by VisitNJShore | Feb 4, 2015 | Family, History
Behind our summer barbecues lies a primeval gender tussle for power as man struggles to dominate this summer ritual. A new survey commissioned by Calor found that whilst it is accepted by both sexes that men own the barbecue territory and do the majority of cooking,...
by VisitNJShore | Feb 4, 2015 | Family, History, Recreation
Located in Atlantic City New Jersey, the Absecon Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in New Jersey, and the third tallest in the United States.The story of the Absecon Lighthouse begins nearly a decade before its actual construction. Dr. Jonathan Pitney, a man who is...
by VisitNJShore | Jan 29, 2015 | Cape May, New Jersey, History, On a Budget
The wreckage of the concrete Steamship Atlantus has become one of the most popular tourist attractions along the Jersey Shore. Every year thousands of tourists visit the Atlantus’ final resting place at Cape May Point. The History of the S.S. (Steam Ship)...
by VisitNJShore | Jan 23, 2015 | Atlantic City, New Jersey, History
Atlantic City – Rolling Chairs June 26th, 1870 was the opening of the first section of wooden boardwalk in Atlantic City. The idea for the walkway came from a railroad conductor who wanted to help keep sand out of hotels and restaurants. While the original eight...
by VisitNJShore | Jan 23, 2015 | Destinations, History, Stone Harbor, New Jersey
Fourth of July Weekend: Ten Things to do in Stone Harbor Situated on the southern portion of Seven Mile Island, Stone Harbor has long been a destination for discerning vacationers who are looking for quality accommodations and amenities while visiting the Jersey...
by VisitNJShore | Jan 23, 2015 | Destinations, History, Secrets of the Jersey Shore, Wildwood, New Jersey
The Story of Morey’s Piers If you are visiting Wildwood, don’t miss Morey’s Piers — an amazing amusement park with five different parts located on three piers. The amusement park was established in 1969 by brothers Bill and Will Morey. The original...
