The Victorian era comes alive in this town at the tip of New Jersey; popular with couples, and to an increasing extent, gay and lesbian travelers.
47 miles south of Atlantic City; Cape May, NJ; www.capemay.com
Tags:beach | romantic | spas
Margate
This quiet shore town just south of Atlantic City has one famous resident: Lucy, a 65-foot high wooden elephant built in 1881 to attract investors to the shore.
5 miles south of Atlantic City; Margate, NJ; www.margate-nj.com
Tags:beach | family
Ocean City
This dry town’s boardwalk is more family friendly, with piers of amusement rides, shops, and mini-golf courses.
11 miles south of Atlantic City; Ocean City, NJ; www.oceancityvacation.com
Tags:beach | family | amusement park
Philadelphia
Visit the birthplace of America, from the Liberty Bell to Independence Hall, and enjoy the rich culture of the City of Brotherly Love.
60 miles west of Atlantic City; Philadelphia, PA; www.gophilla.com
Tags:family | architecture | historic | art
The Wildwoods
This five-mile island has gone a long way to restore and celebrate its history, which is rich in doo-wop music and architecture.
45 miles south of Atlantic City; The Wildwoods, NJ; www.wildwoodsnj.com
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