This 18-mile Island On the Jersey Shore Is a Laid-back Alternative to the Hamptons—With Beaches, Seafood, and Classic Summer Towns

This 18-mile Island On the Jersey Shore Is a Laid-back Alternative to the Hamptons—With Beaches, Seafood, and Classic Summer Towns

Long Beach Island offers sandy Atlantic beaches, sleepy residential enclaves, family-friendly attractions, and classic seafood spots without heading out East.Credit: Joel Villanueva/Getty ImagesDestination dupes are one of the biggest travel trends of the year. And it makes sense, right? Places get popular for a reason and then the crowds and costs start to put off some travelers. So what’s a vacationer to do when an old favorite starts to get p…

Seals, Surfing & Miles Of Uncrowded Beaches: Why Jersey Is Making Waves As A Family Destination

It’s 9pm and I’m walking on stars. Around my feet, tiny lights flash intermittently and above my head, the huge sky deepens until the sea and tidal zone blur into inky darkness. I can hear my children around me as they slowly walk through the shallow waters, occasionally giving a ...