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Planning A Cruise Vacation For The Perfect Cruise Experience

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Cruise vacations are one of the most exciting and fun vacations you and your family will ever have. Planning your cruise vacation is the key to making the most of the cruise experience.

Cruise ships are floating hotels that sail through ocean while you enjoy all the hotel’s amenities provided. They have casinos, swimming pools, theaters, restaurants, shopping centers or boutiques, spas, gyms and more.

As great as taking a vacation on cruise ships may seem, you still need to know how to plan a cruise ship vacation properly so you have the perfect cruise experience. You need to know about the different types of packages the cruise lines offer.

When planning a cruise ship vacation you need to know how to choose one that will meet your expectation or tailor to your needs. Here are some guidelines that you can follow to plan your cruise travel and enjoy the perfect cruise experience:

Think of who you want to take with you on your cruise vacation. There are many different packages offered by cruise lines. There are packages for the whole family and there are packages for single travelers.

Will you be taking the cruise vacation with children? Maybe you will take your significant other for a romantic getaway. There are cruise ships that are tailored for children and there are cruise lines that cater to single cruisers and honeymooners. There are even some ships that offer wedding services. What could be better than to get married on the ship and have your honeymoon built in?

Decide how long you want to cruise. If you just want to try it out, opt for a three day cruise. Normally, cruises start at three nights and can go anywhere from seven to fourteen days. But there are also world cruises that can last as long as three months. My advice is if you are going to cruise in Europe you should pick a fourteen day cruise because of the expense and long plane rides to get to your port of embarkation. If you live near a port and you just want to take a long weekend choose of three or four day cruise. Decide what cruise travel is best for you.

Choose the perfect destination for you and your family. Alaska is beautiful but can only be cruised in the summer months. If you live in the colder climes you may want to take a mid winter cruise to the Caribbean or even South America. If you want your cruise travel to be in the Caribbean and you want to spend two weeks on your cruise vacation, choose a line that alternates between the Eastern and Western Caribbean. This cruise vacation takes you to many different islands.

The cruise lines have a variety of destinations to choose from. Visit your cruise travel agent to go over the different itineraries or check out the individual websites of the cruise lines.

Consider the port of departure. Since 9/11 cruises have been emphasizing home port cruising. Now there are many cruises that depart from Bayonne, New Jersey, Galveston, Texas, or Seattle, Washington, not just Miami and Fort Lauderdale.. Depart from the one closest to you and you will save money on expensive airfare.

Speak to a knowledgeable cruise travel agent. Make sure they have personally sailed on many different cruise ships so they can give you an honest opinion on what each cruise line has to offer and which would give you the perfect cruise experience.
A cruise travel agent will also be able to supply you with cruise tips. Scour the cruise reviews for additional cruise tips.

Large cruise lines have a variety of activities and facilities that you can use on the ship. If you like to gamble then choosing a cruise ship with casinos is probably right for you. Or if you are taking your kids with you, a cruise ship that offers activities and facilities for children would be the best choice for your cruise travel. For instance, Disney is, of course, geared toward children but they do not have casinos. So if you are taking the family but you want to gamble steer away from Disney and choose one of the other major cruise lines. Almost all of them have children’s programs. If you don’t want to be on a ship with children sail on one of the fancier lines that don’t cater to children. Here, again, it pays to read as many cruise reviews as you can to pick up additional cruise tips.

Cruise vacations do not necessarily mean that you have to spend all your vacation time onboard. All the cruise ships offer land and shore excursions. The cruise lines offer pre and post cruise land vacations usually for two or three days.

Land excursions are a great way to explore different cultures and destinations when taking a cruise vacation. You can choose from many activities once you reach a port of call. You can go kayaking, scuba diving or go shopping in the markets of the ports of call.

Following these guidelines will give you some ideas on planning your cruise vacation properly. Proper planning will give you a more exciting cruise experience.

Happy Cruising!

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Find Online Travel Deals

Online travel deals are surprisingly easy to find and easier to land. The trick is finding one that suits your purpose. There’s always a cheaper option available. Rather than focusing solely on the economics, it would serve you better to enquire why the deal is so cheap and what you would be foregoing in order to avail the fabulous low prices. Often you might prefer to pay a bit more and enjoy a modicum of comfort and arrive safe.

Travel arrangements from booking airline tickets to fixing an itinerary, hotel accommodation, tickets for various events and venues are done online these days. The more you surf, the more choices you’re faced with. Eleventh hour bookings have become the norm, and there is a whole genre of travel sites focused on this type of clients. This has indeed grown to be a substantial part of online travel arrangements for Canadians.

Most of the major online travel sites for Canadians and Americans, such as Expedia, Travelocity and others, have fantastic package deals that give you more bang for your buck. A Package deal does not mean a group tour, but rather a deal where airline tickets, accommodation, and sometimes even a car rental all are “packaged” together for usually a lower price than you would pay for separately.

The simple secret to getting a good travel deal online is to shop around. Often you can find price differences between sites. If you are willing to do your homework, a better rate can usually be found. Another well known secret is that if you choose to book during off season periods you will definitely get fabulous rates whether it’s airline fare or an amusement park ticket. The use of certain credit cards for online bookings also helps to get discounts, as those adding up those air mile points. If booking your trip last minute is an option, you will usually get a lower price. Be prepared however to be flexible in where you want to go, your first option may not be available.

Booking hotel accommodation online can get you good discounts even at star hotels. Be careful however, some deeply discounted bookings may not be refundable in the event you decide to cancel. Hotwire.com and Priceline.com are both popular discount travel sites that offer attractive discounts on hotel rooms. Referring to itself as the king of online travel, the Priceline’s claim to fame is the “name your own price” where the buyers are free to fix their rates for hotel rooms.

With either company, you pick the price, quality, amenities, and neighborhood you want, but you are not able to choose a specific hotel. With Priceline, you bid on the hotel which meets your needs. You then find out if the price you choose was accepted and if it was, your hotel is booked. In contrast, when using Hotwire, you don’t bid on your hotel and the prices are displayed.

In any case, the deals are out there, more than ever. So get online, do your research and you will find the best deal for you.

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Looking for Cruise deals? Get the best on the internet

When searching online for cruise deals, one of the advantages that you gain is that you can easily compare and get the best bargains at disposal. You can visit certain web sites and check out the prices, ambiance and facilities offered by various cruise lines for the identical destinations and eventually opt for the one which you think is the best option for you.

cruise ship travel is probably the best traveling and holidaying experience you can ever get. The joy of vacationing on a cruise is simply unmatched to anything else, but you need to be cautious while choosing your cruise ship. Though there are travel agencies, which offer to provide attractive cruise deals, but it could be a cumbersome job to make rounds of a travel agency. Moreover, since not every other travel agency has cruise packages to offer, finding your preferred cruises online is the best option available.

There are various travel websites on the internet that provide you with valuable information regarding such deals. One major advantage of searching online for your cruise ship travel is that travel agencies would advertise their deals on such travel websites and since the agency has to pay for advertisements, it would make sure that the deal they advertise is actually the best so that people opt for it. This would save you from the hassle of visiting the travel agency and would bring you the best of the deals right on your computer screen. Furthermore, if you want suggestions on deals from your friends or relatives, you can simply e-mail the page to them.

It is always better to search in a site which is exclusively for cruise deals. Since such sites deal only in cruise travels, they offer the best cruise deals with maximum facilities and affordable prices. Furthermore, such sites which are dedicated only to cruise ship travel, most of the time have special offers running, which you can avail. Usually such sites have columns, wherein you can type in your requirements and the site would find you the best deal within your budget. So, it is always better and beneficial to find cruise packages online. Follow www.cruisedirect.com at https://twitter.com/Cruise_Lines

Cruisedirect extends some of the best cruise lines to make your vacations truly enjoyable and memorable. Also, website lets the vacationers choose from a list of tempting discount cruise ship travel deals including Caribbean cruise deals, Azamara cruise, Disney cruise, Europe, Mexico & various popular destinations.

Travel Deals: “It’s a Garage Sale Out There!” Part II

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Just when I thought we had hit bottom (travel deals, I mean), the rates are getting lower!  I have outlined the best deals I have seen through out the Caribbean, airfare sale and a special Tahiti deal that will blow your mind!

This is a MUST READ if you are thinking of taking the family on vacation between now and next Fall.

There are more kids stay free deals than ever seen before. I also notice the additional costs for upgrading to suites or having connecting rooms are being cut up to 60%!

Another change I notice is the increase in resort and cruise credits.
Cruise ships always made their real profit by what they sell on the ship such as alcohol, clothes, tours, etc. Now more than ever before, the cruise lines are offering up to $300 on board ship credit.

The trend for resorts to also offer credits is growing tremendously. Resort credit used to be something I saw in the low season or an infrequent special. Resort credit can go towards spa, tours, golf, drinks and food if it is not an all inclusive, or simply fun nick knacks.

When you see these credits in the deal, always check what it is for and make sure it is valid on the dates you are going. Once verifies, just think of it like someone handed you cash towards spending money on your vacation.

Here are a few very new amazing deals for families this Spring, Summer & Fall!  Some of these deals have not even been published yet, so take advantage of them and happy traveling!

Caribbean Family Vacations:
I had to check this one a few times because it looked to good to be true, but it is correct:

CheapCaribbean’s 48 hour sale, all inclusive three star resorts for $48 per person, per night. Yes, all inclusive – meals, taxes, drinks, activities, kids activities, etc…many of these resorts allow children under 12 free, so all you have to pay is the airfare!  I would compare the resorts on sale to a nice Holiday Inn, this resort is midway between deluxe and moderate. The deal is for travel from May – June 30, a perfect family trip before summer activites begin.

Check out all of the $48 deals for families! This sale ends 11:59pm Friday, April 3.

Apple Vacations’ Spring Savings Sale! If you do not see your gateway, they may still have it, using the booking engine on the top of the page. It is really cool as you can specify your needs when you begin (airport, amount of people, budget, amount of nights, etc) and that will reflect every deal you click on. This eliminates the irritating task of having to fill out your information over and over to shop around. The lead pricing is $459+: 60% off: All-Inclusives w/Air.

Apple Vacations charters their own planes, so the airfare is very reasonable. The add-ons for different gateways are reasonable as well.  $499 per adult for 3 nights all inclusive five-star resort including airfare, two kids under 12 stay and fly for $199 per child!  Not interested in the all inclusive, ok, there are resort deals for $599.99 including 7 night resort stay and airfare!

Future Vacations is running my favorite kind of deal – up to $300 in Spa and/or Golf Credit! Ahhh, I would have no problem using up that Spa Credit! The resort is Cancun Palace, a Four-Star beachfront, all inclusive. I stayed here years ago and it was ok, a bit run down and a little big for my taste. Now the resort has had a fuill make over, ready to impress.

The make over includes a redesigned pool, modern spa, five fine dining restaurants, six bars including two swim up bars and a Kid’s Club. All rooms have a double Jacuzzi, balcony, first class amenities and 24 hr room service. 24hr room service at an all inclusive is the coolest – you can feed the midnight munchy attack without having to worry about exhorbanent hotel bills!

BookIt.com, one of the best web sites I have found for extra amenities and all sorts of goodies is running a Dominic Republic All Inclusive Sale. All Inclusive start from $59 per person, per night with tons of kids free deals, room upgrades and more.

Airfare sale:

American Airlines has a major sale domestic right now with travel through August 14. Airfares are starting at $49 each way. What is extra special about this sale is tround trip is not required. So if you want to fly somewhere and go back rfom a different gateway, you dont have to deal with all of the extra charges. For a listing of all the gateways and prices, click here.

The top value of the week (drum roll…)

Tahiti – the trip of a life time, suddenly became more affordable. Air Tahiti Nui is also offering slashed rates and free air from Los Angeles for kids! Add-ons from other cities are reasonable.  The feature sale is $1698/per adult+: Air, Breakfast & 5nts Manava Suite Resort Tahiti- there are other options, more nights – this is the lead rate (best deal) and it is specifically designed for family vacations!

Happy traveling!

You can view all of these deals by clicking here
If you have any questions regarding travel, email me

Choosing Best Majorca Holiday Deals Online

Choosing a travel site can be very difficult with the number of options that are available today. Life can be simple if you want it to be and you can choose a site that gives you elaborate holiday vacations in one place. Times have changed, today instead of going through agents and brochures you can search online. Google has changed the world we live in; you can use the wealth of information to select the perfect holiday spot.

I would personally recommend the luxury-holidays as could not have asked for more. Travel indeed is a tonic and it is the ideal way to rejuvenate your stressful lives. We are so busy with the work and home lives that we hardly can think of relaxing. What is more important and crucial nowadays is that the trip fits in your budget. The recession has taken a toll on many lives and many among us are living on stringent budgets. But sometimes the stress can be taxing on the family and hence you need to take a leave to help brighten things for you.

Now you can get the deals at competitive prices and avail greatest savings on the most luxurious holidays and vacation packages worldwide. Be it beaches, paradise getaways, honeymoon spots, spas they have it all combined in a package that works for you. You can stay in brilliant 4 and 5 star hotels to choose from at a fraction of the price they would normally cost. You can relax sit back and get a close view of nature. Imagine sitting and having a soothing spa and enjoing the delicious buffet of Mediterranean food. Food, dine, scenic view, spas, water baths what else can you ask for.

You can avail the offers and get 60% off in flight rates as well. They can afford to offer you affordable rates as they have tie ups with major airlines. these companies own a several to hundreds of Luxury resorts that are normally only on offer if you pay thousands to only be able to stay there a few weeks a yearbut we have bought rooms out at these resorts all year meaning you can stay at them from only a couple of hundred Dollars per week and theres no timeshare contract to worry about them.

Anyway back onto the Holidays, you can avail heavily discounted cruises worldwide, skiing holidays, theme park holidays, great rates at the top Honeymoon destinations, action holidays and many more. When booking make sure you make the right choice, as a cautious buyer there are many choices which are overwhelming and confusing. But if you are determined to holiday on a budget then luxury-holiday resorts offer the best deals available online.

The unique thing about our Luxury Holiday Club is that we also allow you to create a second income and potentially a 6 figure income through referral sales and they offer travel insurance just in case of emergencies. This is a one of the kind online destination for all your holidaying needs. It is an entire package with unbeatable and affordable prices.

Anngela is an expert in finding luxury travel deals at affordable prices. For more information on Majorca Holiday and Dubai travel deals, Please visit http://www.luxury-holidaysclub.com today.

Sea Turtle Project in Sri Lanka – a positive step

Filed under: cruise — Tags: lanka, positive, project, sea, sri, step, turtle — libertees @ 9:44 am January 21, 2010

Sri Lanka is a tropical island in the Indian Ocean that is blessed with great bio diversity and breathtaking landscapes. This tear shaped island dwarfed by its massive neighboring counterpart India, is a rich in a multitude of natural resources and is home to some of the friendliest locals in the whole of Asia. Although Sri Lanka is a small country, compared to others in the region, the difference in climatic conditions within the island are quite remarkable and is the reason why such a variety of animals survive in these paradise like conditions. Some fish, insect and even bird species that inhabit the jungles of Sri Lanka are indigenous species of which a handful are listed as endangered animals because they are nearing extinction due to habitat loss which is a direct result of the increasing human population.

Sea turtles are truly an amazing breed of creatures. With a lifespan of almost 80 years, these gentle beasts inhabit all the oceans of the world except the Arctic. Anyone who has stumbled upon an animal show while going through TV channels has seen the graceful beauty of a sea turtle gliding underwater effortlessly in search of a meal or to reach the shore. Even this harmless animal has suffered under the cruelty and utter selfishness of man. For many years fishermen along the western coastal belt of Sri Lanka had been used to feeding their families with sea turtle eggs which are easy find for those who live by the sea because the female sea turtle can only cover her batch of eggs under a few feet of sand because the eggs need to be incubated at a specific temperature.

Female sea turtles come to the shore during the safety of the night to lay their eggs because they are vulnerable to predators during labor. These shallow nesting locations are easy to detect when fishermen rise early morning and find adult sea turtle tracks to and from the beach. The lucky hatchlings that avoid the hands of humans are challenged with a daunting task within minutes of birth. Once they make their way through the sand they are defenseless and have a long stretch of land to cover before they reach the safety of the sea. This long wobbling struggle to reach the water is the very moment their life depends on. Seagulls and other birds of prey make the most of this all you can eat buffet as hundreds of baby sea turtles make a run for their lives.

In recent years steps have been taken within Sri Lanka and even on a global level to ensure the survival of this amazing animal. The Sea Turtle Project plays an essential part in ensuring the continuity of this species as an irreplaceable component of the natural world. Human involvement as a predator in the life cycle of sea turtles has practically vanished as hunting for sea turtles and collecting sea turtle eggs for financial purposes has been banned by the Sri Lankan government. When you’re in Sri Lanka you can also be a part of this initiative and help save the sea turtle for generations to come.

Looking for Sri Lanka hotels with exceptional facilities? Well you need not look any further than John Keells Hotels Group, which offers you great locations that are worthy of praise. Sri Lanka travel has never been more convenient than when one chooses John Keells Hotels Group as a preferred lodging option.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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Deep Sea Fishing at Sea Isle New Jersey

Filed under: cruise — Tags: deep, fishing, isle, jersey, new, sea — libertees @ 10:01 pm January 19, 2010

In ever increasing numbers, fishermen from the novice to the experienced are finding the excitement and adventure of deep-sea fishing easily available in the waters off Sea Isle, New Jersey. With almost year-round fishing opportunities, it remains to simply choose the best time to book a boat or charter. Because of the unique cross flows of the Delaware River, the Hudson River, and the Gulf Stream, a nice variety of fish are attracted to this area. Closer in to shore, you can catch blue fish, striped bass, fluke, and weakfish, to name a few, and there are those who choose to surf fish right from the shore lines of selected beaches.

If you really want the opportunity to be out on the water and go where the bigger boys are, you’ll want to connect with one of the many fishing boats for hire. You can book 1/2 day, 3/4 day, all day or 23 hour night time trips, depending on what you are hoping to catch and how far you are willing to travel. For many fishermen, the excursion is its own reward. For others, the opportunity to do battle with a giant tuna, a swordfish, or mahi-mahi is a challenge like no other.

Families with children can enjoy and afford ocean fishing. As fishermen know, landing a big fish isn’t always about size and strength as much as it is skill and technique. Bluefish usually run up to about 15 pounds, but they do not give in easily. Caught by jigging (dropping un-baited hook and reeling in as fast as possible) or by bait fishing, they will keep even an experienced angler busy. Practiced, professional crews will assist with all aspects, including cleaning and filleting. Bring your own food, beverages, suntan lotion, and of course, a camera to show you with your trophies. You may also want to bring a cooler to store fish that you plan to bring home for a tasty fish fry.

Are you looking for a little more excitement? How about heading out to sea in the late afternoon, catching a few winks in the clean, air-conditioned bunkrooms, and then, sometime around midnight, rising to wage war with the bigger warriors of the deep. In the fall, tuna runs can produce fish anywhere from 25 lbs – 100+ lbs. A tuna is an amazing, unrelenting fighter. It will definitely give you an experience you will always remember. In addition, swordfish have been brought in weighing up to 250 lbs as well as the great tasting mahi-mahi that weighs in at about 20 lbs.

Your fishing experience will last through the night hours until dawn. Coming back to shore is a leisurely boat ride, savoring the recent evening adventures. Be sure to bring a blanket or sleeping bag and pillow. Fishing equipment is rented and bait is provided. Whether you want a family vacation or a weekend away with the guys, deep sea fishing off Sea Isle, New Jersey will offer a unique experience you will remember for years to come.

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Lanzarote – Winter Sun, Sand, Sea and Volcanoes!

Filed under: cruise — Tags: lanzarote, sand, sea, sun, volcanoes, winter — libertees @ 3:46 am January 7, 2010

Lanzarote, one of the Spanish Canary Islands, is very popular during the winter months and people flock from Europe seeking the winter sun.

 

Holidays in Lanzarote are usually met with warm, sunshine and tend to be very relaxing.  Lanzarote offers the ideal holiday if you want to get away from the hassles that everyday life presents.

 

The island, even though its only small, has so much to offer in terms of beaches, pubs, restaurants, the national park, aqua activities and safaris.

 

The beaches of Lanzarote are somewhat unique due to the volcanic history of the island.  The beaches range from golden white sand on the east of the island, to a black / charcoal sand on the west.  

 

During the summer seasons the sea can be very warm and pleasant.  Even during winter it is possible to take a dip in the ocean, although it does tend to be a little cooler during the winter months.

 

If it’s the islands volcanic history you are interested in you should definitely visit The Timanfaya National Park. The national park is located on the west of the island and is home to a number of volcano’s, including the dormant Fire Mountain.  If you take a trip up to the visitors centre you will be able to witness just how warm the temperature is, just meters beneath your feet, with a live geyser demonstration and the volcanic grill at the side of the restaurant.  You can also take a coach trip around the volcanos as part of the entrance fee.

 

Also in The Timanfaya national park you can take a camel safari.  This will take you through part of the park on Camel back!  A real sight to be seen!

 

Lanzarote has so much to offer the holiday maker.  If you want to get out and see the sites then I recommend that you hire a car or book yourself on organised coach trips when you arrive.

Destination Lanzarote is ‘the’ web site for people looking for holidays in Lanzarote. With reviews on where to go, where to stay and what to see, including the Timanfaya National Park you should stop by our site before visiting the island.

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Sea Isle City – A Hot Winter Getaway

Filed under: cruise — Tags: city, getaway, hot, isle, sea, winter — libertees @ 7:30 am January 2, 2010

A beach bound winter getaway may seem backward, but it can also be one of the best times to hit the shore. While areas known for snow and slopes pack in the crowds, the off season at Sea Isle City, New Jersey promises a truly relaxing vacation. It’s not the usual cold-weather tourist spot, but that’s also what makes a trip to this unique community so enjoyable.

What started as a little fishing village well over 100 years ago is now one of the top resort cities on the Atlantic coast. Located in Cape May County, Sea Isle City sits on a barrier island known as Ludlam Island in South Jersey. The city itself was founded by Charles K. Landis in 1882. His dream of turning this town into “America’s Venice” didn’t quite work out, but that has not kept the city from booming in other aspects. With a population exceeding 100,000 during the summer months, this little town has become quite a hot spot on the Jersey shoreline.

Its year-round population, however, is only around 3,000. This may partly explain why Sea Isle is known for its hometown feel. Compared to the hustle and bustle of the peak season, life becomes very calm and serene during the winter months. For couples or families looking for some R & R, this change of pace proves to be very inviting.

Even though the business surrounding the shops and restaurants in the center of town dies down, the city does still offer a variety of off-season activities. Winter guests can enjoy events such as the Polar Bear Plunge every February, where tens of thousands of people willingly run into the frigid ocean water. For those not so keen on jumping into the icy-cold waves, they can participate in the Polar Bear Run / Walk for Autism the following Sunday. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Ocean Drive Marathon stand out as popular events which occur every March. Deep sea fishing is also offered year-round. Starfish Boats, located inside the city, offers trips for both adults and children.

As anyone who has ever vacationed there during the summer will attest, Sea Isle City boasts of many excellent food establishments. Fortunately, this is not lost on winter guests. Many favorite local restaurants, such as Cafe LaRosa, Mrs. Brizzles, and Valeries Place, remain open during the off-season. Many others stay open during select days of the week, so it’s good to check times before heading to dinner.

Without losing its small-town charm, Sea Isle City continues to offer reasons why it’s becoming a desirable off-season destination. City leaders have initiated several popular fall festivals, such as Harborfest, Irish Weekend, and Fall Family. Holiday celebrations, like the lighting of the Sea Isle City Christmas Tree and the House Lighting Program, also aim to make winter-time visitors feel like a part of the community. Thanks to the friendly feeling these events create, the laid-back atmosphere, and (of course!) the beautiful beaches, visitors will find that this summer resort town “peaks” in the winter as well.

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Vacationing in Sea Isle City, New Jersey

Filed under: cruise — Tags: city, isle, jersey, new, sea, vacationing — libertees @ 7:30 am

Vacationing in Sea Isle City, New Jersey is a popular choice among travelers. There is plenty to see and do in this small oceanside town, which has been voted one of the best beaches on the Eastern Seaboard for vacations.

Sea Isle City provides a perfect destination for anyone looking for a great beach vacation on the East Coast. There are a variety of annual events and unique activities that are planned specifically for tourists and visitors to the area. The attractions and activities are sure to offer something for everyone.

This city is a fisherman’s paradise, attracting thousands of anglers to the area each year. Fluke and bluefish fishing is a popular draw. Some vessels leave from Sea Isle for overnight or multiple-day big game fishing trips on the Atlantic Shelf. Excellent recreational fishing as well as sunset boat charters are readily available from both Sea Isle City and nearby Ocean City.

The summer months are the most popular for tourists to this beachfront city, but this isn’t the only season when the town is enjoyable. Tourists can visit many of the shops, restaurants, and other sights on the boardwalk and promenade year-round, where there is a variety of local stores and cuisine that is sure to please just about anyone. In February, the city is also host to the infamous Polar Bear Plunge.

Sea Isle City’s myriad of spring events include the Ocean Drive Marathon in March, the annual surf fishing tournament in May and the sand sculpting demonstration in June. Live music is offered from spring through fall.

July and August are the most popular months for tourism on the New Jersey seaboard. From the weekly “Movies Under the Stars” shows to the rugby tournament, the Phillies Home Run Derby, and the Fourth of July fireworks over the ocean, there will be plenty for people to see and do in July. In August, the city features more movie nights, flea markets, family night dance parties every week, and a continued abundance of live music events.

Fall brings plenty to do as well, with the Irish Festival and sand sculpting activities in September. October in Sea Isle City features Harborfest, a variety of fundraisers and charity events, the Italian Festival and a surfing competition that is held annually.

Finally, Sea Isle City hosts charming traditional holiday celebrations that benefit from its small town atmosphere. From the Halloween parade and costume contest to the tree lighting ceremony and Santa events for Christmas, there is something for everyone during the holidays in Sea Isle City.

When you’re in town and looking for something to do, you can always head down to the promenade on JFK Boulevard to find out what the planned events are for the day. Unless there is a clearly stated venue for an activity or event that you find on your vacation, most of the events will take place at the promenade, which is THE place to go for all the fun!

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