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NEW JERSEY OFFERS COUNTLESS THINGS TO ENTICE VISITORS
Located in the northeastern United States, New Jersey is bounded by New York to the north and northeast, the Atlantic Ocean to the east and south and Delaware and Pennsylvania to the west. The state boasts countless things to entice and entertain visitors - here are just some of the reasons your clients should visit New Jersey in 2022
Appalachian National Scenic Trail, which stretches more than 2,180 miles from Georgia to Maine. Book a rafting tour and float downriver at the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Paddle your way through Great Egg Harbour River,
a 􏰀􏰁􏰂-mile river system that flows through Pinelands National Reserve or canoe or kayak the Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River, the largest free-flowing river on the eastern side of the country.
Food
New Jersey is a delight for foodies. Famous for iconic foods such as hoagies, Italian Hot Dogs, Rippers, Port Roll, Tomato Pie and Salt Water Taffie, however it also has a burgeoning food scene which you can explore through trendsetting eateries, artisanal coffee shops or gourmet food stores.
Fascinating history
New Jersey has a long and distin- guished history that dates back far before the American Revolution, in which the state played a pivotal role. You can discover New Jersey’s rich heritage through many of its historical attractions and museums such as New Jersey’s State Museum and Newark Museum or see ‘live history’
in recreated villages such as Historic Cold Springs Village, Allaire Village and Batsto Village.
Alternatively follow the trail that American and French soldiers
took from 1781-1782 during the Revolutionary War whilst exploring the 680-mile Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail.
New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism have created three- and four-day American Revolution
Trip Itineraries, which showcase
the historic sites, memorials and monuments to be found throughout the state.
Shopping
The shopping options in New Jersey are plentiful, from upscale boutiques to bargain-friendly outlets, flea markets and discount malls. With no retail tax on clothing or shoes, be sure to pack light and come home heavy!
Designer items at a fraction of the original cost can be found at the many outlet malls dotted throughout the state, popular ones include The Mills at Jersey Gardens, The Mall at Short Hills and Jackson Premium Outlets which shoppers often visit by bus tours from New York in order to bag a bargain. American Dream is a 3-million-square- foot mall and one of the largest in North America.
To view sample itineraries and to start planning a New Jersey holiday, visit www.visitnj.org
and beyond.
The Great Outdoors
There are over 130 miles of New Jersey beaches to enjoy and over 50 seaside resort towns including Asbury Park, Atlantic City and Cape May. The soft shoreline stretches from the top of Sandy Hook to the tip of Cape May Point and there is a beach for everyone - families can enjoy Long Beach
Island and Point Pleasant and surfers and boogie boarders ride the surf at Manasquan. For a more low-key beach outing, Avalon, Ocean Grove, Spring Lake or Cape May are where to head. A more hipster vibe can be enjoyed at Asbury Park which features one of the best beaches in the state.
A host of outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round in the state of New Jersey. Top tips include hiking along the New Jersey portion of the
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