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From pumpkin-lit nights to lively parades, New Jersey celebrates Halloween all season long. Discover small-town Americana at its most magical with festivals, light shows, and family-friendly fun.
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From gin tastings and seasonal brews to axe-throwing thrills, Atlantic City’s Little Water District is a hidden hub of all-day fun, just 90 minutes by train from Philadelphia.
Discover Historic Gardner’s Basin in Atlantic City – a waterfront village of cruises, fishing, dining and an aquarium, all just 90 minutes from Philadelphia or part of a New Jersey road trip.
Experience New Jersey in autumn as colours sweep from the northern highlands to the southern coast. From mountain trails to riverside towns and Cape May’s seaside charm, fall here is a season-long journey.
Step into Lambertville – a historic riverside town where antique shops, galleries, and canal paths capture the spirit of small-town New Jersey at its most authentic.
Discover New Jersey’s iconic lighthouses along the scenic Jersey Shore. From historic towers and panoramic views to unique heritage events, explore these coastal beacons that guide and inspire travellers year-round.
Discover the best places to eat and drink along Atlantic City’s iconic boardwalk – from gourmet pizza and chicken sandwiches to beach bars and frozen cocktails with ocean views.
Discover some of New Jersey’s best surf spots—from mellow beginner beaches to legendary barrels. Surf the Jersey Shore this summer and experience East Coast waves at their finest.
Atlantic City blends nostalgic charm with vibrant culture, iconic Boardwalk adventures, culinary delights, and dazzling nightlife, creating a seaside destination where every visit sparks unforgettable celebrations.
Celebrate 250 years of American independence with a road trip through New Jersey — where Revolutionary history meets beach towns, boardwalks, diners, and local charm.
The Garden State may seem like a small place, but visitors soon discover there’s more to see and do in New Jersey than one could ever imagine! From 127 miles of white, sand beaches to 1.1 million acres of outdoor adventure in the Pinelands, the country’s first National Reserve; from more than 100 Revolutionary War battles fought on New Jersey soil to the ‘Invention Factories’ of Thomas Edison; from the wealth of museums tracing history, arts, culture and ethnic heritage to exciting venues that attract worldclass entertainment in Atlantic City, Newark, Princeton, Camden and Trenton; from the more than 150 public and private golf courses to more than 4,000 freshwater lakes, ponds, rivers and streams, New Jersey is indeed what National Geographic coined ’America in Miniature’. With sophisticated new hotels such as the W in Hoboken, the Westin in Jersey City and the Chelsea in Atlantic City and new indoor water parks like Coco Key Water Resort and Sahara Sam’s Oasis, visitors are flocking to the Garden State. Transportation is even easier as visitors can get here through the Atlantic City Express Service (ACES) from New York as well as newly announced AirTran air service at Atlantic City International Airport.
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Land Area: 7,354.9 sq miles
Water Area: 1,364.2 sq miles
Population: 9.3 million
State Capital: Trenton
Largest City: Newark
Local Time: EST – 5 hrs behind the UK
Climate: Minimum temperatures range from 24°F (-4.4°C) in January to 69°F (20.5°C) in July while maximum temperatures range from 39°F (3.8°C) in January to 86°F (30°C) in July.
Ntl Parks: There are 30+ state parks
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