New Jersey Vacation Rentals: An Introduction

Situated on the eastern coast of the US, New Jersey or the State is known for having beautiful beaches and plenty of other attractions, making it a nice destination for travelers.

We also have a number of affordable yet comfortable and conveniently located New Jersey vacation homes that you could choose from if you would be traveling here. Try looking through the Beach Haven vacation rentals, vacation homes in North Wildwood, Wildwood vacation home rentals, Cape May vacation homes and many other New Jersey accommodation choices that we have listed here to take advantage of the best New Jersey vacation deals and New Jersey vacation specials.

Top New Jersey Vacation Rentals and Destinations

Ocean City

A city located in southern New Jersey, Ocean City is popularly known for being a family-friend vacation destination. As a matter of fact, it has been dubbed as "America's Greatest Family Resort." It is a seashore community which is lined up with numerous shops, restaurants, movie theaters, miniature golf courses, amusement rides and plenty of other attractions that make it one of the best summer destinations in the US.

If you are planning to stay at an Ocean City vacation home, you could start your holiday by going to the Wonderland Pier, which has a massive ferris wheel. If you want to have a spectacular view of the city and the ocean, you may want to get aboard this huge ride.

You could also walk around town to see many historical sites and beautiful homes. While in town, you could also visit the Discovery Seashell Museum, which features a display of seashells and other sea creatures. You can also go to the Farmers Market during the summer months to get the freshest of local produce and flowers.

During the day, going to the beach would provide you with a host of activities to do. You would need beach tags upon entering the beach. Aside from swimming, you can do several water sports activities such as jet skiing, kayaking, parasailing and riding speed boats. You can also go aboard a fishing boat and try your luck in catching some fish that you can cook later on for dinner. For a family-oriented activity, you can rent a couple of bikes or a surrey to go around easier.

If you are interested in having an environment-friendly trip, then Ocean City has a lot in store for you. It has beautiful natural landscapes and diverse wildlife set on a small magnificent island. Some ecotourism areas that you can go to include Great Egg Harbor, Corson's Inlet State Park, Cape May Coastal Wetlands Wildlife Area, Peck Bay and Howard Stainton Wildlife Refuge.

Wildwood

Also a town in the southern portion of New Jersey, Wildwood is frequented by holidaymakers especially in the summer months. Though the majority of visitors come from Philadelphia and New York, a lot of other local and international tourists flock to Wildwood to have a relaxing and fun summer getaway with their loved ones.

You can rent one of the Wildwood vacation homes we have here and plan an itinerary that would take you to the different attractions in the city such as the historic town hall, the miniature aquarium, the Cape May Zoo and the convention center.

After seeing the attractions, you can engage in some activities on the city's sandy beaches such as parasailing, hang gliding, jet skiing, kite surfing, surfing and boating. You can also go fishing or crabbing in the bay area. During rainy days, you can still have a fun time by watching a movie in one of the movie theaters or catching up on your reading in the huge library.

Atlantic City

This seaside city in New Jersey is also a popular vacation destination because it is like Las Vegas in that casino gambling is legal. Aside from the casinos, Atlantic City is also known for its beach and the wide range of entertainment choices for children and adults alike.

Some of the attractions that you can go to as you stay in an Atlantic City vacation rental would be the Atlantic City Aquarium - Ocean Life Center which features eight huge aquariums with diverse aquatic life and a display of shipwreck artifacts to complete the whole under the sea experience. You can also go to the Absecon lighthouse to have a great view of the whole Jersey shoreline. For those who are looking into a more historical and cultural experience, you can visit the Atlantic City Historical Museum, the Monopoly Monument and Lucy the Elephant. Afterwards, you can watch some Atlantic City shows and the Water Show which is at the Pier Shops at Caesars.

For those who specifically came to Atlantic City to do some gambling, then you would be delighted that the casinos here offer all kinds of games such as poker, slots, blackjack, craps, roulette, keno, baccarat, race books and other specialty table games. Afterwards, you can explore the very first boardwalk in the world. The Atlantic City Boardwalk actually serves as the backbone of the city, as it provides access to the different hotels, shops, resorts, attractions and casinos in the city. You can also have fun at the beach while swimming, getting a tan, surfing or fishing.

Trenton

Being the state capital, Trenton is a great destination in New Jersey if you would like to experience the urban side of the state while still having access to plenty of natural attractions. You can try looking for a Trenton vacation home rental and research for some great attractions that you can visit in the city. Some good suggestions would be the William Trent House, the New Jersey State House, the Grounds for Sculpture, the Trenton Barracks, the Trenton War Memorial Theater and the Planetarium at the New Jersey State Museum.

If you are a sports enthusiast, you can go to the Mercer County Waterfront Park which is home to the Trenton Thunder, a minor league baseball team which affiliated with the popular baseball team, the New York Yankees. To participate in some special events, you could check with the Sovereign Bank Arena which holds plenty of hockey games, ice shows, concerts, conventions and boxing matches.