Ocean Drive
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New Jersey's 127 miles of beachfront properties rival those of many traditional vacation destinations like California or Florida. And our Garden State Parkway is one of the longest "Ocean Drives" in the nation, with beach and bay towns all along the southern exits. Below you will find the full list of places to visit compliments of New Jersey Monthly and their handy guide "Ultimate Beach Chart" covering destinations that stretch from Sandy Hook down to Cape May. Check out their web site for cool tips for both sunny and rainy days. Be sure to also check out the Jersey Shore Virtual Guides: NewJerseyShore.com, VirtualNJshore.com, JerseyShore-online.com, NewJerseyVisitorsNetwork.com, YourPlayTherapy.com or VisitNJ.org for additional info.



Exit #117: Sandy Hook
beach + 5 mile path for walking, running, skating or biking. Sandy Hook Lighthouse might also be of interest, America's oldest surviving lighthouse with free tours seven days a week during the summer.
www.nps.gov/gate

Exit #S-117 or #N-105: Sea Bright
beach + grab a bite at the boathouse deck at McLoone's Riverside Dining, 816 Ocean Ave. Other attractions include Brahma Yoga Spa, 1050 Ocean Ave.
www.seabrightnj.org

Exit #105: Monmouth Beach
check out live beach cam: Surfline.com also check out Sally Tee's Grille, 33 West Street featuring everything from New York style deli to the sushi bar, and a "Fagedaboudit Lounge"
www.monmouthbeach.us

Exit #105: Long Branch
beach + surf, fish or stroll on the beach at SEven Presidents Oceanfront Park with a playground for the kids, volleyball courts and a snack bar. Also check out Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club, 1 Ocean Blvd.
www.longbranch.org

Exit #S-105 or #N-98: Deal
beach + check out the volleyball action at Conover Pavilion located at the foot of Phillips Ave, also be sure to browse the "Gallery on Grant" at the Ruth Hyman Jewish Community Center with exhibits featuring and selling artwork.
www.dealborough.com

Exit #S-102 or #N-100A: Asbury Park
beach + check out blues, jazz, bluegrass, folk and swing music at the fourth annual "Guitarbecue Festival" at Bradley Park in July 7/8. Also check out a live show at the Stone Pony, 913 Ocean Ave where Bruce Springsteeen and Bon Jovi got their start.
www.cityofasburypark.com

Exit #S-100B or #N100: Ocean Grove
beach + explore a historic district during the Historical Society's walking tours on Wenesdays and Fridays at 1pm or Saturdays at 11am this June through September. Also check out the floriography exhibit at the Centennial Cottage, Central Ave and McClintock.
www.oceangrove.org

Exit #S-100B or #N-100A: Bradley Beach
beach + try your hand at bocce - the courts are located on 4th Avenue at the Boardwalk. Also check out the indoor version at Brunswick Bradley Beach Bowl, 1217 Main Street, be sure to bring your own bocce balls.
www.bradleybeachonline.com

Exit #S-100B or #N-100A: Avon
beach + learn water ballet at the Department of Recreation or Suba diving at Divers Two, 1 Main Street. Also check out East Coast Pilates and Yoga at 40 Main Street.
www.avon-by-the-sea.com

Exit #98: Belmar
beach + check out concerts on Friday featuring a variety of local talent at the Pyanoe Plaza on Main Street during June, July and August. You could also feast on seafood from lobster to alligator sausage at the 21st Annual New Jersey Seafood Festival at the Silver Lake Park and Ocean Ave June 9/10.
www.belmar.com

Exit #98: Spring Lake
beach + linger downtown every fourth Friday where the shops downtown offer special events. For wine connoisseurs and wannabes alike, check out free wine tastings at the Bottle Shop 1400 Third Ave, every Saturday from 3 to 5pm.
www.springlakeboro.org

Exit #98: Sea Girt
beach + run the Sea Girt 5k on August 5th, live music, rock-climbing wall and an obsticle course will be among many festivities offered. Also be sure to stop by the Parker House, a victorian home with a restaurant, bar, live music, games and a dance club.
www.seagirtboro.com

Exit #S-98 or #N-90: Manasquan
beach + pedal the Manasquan Bike Trail through the Allaire State Park. For kids the Algonquin Art's Summer Stage might be of interest, featuring a half-day camp that includes classes in playwriting, acting voice, music, and dance: algoquinarts.com
www.manasquan-nj.com

Exit #S-98 or N-90: Point Pleasant Beach
beach + bait a hook aboard the Sea Devil NJ Party Boat, 405 Channel Dr. where the crew teaches all ages how to fish. Explore Jenkinson's Aquarium on the Boardwalk which is open year round, rain or shine.
www.pointpleasantbeach.org

Exit #S-98 or #N-90: Bay Head
beach + windsurfing, kiteboarding and surf kayaking at the Bay Head Trading Co. 520 Main Ave. Also enjoy the ocean-inspired art at Bay Head's galleries on Mount Street and Bridge Avenue.
www.bayhead.org

Exit #82: Lavallette
beach + grab a bite to eat at the Bayside Cafe, 607 Bay Blvd. If you enjoy classical tunes, hear piano music at the Crab's Claw Inn, 601 Grand Central Ave weekdays at 1pm.
www.lavalletteboro.com

Exit #82: Seaside Heights
beach + excellent cheesesteak at the Midway Steakhouse along the Seaside's mile-long boardwalk featuring games for kids of all ages and plush prizes to be won. Like Jazz? Check out the French Quarter vibe played at Fat Cat's, 406 Blvd.
www.seaside-heightsnj.org

Exit #82: Seaside Park
beach + cool down with an ice cream cone from Charlie's Ice Cream, 800 Central Ave, relax to live jazz performances too.
www.seasideparknj.org

Exit #82: Island Beach
beach + enjoy a self-guided tour along the eight trails marked with exhibits. Stop by the Emily DeCamp Herbarium in the Forked River Interpretive Center to check out over 400 of the island's plants.
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/island.html

Exit #63: Barnegat Light
beach + Viking Village, at 19th and Bayview Aves with its dock tours and hosting antique and craft shows for the landlubbers. Check out Old Barney - the town's trademark red-and-white lighthouse which coincidentally is the second tallest in the country.
www.barnlight.com

Exit #63: Loveladies
beach + check out some Aussie life guards in action mate, Long Beach Island Beach Partrol participates in lifeguard exchange program with Australia, be sure to say g'day! Stop by Plantation Restaurant and Bar for a cocktail at 7908 Long Beach Blvd in Harvey Cedars.
www.lbtbp.com


Exit #63: Harvey Cedars
beach + learn about some of the great storms of the Jersey Shore on July 12th in the 80th Street Firehouse where many other community events are hosted.
www.harveycedars.org

Exit #63: Surf City
sunny-day heaven featuring both ocean and bay beaches plus numerous playgrounds and basketball courts to use near Division Ave and South First Street. BYOB to the Yellowfin, 104 Long Beach Blvd for seafood in an upscale setting.
www.surfcitybeachpatrol.com

Exit #63: Ship Bottom
beach + romantic atmosphere in the gazebo at Sunset Point Gardens, 13th through 16th along the bayside. Taste award-winning Manhattan clam chowder at family-friendly Greenhouse Cafe, 6th St at Long Beach Blvd.
www.shipbottom.org

Exit #63: Beach Haven
beach + Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 7th Street for the whole family to enjoy some magic, featuring illusions and reptiles to pet. The Long Beach Island Museum on Engleside and Beach AVes hosts tours, music, fairs and events all summer long.
www.newjerseybeachhaven.com

Exit #38: Brigantine
beach + check out dolphins play at the sea wall on the north end of Brigantine Ave, 7th St to 14th St North. The Marine Mammal Strading Center, 3625 Brigantine Blvd cares for injured ocean creatures which could be seen up close, be sure to get a souvenier at the gift shop.
www.brigantinebeachnj.com

Exit #38B: Atlantic City
beach + a historic 4 mile long boardwalk for biking and walking. Don't miss "The Show" one of the largest water fountain displays at a mall, and don't forget to spend or win some money at the casinos!
www.atlanticcitynj.com

Exit #38: Ventnor
beach + many tennis courts at the South Suffolk and Atlantic Aves. Indulge a sweet-tooth at Jagielky's Homemade Candies 51158 Ventnor Ave.
www.ventnorcity.org

Exit #36: Margate
beach + Lucy! No not I Love Lucy, Lucy but a six-story wood and tin elephant at 9200 Atlantic Avenue. Grab a table at Tomatoes, 9300 Amherst Ave a chic restaurant on the bay side.
www.margate-nj.com

Exit #36: Longport
beach + tennis or basketball at the Longport Recreational Complex, 3498 Atlantic Avenue. The Longport Historical Society, 2301 Atlantic Avenue features many exhibits about history of Longport

Exit #S-30 or #N-25: Ocean City
beach + 140 foot ferris wheel on the Boardwalk and 6th St, check out movies on the Boardwalk featuring "Rainy Day Marinees" when the weather gets sloppy.
www.njoceancity.com

Exit #S-17 or #N-14: Sea Isle City
beach + Sea Isle Historical Museum , 4208 Landis Ave displays an expensive exhibit of postcards, from the early 1900's.
www.seaislecity.org

Exit #13: Avalon
beach + putt your way through pirate ships, caves, and waterfalls at the Pirate Island Miniature Golf, 27th St at Dune Dr. Stop by the Community Hall, 3001 Avalon Ave for arts and crafts, Mon/Wed/Fri mornings.
www.avalonboro.org

Exit #10: Stone Harbor
beach + Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary a 21 acre national natural landmark between 2nd and 3rd Aves with over 26 known bird specials to check out.
www.stone-harbor.nj.us

Exit #4B: The Wildwoods
beach + boardwalk and three unique amusement parks featuring the Ocean Oasis Waterpark on Morey's Surfside Pier, kids can cool off and parents can get a massage or snooze in the hammocks. The "Doo Wop Trolley Tour" guides visitors through the 1950's aura of the Wildwood, Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
www.wildwoodsnj.com

Exit #0: Cape May
beach + build a sand castle with the kids, check out the city sponsored Sand Sculpture Contest on August 3rd. Also be sure to check out photography exhibits and educational programs at the Nature Center of Cape May.
www.capemaycity.com

Exit #0: Cape May Point
beach + climb the 199 steps of the Cape May Lighthouse in Cape May Point State Park which features trails, picnic areas and nature walks besides the museum. Catch views of beautiful sail boats, and the setting sun while duning at the Sunset Beach Grill, Sunset Blvd.
www.cmpnj.com



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  The Winter Chill
It aint over till its over... and now is pehaps the best time to go on a winter vacation with amazing deals available at ski lodges and resorts worldwide, for skiers and snowboarders alike. Limo Express proudly serves the local ski resorts in nothwestern New Jersey and upstate New York, we also do long distance trips to the Poconos and the New England area, specifically Vermont as well as transport you to a New York area airport of your choice for those flying to Aspen or the Alps. Call us today to make your winter arrangements: 800.221.2345 we even offer discounts for first time clients and rewards for existing loyal patrons, our gift cards are available as a perfect present for the ski or snowboard lover in your family wishing to utilize our services for their trips.

So whether you're going to Vernon, NJ or Vermont consider us for your next trip, the last thing you should worry about is how to get there instead start thinking of all the fun things you and your family could do. Many ski resorts offer online lift tickets and lodging reservations so please scroll down to the end of this article to get some useful links to a mountain resort of your choice.



While this winter was not the most generous when it comes to the white powder, some areas of the country got really dumped on by mother nature. Now may be the best time for you to consider a winter vacation in Aspen, Colorado with reasonable flight deals available from local airports, like a generous offer on JetBlue from JFK to Denver with plush leather seats, TV's in the headrests with over 36 channels of Direct TV, XM Radio and snack service from friendly stuardesses, I wouldn't mind going myself! For those seeking international adventure, please remember that you now need a US passport for trips even to Canada. But Homeland Security worries aside, you should take a trip to the Alps to appreciate the natural beauty of those classic resorts as with the Global Warming concerns and the melting ice caps, seeing such beauty might be a rare commodity in the next few decades. Go out there and Do something NOW! You can live your mundane life later... Did I mention you can get amazing deals this season? Check out the links below to travel in style for a bargain of the price and be sure to call us for your luxury ground transportation needs, we will be happy to assist you: 800.221.2345



Our spacious Chevy Suburban 4x4 SUV's and Ford Turtle Top Limo Vans will accomodate a party of 6 and 10 passengers respectively in comfort and style. Other vehicles are available for your enjoyment but not all limos are best suited for snow. Check out our vehicles by clicking here: Limo Express Fleet and call to make a reservation: 800.221.2345.

If you have any suggestions please feel free to share by replying with a comment to this article.

Northwest New Jersey:
Mountain Creek
200 Rt 94, Vernon, NJ
Hidden Valley
44 Breakneck Rd, Vernon, NJ

Upstate New York:
Belleayre: Highmount, NY
Brantling Ski: Sodus, NY
Bristol Mountain: Cannandaigua, NY
Cockaigne: Cherry Creek, NY
Dry Hill: Watertown, NY
Gore Mountain: North Creek, NY
Greek Peak: Cortland, NY
Holiday Mountain: Monticello, NY
Holiday Valley: Ellicottville, NY
Holimont Ski Area: Ellicottville, NY
Hunter Mountain: Hunter, NY
Kissing Bridge: Glenwood, NY
Labrador Mountain: Truxton, NY
Maple Ski Ridge: Schenectady, NY
McCauley Mountain: Old Forge, NY
Mt. Peter: Warwick, NY
Peek'n Peak: Findley Lake, NY
Plattekill Mountain: Roxbury, NY
Royal Mountain: Caroga Lake, NY
Snow Ridge: Turin, NY
Song Mountain: Tully, NY
Swain: Swain, NY
Thunder Ridge: Patterson, NY
Titus Mountain: Malone, NY
Toggenburg Mountain: Fabius, NY
Tuxedo Ridge: Tuxedo, NY
West Mountain: Glen Falls, NY
Whiteface Mountain: Wilmington, NY
Willard Mountain: Greenwich, NY
Windham Mountain: Windham, NY
Woods Valley: Westernville, NY

Pennsylvania:
Ski PA
Pocono Ski
Camelback Mountain, Tannersville, PA

Vermont:
Ski Vermont
Bromley Mountain, Peru, VT
Killington Mountain, Killington, VT
Stowe Mountain Resort, Stowe, VT
Sugarbush Resort, Warrent, VT
Okemo Mountain, Ludlow, VT

Colorado:
Colorado Ski
Colorado Ski Country
Rocky Mountain Skiing
Aspen Snowmass, Aspen, CO

Canada:
Ski Ontario
Stoneham & Mont Sainte Anne, Quebec
Mont Tremblant Ski Resort, Quebec
Ski and Snowboarding, Quebec City

Europe:
Ski the Alps in:
- France
- Italy
- Austria
- Switzerland
Ski Europe
Ski Switzerland

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  South Florida
Visit the home away from home for genuine New Yorkers. Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, Spring Break or Super Bowl, sunny South Florida is the place to visit when its freezing cold in the Northeast! Limo Express proudly serves all of the New York City metropolitan airports including Newark Liberty International, La Guardia, JFK International, and Teterboro. We even service the remote airports for Bergen County residents choosing to fly out of Newburgh, Westchester or Islip. Taking a train? No problem we service the New York City Pennsylvania, Newark Penn Station and Metropark in Iselin as well. Call us today to make your Airport transportation reservations and be sure to enquire about our new Gift Cards, available in any denomination so you can give the gift of travel to someone special: 800.221.2345

Going to the Super Bowl this February? Congratulations, but I encourage you to make bigger plans than just a few hour ball game. Take the time to tour the three of the hippest counties in Florida. Check out West Palm Beach with its beautiful Golf Courses. Stop by the Mitzner Park in Boca Raton for some upscale shops, fine restaurants and an outdoor cinema experience. Try your luck at the Seminole Casino in Hollywood or party at Riverwalk along the Las Olas Boulevard in downtown Ft. Lauderdale, the Spring Break destination of choice for many college students in Broward County. Or be sure to explore Miami-Dade County from its Art Deco district in South Beach to the Alligator Alley and Billie Swamp tours out in the Everglades there's much to do for the whole family. Of course it wouldn't be a true vacation if you don't check out the gold coast beaches, catch some rays in the dead of winter and take a dip at the heated pools that just about any reputable hotel has on its property. Some of the best views of Miami can be seen from the water, I would recommend the Star Island tour you can catch from the Bayside Market on the Liberty Queen, where the boat comes within feet of multi-million dollar mansions of some of the best known people and celebrities from around the world that call Miami home.



For the adventurous types like myself you might want to take the three hour drive down to Key West but keep in mind the trip itself is incredibly boring. Once you get there though you definitely should take a picture with the Southernmost point landmark on Duval St. If you choose to explore the Carribean by Sea than Miami and Fort Lauderdale ports will serve you right with daily cruises to the Bahamas and other exotic destinations. The possibilities are endless and now is the perfect time to go. You don't need to go far though to enjoy the diversity of Miami, SoBe: South Beach the other Spring Break destination for college kids from all over the world, is a party magnet. Whenever you're not on the beach you'll find yourself strolling along Ocean Drive checking out the many Cafe's on every block. Stay at one of the famous and classic hotels like the Clevelander, or go party at the Mansion Lounge on Washington Ave. Call us today to make your reservations: 800.221.2345



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Some of the best ocean side scenery can be experienced along the coast between the Intercoastal Canal and the Atlantic Ocean from West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beech, Pompano Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Hallandale Beach, North Miami Beach, Miami Beach and Miami. If you're going to the Keys, Key Largo, Tavernier, Islamorada, Marathon and Key West are surrounded by some of natures best scenery. Swimming with the Dolphins, para sailing, snorkeling and jet skiing are also popular activities for your choosing.

If you prefer the view of land from the water, then consider some of the world famous cruises sailing daily from the Ports of Miami and Port Everglades in Ft. Lauderdale. You can catch any one of the famous Celebrity Cruises, Carnival Cruises, Norweigian Cruises or Royal Carribean Cruieses among many local ones to any destination of your choise and for a reasonable price.

Miami is also well known for its sports. If football is not your thing you will probably not be going to the Super Bowl but the Miami Heat basketball is scorching hot now and its just a matter of time before they're going to the next championship. You can even experience some sports that we don't really have in the NYC area like NASCAR. Check out the links below for ideas for your next South Florida vacation.

Useful Links:

Miami-Dade County
Broward County
Palm Beach County
Miami, Florida
Miami Beach, Florida
South Beach

Florida Sports
- NFL: Miami Dolphins
- NBA: Miami Heat
- MLB: Florida Marlins
- NHL: Florida Panthers
- PGA: Professional Golf Association
- LPGA: Ladies Professional Golf Association
- Association of Tennis Professionals
- NASCAR

Official Super Bowl web site
South Florida Super Bowl XLI site

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Billie Swamp Safari
Miccosukee Resort & Gaming

Port of Miami
Port Everglades
Island Queen Cruises

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