground? Check. Beach? Check. Killer sunsets? Check!
7. Avalon Nature Preserve
Location: Stony Brook, NY
Two words: crocheted trees.
8. Cupsogue County Park
Location: Westhampton Beach, NY
Seal haven in the winter, perfect beach spot in the summer.
9. Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center
Location: Riverhead, NY
Because awesome marine life is rarely camera shy.
10. Jones Beach
Location: Wantagh, NY
For the love of summer concerts and questionable tan lines.
Whether you're in the 516 or 631, we all know that this list just scratches the surface of all that LI has to offer Instagram! Or is it the other way around...
