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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community Apr 19, 2004
Pros: This summer fun haven has hotels, casinos, motels 'n B&Bs on beaches with amusement parks.
Cons: As with many destinations some parts are MUCH better than others.
Summary: Living on Long Island and not all that far from the bridges to the main land I have been down to the Jersey Shore many, many times over the last 40 years and this continues today. There are many towns of note along the stretch of the Jersey Shore. This ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 28, 2012
Pros: Free, off-leash dog beach, most folks friendly
Cons: Some don't clean up after dogs, water's unclean, no barrier between dogs and road.
Summary: Last month, we threw caution (and cash) to the wind and decided to take a short trip out of town. Just a night away, with a few special meals and a tour of the various dog parks along the way. One dog-friendly area I found was a BEACH! ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 25, 2010
Pros: The Beach Season Has stretched from Labor Day to November with global warming!
Cons: There a a few homeowners who haven't signed the beach replenish petition.
Summary: Beach Haven Crest, on Long Beach Island, NJ is a Great Family Friendly Destination We have stayed in Beach Haven Crest on LBI, NJ for the past 53 years, I am 3rd generation coming, and my great nieces and nephews are 4th generation. ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 21, 2008
Pros: Geared toward families. Fresh seafood, clean beaches, safe atmosphere. Close to Philadelphia and NYC.
Cons: Beaches do get crowded. Waiting to be seated at restaurants. Expensive.
Summary: Beach Haven, NJ is a small beach town located in Ocean County on the 18 mile barrier island of Long Beach Island. It's a whopping 2.3 square miles divided as 1 square mile of land and 1.3 square miles of water (ocean, bay) The island at this point is ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 20, 2005
Pros: Beautiful beaches. Fresh ocean air. Boardwalk. Outdoor activities galore. Restaurants.
Cons: Cost - it's easy to break the bank in just one week.
Summary: New Jersey has some of the nicest seaside resorts on the east coast of America, and they seem to grow in popularity with each passing year. I have been visiting this area my whole life and now have a lifetime of good memories from "The Jersey ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 28, 2005
Pros: Free beach, still lots of amusements
Cons: Lost most of their horror houses, but gained a few, some piers went under.
Summary: I've been to Wildwood several times in the early 80's and mid to late 90's. It really changed between the 80's and the 90's. What changed the most were the amusement piers. While the boardwalk still has the same pizza shops, games, and arcades (only with ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 31, 2004
Pros: The stuff of which childhood memories are made...
Cons: A week in Italy costs about the same - airfare included!
Summary: Those of you who know me, know that I grew up in a working-class-poor Italian ghetto in South Philadelphia. We had it hard, and whatever amenities we did have came at greater expense, sacrifice, and effort than those of most others. That said, no ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Feb 16, 2004
Pros: Lots to do for all ages
Cons: Can be expensive
Summary: For the child in all of us… I am about to reveal the secrets to a successful vacation in Wildwood, New Jersey. I am a 30-something year old female, and I have been going to Wildwood since I was a kid. My mom has been going since she was ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 26, 2003
Pros: Lots to do with a great mix of beaches and amusements.
Cons: It might rain.
Summary: I am reviewing the sites we went to during our 7-week traveling adventure this past summer. Although I am not done with Washington, D.C. I will go back to it at some point. From D.C. we headed 100 miles to The Jersey Shore. I wish I had known ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 23, 2003
Pros: parasailing, beachhouses, clean beaches
Cons: none
Summary: While a nanny in Pennsylvania I had the opportunity to stay for two weeks on the Jersey Shore. We stayed in a cute 3 story beach house only feet from the beach in Sea Isle City. I had a blast. I was responsible for 6 children most of the day but I still ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 9, 2002
Pros: So much to do, great family vacation, you can walk to almost anything!
Cons: Massive Summer crowds, some attractions a little pricey, not the place for the older couple.
Summary: My husband and I have been to Wildwood, New Jersey three times in the past four years and we will definately return again and again. We have also taken our 7 year old son there and he loves it too.
We live in New Alexandria, PA and this is ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 28, 2002
Pros: Friendly atmosphere for adults and children.
Cons: Busy place...hotels are expensive if you don't plan ahead.
Summary: My favorite beach on the East Coast, Wildwood is a traditional family beach with lots of activities for single adults as well. My review is focused more on activities, food and entertainment than the beach itself.
I’ve been visiting ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Apr 1, 2002
Pros: Great fun for the whole family, some even educational!
Cons: Traffic on the GS Parkway, tolls..
Summary: Where else can you start your day at the Statue of Liberty / Ellis Island for a tour of these great historical monuments. Travel down the highway for about 45 minutes, grab a great lunch in Highlands or Belmar, NJ. Visit the beaches in Sandy Hook, play ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 30, 2001
Pros: not too far, inexpensive, fun
Cons: none
Summary: For the past ten years my family has traveled to Wildwood, New Jersey every summer. Every July we take an eight hour drive to the place of our dreams, The Wildwoods. The fun and excitement all comes alive when you walk the 1.7 mile boardwalk. Day and ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 27, 2001
Pros: Plenty of fishing action.
Cons: Count on a few "undesirables" onboard.
Summary: So...you are spending a week at the Jersey Shore - great choice for a vacation! The beach should keep you well occupied during the day, and the boardwalk at night. Let's face it though, the boardwalk can get very expensive, and you would not want to do ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 30, 2001
Pros: Bars a plenty
Cons: Bars a plenty
Summary: "To Alcohol, the cause of and solution to, all of life's problems." - Homer J. Simpson I recently decided to drop out of society for a little while. I had to get away. Had to go to where the sun is always shining, where I could dig my toes into ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 11, 2001
Pros: Good for families, singles, couples young and old
Cons: Can be pricey if your not careful
Summary: We have been going to Cape May 2-3 times a year for the past 6-7 years. I started going on a recommendation of my sister and now its a habit. I have visited at Christmas time, during spring, fall and yes even the summer. I stayed at motels, hotels and ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 6, 2001
Pros: Sun, Fun, Sand, Surf
Cons: Traffic, Traffic, Traffic, Traffic, Traffic, Traffic, Traffic, and more Traffic!
Summary: in Point Pleasant there is a bar/beach/restaurant known as Martell's. It is one of the places places to be on a Sunday afternoon in the summer in New Jersey. The complex is comprised of a beach, with sand-side waitress service, a bar, a restaurant, a ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 29, 2001
Pros: the waves, the community, the little shops and restaurants
Cons: summer traffic
Summary: Every weekend during the summertime, Philly and Jersey locals abound make a mass exodus toward the New Jersey shore. They call it going "don the shore." Every Friday after 5 pm, car after car piles onto the AC Expressway or on Route 70 through Cherry ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 27, 2001
Pros: Can be inexpensive, fun for all ages
Cons: Not as much fun if it ends up raining while there.
Summary: Every year our family takes a summer vacation to the New Jersey shore. We rent a condo in North Wildwood, the same condo each year. When you are picking out a place to stay two things to look at are how close it is to the beach and how close it is to ... read more
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