Up, up and away! warrencountyfarmersfair.org Nearly 100 campgrounds Seafaring out to sea 5 amazing wine trails The beautiful landscapes offer plenty of options to discover camping in the Garden State, with more than 25,000 campsites from the Appalachian Trail to Cape May. Groups can choose their camping experience from parking an RV or pitching a tent. Adventure await from kayaking, canoeing, or fishing down the Delaware River or on a lake. Leaping whales and frolicking dolphins are your ticket to a New Jersey adventure aboard the Cape May Whale Watcher and Atlantic City Cruises. Your group will head into the open ocean in search of marine life. Afterwards, enjoy walking down Washington Street in Cape May or Atlantic City’s Historic Gardiner’s Basin. New Jersey’s wineries are one of the State’s best kept secrets, as it’s ranked 10th in the nation in wine production and the 6th largest for wine consumption. Bring your groups to spend a stompin’ good time stomping grapes, indulge in gourmet dining, or enjoy one of the many wine festivals at one of the 50 plus licensed wineries. atlanticcitycruises.com capemaywhalewatcher.com newjerseywines.com Photo courtesy of Harry Prott newjerseycampgrounds.com 0% sales tax on clothing & shoes See what’s happening in Newark The world’s first boardwalk In New Jersey, you will be sure to find that perfect bargain. Groups will find a variety of shopping experiences – from world-class shopping malls to discount outlets, which include The Outlet Collection at Jersey Gardens in Elizabeth and three Simon® Premium Outlets such as the Jersey Shore Premium Outlets in Tinton Falls. Newark’s big city culture awaits you. So put on your walking shoes and hit the city streets. Explore worldclass sports and entertainment at the Prudential Center. Join the stampede over to the Red Bull’s Arena for a Major League Soccer showdown. Then head to the Ironbound district renowned for its Portuguese, Spanish and Brazilian fare. New Jersey’s boardwalks come in many sizes. The Wildwood boardwalk is over two miles long with four piers and more rides than Disneyland. Atlantic City’s boardwalk is a blend of amusement rides, rolling chairs and gaming resorts. Visitors strolling Spring Lake, Ocean Grove and Cape May will find a quieter seaside boardwalk experience. jerseygardens.com; premiumoutlets.com newarkhappening.com atlanticcitynj.com; njsouthernshore.com adventure seekers and cultural activities. New Jersey continues its strong tradition as home to some of the best recreational, historical and cultural activities along the East Coast. We greatly appreciate your interest in the diverse opportunities New Jersey has to offer groups with easy access to NYC and Philadelphia. SUGGESTED TOURS: New Jersey’s “Great Northwest” Photo courtesy of David Steele A rich blend of history & beautiful scenes IN THE KNOW • Easy access to NYC & Philadelphia • 130 miles of Atlantic Ocean • East Coast’s only natural wolf preserve • World’s largest theme park and drive-thru safari outside of Africa • Home to USGA Research & Test Center of golf balls and clubs DESTINATION MARKETING ORGANIZATIONS Delaware river Region – Princeton Skylands region – Sussex Princeton University was recently voted the best college in the U.S. for the second year by U.S. News & World Report. The area is filled with historic landmarks, five-star restaurants, first-class shopping at Palmer Square. Experience the amazing Americana of the Princeton Tour Company from Albert Einstein to Toni Morrison and F. Scott Fitzgerald. Nearby enjoy exploring Grounds for Sculpture, a 42-acre outdoor garden. Located 40 miles from NYC, Sussex Skylands is home to Crystal Springs Resort featuring luxury accommodations surrounded by natural mountain beauty. The resort features seven championship golf courses, an award-winning wine cellar, two day spas, and a state-of-the-art sports club. Enjoy endless activities at Mountain Creek including the new Red Tail Lodge, Bike Park, ZOOM zip line and mountain coasters. Perfect setting Along the Delaware Bay & Atlantic Ocean World-class entertainment & outdoor activities Southern Shore Region – the Wildwoods & Cape May Victorian Cape May is the Nation’s oldest seaside resort with beautiful homes in bold colors along quiet tree-lined streets. The Garden State’s southern peninsula naturally lends itself to watersports including shore‑ line and deep sea fishing, boating and whale watching. Day or night there’s always some‑ thing to do and see in The Wildwoods from legendary boardwalks and more than 100 rides including world-class roller coasters. Connect with us: /VisitNewJersey Gateway Region – Meadowlands Across the river from the Big Apple, the Meadowlands provide visitors with more than 10,000 hotel rooms to select from. MetLife Stadium is a world-famous sports and entertainment complex. Visitors can take a nature walk along the marshlands, paddle a kayak or canoe along the serene Hackensack River while enjoying the sights and views of the NYC skyline. No trip is complete without a shopping excursion at one of the region’s discount outlet malls. /Visit_NewJersey /VisitNewJersey • Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority atlanticcitynj.com • Greater Newark Convention & Visitors Bureau newarkhappening.com • Hudson County Tourism visithudson.org • Meadowlands Liberty Convention & Visitors Bureau mlcvb.com • Princeton Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau visitprinceton.org • Southern Shore Region DMO njsouthernshore.com • Sussex Skylands DMO sussexskylands.org NJ Tour Resources • Garden State Wine Growers Association newjerseywines.com • Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities capemaymac.org • New Jersey Campground Owners Association newjerseycampgrounds.com • Princeton Tour Company princetontourcompany.com Learn More The New Jersey Division of Travel & Tourism offers a vast array of personalized tour planning assistance. We’re ready to help turn your next group visit into a great New Jersey experience! 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