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The Wildwoods in New Jersey

April 5th, 2009 No comments

Have you visited Wildwood, NJ lately? Wildwood was voted the most popular beach in New Jersey last year! In fact, Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood made the top ten list also! They took first, second and fourth place in the top ten!

When choosing Wildwood, many families choose it due to the hugely popular Wildwood boardwalk, which is overflowing with rides, games, food and entertainment. Whether youre looking for a great Philly cheese steak, pizza or ice cream, youll find it on the boardwalk.

You cant go to the Wildwood boardwalk without visiting Morey’s Piers. They are known for the wild and fun roller coasters as well as the place for rides for small children. Theres truly something for every age range. You can bring your younger children and teens to the same place, and everyone is happy!

Feet tired? The Wildwood tram will carry you from one of the super long boardwalk to the other. For a small fee, you can hop on board this 60 year old iconic tram and take in the sites, or save your feet from hiking the length of the boardwalk from one end to the other.

Looking for a great beach? The Wildwood beaches not only offer large clean beaches, but youll also find they are free! What, free beaches in New Jersey? Yes, there are a few left, and Wildwood has miles of free, clean beaches for you to play on.

No matter what kind of outdoor activity youre looking for, youll find lots of fun options in the Wildwoods. Youll find dolphin watching tours, bike riding, water sports and more.

Wildwood also offers a huge choice of accommodations. With wall to wall condos, hotels and beach rentals, theres something to meet every price range. This huge selection helps keep prices down, and makes the Wildwoods an affordable family vacation.

The Wildwoods are known having a retro feel, with their Doo Wop style, and retro architecture. Youll find lots of bright and bold colors, along with playful sweeping designs. Did you know you can even find a Doo Wop museum and tour in Wildwood?

New Jersey has a great summer playground in the Wildwoods. If youre looking for an active and fun family getaway, consider Wildwood, NJ.

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Beach Haven New Jersey Hotels

April 2nd, 2009 No comments

Beach Haven, New Jersey makes a great vacation spot for your family. I grew up coming here, and I’m taking my kids today! If you’re looking for a great place to visit, Long Beach Island has something for everything. This 18 mile island is a jewel off the coast of New Jersey.

Beach Haven is a popular summer vacation area, so there’s always a demand for Beach Haven hotels. They sit right in the middle of the action. One of the great things about Beach Haven is the non-commercialized feel. While there’s plenty of activities, you won’t find a board walk or franchises here. It’s all about small business and family friendly shops and fun.

Another thing I love about the area, is the large selection of LBI hotels and motels. Honestly, there’s something for every price range, which keeps Long Beach Island affordable for families. While Beach Haven is the most well known town on LBI, be sure to check out the full island, which is full of activity.

The Barnegat Lighthouse is a landmark that needs to be seen! Did you know it’s been a part of Long Beach Island for 150 years? This lighthouse was recently relit! This is one landmark you’ll want to add to your list of sites to see.

With a large selection of things to do, it’s not figuring out what to do, but what to do first when you visit LBI. Which will you choose first- saltwater fishing, swimming, dining, shopping, arcades, mini golf, or even making crafts? There’s truly something for everyone.

Beach Haven makes a great day trip, but you really can’t enjoy the full feel of Long Beach Island in one day. Grab a hotel or motel, and stick around for a few days. You’ll be glad you did. There’s hotel choices for all budgets, and in many different areas on the island.

I love seafood! What about you? There are so many great restaurant choices to get delicious seafood. Whether it’s clam chowder, lobster, scallops, shrimp or fish, you’ll have a hard time deciding where to eat first!

Surfing is alive and well on LBI. You’ll find surf shops in Beach Haven along with other towns along the island. You can pick up some gear, sign up for some surfing lessons, and enjoy the waves in style. You’ve secretly always wanted to learn to surf, haven’t you? Why not finally learn? .

Be sure to set aside enough time so you can enjoy everything Beach Haven, New Jersey has to offer. Enjoy the sparkling clean beaches during the day, and then grab some delicious chow in the evening. Next why not go dancing, or play in the arcades, or go shopping….well, you get the idea! There’s so much to choose, you’ll never have a dull moment.

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Getting on a Bermuda Cruise

February 23rd, 2009 1 comment

The island of Bermuda has many charms and is a terrific destination for water sports, golf, and historic sights or just lazing on the pink sands. Several companies offer cruises to Bermuda, so you get a great vacation on a luxury cruise ship and on the island. By the time you reach your destination at Kings Wharf, you will feel pampered and rested.

Norwegian Cruises run a 7-Night cruise from New York City on board the Norwegian Dawn, a ship with a choice of 12 restaurants, 9 bars and lounges and 3 swimming pools to relax in. There is also a fitness center and spa, a theatre and a casino.

The Royal Caribbean line has years of experience in the cruise industry and their Bermuda cruises combine an elegant lifestyle on ship with sightseeing on the way to the island. The 5-Night Bermuda Cruise goes from Baltimore, Maryland on the Grandeur of the Seas, a ship that deserves its name. Passengers can enjoy the spa, and a selection of six whirlpools. For the more active, there is an outdoor running track.

Another 5-Night Royal Caribbean cruise leaves from Cape Liberty, New Jersey. The ship is the Explorer of the Seas and it is one of the largest ones in the fleet with a capacity for 3,114 guests. In addition to the usual amenities, there is an ice skating rink and a rock climbing wall. The ship is also proud host to the University of Miami Ocean Lab, a facility for the study of oceanography.

The 6-Night Carnival Cruise Line cruise to Bermuda is on board the Carnival Miracle, which departs from New York City. Passengers can visit Newport, Rhode Island on route and enjoy the cruiser’s casino, spa and nightclubs.

The Costa Cruises Line organizes cruises from Quebec, calling in at Charlottetown, Boston, New York City and Port Canaveral on the way to Bermuda. This cruise to Bermuda is for 13 nights and is on board the Italian ship, Costa Atlantica.

There are plentiful sightseeing and leisure opportunities for passengers once their ship has docked. The largest city is Hamilton, where there are several museums and examples of fine architecture. The Anglican Cathedral is well worth a visit and there are lots of shops and markets to browse in. The former presence of the Royal Navy has left behind several forts to explore and there are beaches to watch the world go by. St. George is a small town that has historic sights and an interesting past, being the former capital of the island.

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Transform Your Home Into a Bed and Breakfast

January 15th, 2009 1 comment

Guests are coming, and you want to make their stay truly special, so take a cue from those seasoned hospitality experts — innkeepers. Here is a quartet of ideas that will transform your home into a bed and breakfast.

The first step is to create a cozy guest room. At Casa Laguna Inn & Spa in Laguna Beach, California, guests enjoy a room with plenty of amenities, from the fluffy robes to the luxuriously made beds to the CD and DVD players. Your house might not be quite as opulent, but you can still top the bed with soft linens, fluffy comforters and plenty of good pillows. A basket of toiletries is a thoughtful touch, offering easily forgotten items such as toothpaste or hair spray. You can even include a selection of books, magazines, CDs and DVDs. A bouquet of fresh flowers will make your guests feel especially welcome.

The guest bath is another important spot to consider. Guests at Beazley House, a Napa inn with plenty of amenities, enjoy baths stocked with luxurious Turkish towels and specialty bath products, as well as practical items such as a hair dryer. While you don’t have to spend a fortune, keep your guest bath stocked with fresh shampoo, conditioner and maybe some bath salts or bubbles. Adding some interesting wall art or perhaps an antique glass for a toothbrush holder are other easy options that make a big impact.

Now that you have dealt with the “bed” portion of the equation, it’s time to create the perfect breakfast. You don’t have to be a gourmet cook to create a great breakfast. Simply setting a beautiful table will make the morning meal a special occasion. At the Fairthorne B&B, a charming Cape May, New Jersey inn, the staff sets the breakfast table with lovely tablecloths and fine china. You can even light some candles to really make the meal special. Following Fairthorne’s lead you could serve a breakfast beginning with home-baked muffins or coffee cake, followed by an entre. You could also add a fresh fruit course. If your guests are light eaters, set out a small buffet with fresh fruit, toasting breads and don’t forget gourmet coffee and selection of good teas.

If you really want to impress your guests, consider the opulent addition of an afternoon tea. At the Captain’s House Inn in Chatham, Massachusetts, inn guests are treated to a cream tea either in the dining room or on the patio. The special afternoon teas at this Cape Cod inn include a selection of gourmet teas, as well as freshly baked scones, cookies and cakes. For your in-home tea, consider using china and offering several kinds of loose teas. If time is a consideration, purchase some goodies from a local bakery. Other easy options include offering some freshly baked cookies with iced tea or lemonade or perhaps some wine and snacks in the early evenings.

For more ideas on how to transform your home into a bed & breakfast-style retreat, visit iLoveInns.com. You’ll find listings for 19,000 boutique hotels, country inns and B&Bs, as well as informative travel articles and even hundreds of innkeeper-tested recipes. If you are searching for a great, easy gift idea, iLoveInns offers printable gift certificates, which can be used at the inns in this article, as well as thousands more.

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New Jersey: The New Meaning Of Outdoor Adventure

December 19th, 2008 No comments
by Alix Montoya

Thinking of an outdoor adventure near home? Why not try the Garden State? When it comes to adventures of the nature kind, New Jersey has some exciting finds to offer. It gives you and your family the same enjoyment without having to travel half way across the country. Whatever your taste for adventure is, New Jersey’s diverse ecological wonders are sure to tickle your fancy.

You can try the ten mile long island between the historical Barnegat Bay and the amazing Atlantic and get your fix of sunset picnics on the beach or hitch a ride on the back of a dolphin with your snorkels. The Island Beach State Park boasts more than three thousand acres of pure beach adventures and activities for saltwater fishing trips or just overall family fun.

Watch whales swim around the deep blue and let their majestic forms take your breath away. New Jersey’s Atlantic shoreline is no longer just for the myriads of trade ships heading to its commercial ports, it also offers plenty of boat rides to let the mariner inside experience the whales on a whole new level. Don’t just take your friend’s word for it. Try it for yourself and you’re set for a sight you won’t soon forget.

Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge just one of the many national parks and wildlife reserves that offer its camping grounds for an outdoor adventure in the lively woods and great mountains. Hike through the woods and follow the many trails that take you to places you couldn’t imagine was in your backyard all along. New Jersey is the place to be for outdoor enthusiasts.

You can strap your skis for a skiing adventures in the snow counties or pedal a path through unexplred woods and mountainlands, the abundance of activities never end for both you and New Jersey. Go fishing in the rivers that flow to the Atlantic and share salmons with the bears or ride your canoe to meet the ocean. New Jersey is the ideal place to get a natural vacation.

Lying between two bustling metropolis, New Jersey is not just your average center for commerce with a great service economy. Just look a little closer and you’ll find that this little state has more to offer adventurers than what meets the eye.

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