Sharks, Sun, and Surging Prices | Philadelphia News

Sharks are turning Cape Cod into a coastal hotspot — and people are loving it. With seal populations booming, great whites are cruising close to shore, sparking a shark-themed culture from hats to beach safety kits. Yet tourism and real estate soar as hotels hit $2K/night and home prices nearly double. Shark-spotting tours have become big business, while locals swap swims for pools and track sharks via apps like Sharktivity. Once feared, these apex predators now draw visitors — especially as other shark destinations shut down. Cape Cod’s unique blend of danger and allure has reshaped beach life, proving that even with great whites in the water, the magic of the coast still draws crowds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2d8d3b6505ecab8b