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Wonderful Wildwood New JerseyThe Jersey Shore boasts some of the most crowded vacation destinations going. However, one popular resort, The Wildwoods, is truly a happening place and well worth the trip despite the crowds.Much of this venerable beach community took off in the 1950s with the opening up of the Garden State Parkway and the Atlantic City Expressway. Many of the hotels still gracing the area still reflect that fifties look: tail fins, big hair, Elvis, and more. Old hotels with a bit of tackiness to be sure, but still a fun place to check out.The boardwalk is a two mile trek laced with all kinds of stores selling saltwater taffy, t-shirts, trinkets, games, rides, junk food, you name it. If you don't like to walk, tram cars will take you to the end or to any point in between. Soon, you will hear the familiar "watch the tram car" recording emanating from the cars and all you have to do is flag one down, hop on, and you're off. The beach is free, by the way. And, it is very wide particularly by NJ standards. Most people familiar with the Jersey Shore know that many beaches are razor thin. This beach has sand added to it constantly and naturally by compliant tidal waters; it is at least 1/4 mile from boardwalk to surf [in low tide, that is]. Wildwood now boasts a convention center built on the beach and new rides jutting out from its piers. Historic Cape May, home to more than 600 Victorian houses, is only four miles to the South and a great place to visit when you tire of the boardwalk scene. Atlantic City is one hour to the north and is a frequent side trip destination, especially on rainy days. Alternatively, you can also escape to the county zoo for the day in the town of Cape May Court House.The best time to go to the Wildwoods is during July and August as the water temperatures can be too cold before that time. Still, most hotels have outdoor heated pools which you may prefer to salt water.The resort is changing as many old buildings are being torn down and replaced by condos. Preservationists are attempting to maintain the family welcoming theme of the resort, so it remains to be seen what the resort's future will be. In the meantime, grab a beach towel and your sunblock and head over to wonderful, Wildwood, NJ!. .Born and raised in New Jersey, Matt is no stranger to the Jersey Shore having spent summer weeks on Long Beach Island as a child. Later in life, with a family of his own, the Keegans added Wildwood to their itinerary. This summer he hopes to return to Wildwood despite relocating to North Carolina.By: Matthew Keegan Hotels and Resorts Guide Williamsburg Virginia Golf Capital of the East Coast - Williamsburg Virginia: Golf Capital of the East Coast by Elaine VonCannon Williamsburg Virginia is widely known among golf enthusiasts as the golf capital of the East Coast. How Would YOU Like to Have a Travel Buddy Who Knows How to Pickup Girls - Better yet how would YOU like to have a travel buddy who actually holds the World?s Record of the Most Girlfriends. Travelers Logon for Advice Before Booking Travel - Guidebooks and travel magazines are helpful when trying to choose hotels, excursions, or a destination for your next vacation. Discover The Biggest Travel Secret In The World Today And BookA Free Flight - It sounds like a dream doesn't it? Hopping onto a plane and taking a flight to the destination of your choice. Things To Remember Before You Rent A Car - The ubiquity of the internet today means that you can do most things without leaving your desk ? it also means that when making a trip, you can organise your car rental in advance in almost any location in the world, so that when you arrive, you c. more... |
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