Let AboutNewJersey.com show you New Jersey through our own online travel show called "Exploring New Jersey with Laura Crockett". Through five to ten minute videos, AboutNewJersey, along with your host Laura Crockett, showcase various attractions throughout NJ.
Transportation
So you decided to come out to check out New Jersey - now how do you get around? Need to know where the ferries are? How to take NJ Transit? What about the Turnpike and Garden State Parkway - this is the place to look.
New Jersey Online Store
Check out our online store where you can find a wide selection of New Jersey related items for yourself or as a gift, If you're planning out that great NJ vacation, then make sure you don't miss our selection of recommended NJ travel books!
Event Guide
Trying to figure out what to do this weekend? Then check out AboutNewJersey.com's Event Guide. This NJ Event Guide allows you to search by city, county, date range and event type.
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Fun & Games
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Going to a particular town or county
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Amusement Parks
New Jersey has a huge selection
of amusement parks throughout the state. From parks geared toward
small children such as Storybook Land to the largest regional amusement
Park
in the country
- Six Flags Great Adventure, where you can plummet 215 ft at 80 miles an hour on
Nitro - not to mention the many water parks. There are things for all
age groups and
all interests.
Historical Sites
Come experience the many Historical Attractions found throughout New Jersey, from the
many places where Washington stayed and fought to where Thomas Edison
invented the incandecent lightbulb, the phonograph, movies and so much
more.
Jersey Shore
New Jersey has 127 miles of shoreline.
Come discover the many historic lighthouses, enjoy the excitement of
Atlantic City, Seaside Heights or relax in historic Cape May. Check out
the many wildlife refuges. There is something for everyone on the Jersey
Shore.
Cultural
Come check out the many museums, catch
a play at a theater or learn about the many New Jersey legends - including
the Jersey Devil. Learn about how an entire nation was frightened by
a Halloween radio joke and thought the earth was being invaded by martians.
Outdoor Recreation
Take a walk through one of the many
acres of our various state parks or just relax and go birdwatching. Hunting
is also available, as is kayaking, horsebacking riding and many other
activities.
Come explore the wilderness of New Jersey - from the mountains
in the north to the million+ acre Pine Barrens in the south to the wildlife
refuges along the Jersey Shore.
Sports
New Jersey has numerous professional
and minor league sports - as well as recreational sports you can take
part in. From golf to baseball to lacrosse - New Jersey has something
for everyone.
Interested in catching a game
while in New Jersey? Check out the New Jersey Devils - 3 time Stanley
Cup Champions
at the Meadowlands or the minor league baseball teams such as the Lakewood
Blue Claws. Interested in seeing a lacrosse game? We have TWO professional
teams.
NJ Restaurant and Lodging Guide
If you're looking for a restaurant in NJ or a NJ hotel, or even a great B&B in Cape May, then check out our NJ Restaurant and lodging guides. On the NJ Restaurant guide, you can find pizzerias, fine dining, steak houses, as well as famous NJ diners. This is all searchable by city, county and cuisine type.
On our NJ Hotel & Lodging Guide, you can find anything from world class hotels, to romantic B&Bs to over 80 NJ campgrounds. For over 200 hotels, you can even book your stay right through AboutNewJersey.com.
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The Georgian Court Bridge Club -
Lakewood , Ocean County
About 4.7 miles from Bricktown June 28; July 19, 26; August 2, 9
(Mondays);
Relieve stress the old-fashioned way by playing cards with friends. Bridge is a trick-taking card game of skill and chance. Form a partnership in the Mansion like the Goulds did. This free event, sponsored by the Lofty Pines Society, includes six sessions and hours of fun. GCU is a member of the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL).
Justin Townes Earle -
Lakewood , Ocean County
About 4.7 miles from Bricktown Saturday, August 28, 2010
Within the first song on Justin Townes Earle’s second album Midnight at the Movies, you just know you’re hearing something special and that you are party to an artist on the creative ascendancy. Midnight at the Movies is held firm by Justin’s astonishing vision and conviction, yet roams o’er the vast landscape of American music without so much as a stumble.
Forever Plaid -
Lakewood , Ocean County
About 4.7 miles from Bricktown Aug 4, 7 & 8
One of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory, this deliciously goofy revue centers on four male singers killed in a car crash in 1964, and now miraculously revived for the chance to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that never was. Musical favorites include "Three Coins in the Fountain," "No, Not Much,” "Rags to Riches," "Love is a Many-Splendored Thing" and many more!
Strand School of the Arts, Summer Theater Workshops -
Lakewood , Ocean County
About 4.7 miles from Bricktown July 12 – August 6th (Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri)
Our Summer Theater Workshops or children and teens offer the chance to learn from pros, meet new friends, and improve their skills in acting, singing and much more.
Open Mic Night -
Howell , Monmouth County
About 6.6 miles from Bricktown Last Saturday Of Every Month
A Family Oriented Open Mic Night Featuring Local Musicians. Present by the Southard Grange
September
Open Mic Night -
Howell , Monmouth County
About 6.6 miles from Bricktown Last Saturday Of Every Month
A Family Oriented Open Mic Night Featuring Local Musicians. Present by the Southard Grange
October
Open Mic Night -
Howell , Monmouth County
About 6.6 miles from Bricktown Last Saturday Of Every Month
A Family Oriented Open Mic Night Featuring Local Musicians. Present by the Southard Grange
November
Open Mic Night -
Howell , Monmouth County
About 6.6 miles from Bricktown Last Saturday Of Every Month
A Family Oriented Open Mic Night Featuring Local Musicians. Present by the Southard Grange
Hotel is in close proximity to several beach locations, casinos and amusement parks. All rooms offer free wireless high-speed Internet. There is a sundeck for sunning or just viewing the beautiful grounds.
This Lakewood, New Jersey hotel was voted 'Best Hotel in Ocean County for 2007' for its amenities and convenient location to the Jersey Shore, Six Flags® Great Adventure and the First Energy Park. Welcome to the Best Western Leisure Inn where convenient location, superb amenities and an affordable price are top priorities. Situated in the heart of Lakewood, New Jersey the Best Western Leisure Inn was voted 'Best Hotel in Ocean County for 2007'. Hotel guests will find themselves just minutes fro
Walking distance to shops and restaurants. New Jersey shores nearby. Great Adventure 15 minutes. RENOVATED: 7/98 Must have 1 adult 21 years or older in each room.
Welcome to the Spring Lake Travelodge. A one story courtyard style resort. All of our rooms are tastefully decorated with amenities that include refrigerators, 27' TV's with Expanded Cable & HBO, Coffee maker and more. We offer the largest outdoor swimming pool (36x60) in the area which is centered in and around our grassy courtyard picnic/barbeque/fun area. We are centrally located for easy access to many major highway, such as: Garden State Parkway, I-195, Rte. 34, 35, 70, 71, 18, and 1
Free coffee and pastry. Handicap rooms. Cable/satallite TV. Less than 10 miles to historic beaches and horse racing parks. Located near corporate and industrial parks,and Naval Weapons Center. Fort Monmouth 9 miles. All roomtypes newly renovated. Free local and long distance calls through out the U.S. only.
Crystal Inn
Hotel/Motel
706 Rt. 35 (on the Asbury Circle)
Neptune NJ 07753
Welcome to the Crystal Inn of Neptune, NJ where we strive to make your stay as comfortable and pleasant as possible. The best motel in Neptune and surrounding municipalities is centrally located at the intersection of Route 66 and Route 35. Stay with us and find yourself close to the sunny Jersey Shore beaches of Belmar, Six Flags Great Adventure, numerous shopping malls, and nightlife venues. The Crystal Inn has 61 clean and comfortable rooms comprised of 30 rooms with Queen-size beds, 15 room
* Jersey Shore Medical Center- 1 mile * PNC Art Center - 15 miles * Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Safari- 20 miles * Keansburg Amusement Park- 25 miles * 71 Factory Outlet Stores- 20 miles * Monmouth Park Racetrack- 10 miles * American Ice Hockey Rink- 3 miles * Jersey Shore Beaches- 5 miles * Monmouth College & Eagle Navy Base- 5 miles * Asbury Park- 3miles * Seaview Mall- 3 miles * Walmart- 2 miles * Monmouth Shore Corporate Center- 3 miles
Residence Inn by Marriott Neptune at Gateway Centr
The Residence Inn by Marriott Neptune at Gateway Centre welcomes you to The Crossroads of the Jersey Shore! We are the leading extended stay hotel for project teams, training, relocations, temporary or corporate housing, and vacationing families.
