Where does the time go? We don’t know, but October is half gone already and the Great Vacation newsletter is here with another issue of fun and festive things to do “…down the shore!”  Check the town calendars for all the upcoming events. Don’t miss the Fabulous 50’s Weekend in Wildwood October 20 – 22^nd, and Halloween festivities are going on almost everywhere at this month’s end.

   The Rolling Stones take the stage October 27^th at the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall Arena, and Barbra Streisand will be there on November 4,   followed by The WHO on November 24. Check out our Atlantic City Scene for all the entertainers who are coming to AC now through November.

   As usual, you’ll discover places to stay, places to dine, things to do and see throughout the southern New Jersey region.

   You’ll find special features in this issue, such as the next in our series on New Jersey’s boardwalks (Seaside Heights). We’ve turned our attention northward as we walk “the boards.” The Artist’s Corner features a remarkable New Jersey native who was born in Orange, New Jersey, and whose work presents a wonderful vision of ordinary people captured in extraordinary ways. His name is Leonard Wilkinson, and he’s an artist you’re going to remember.

   Our choice of attractions is also expanding. Check out the Atlantic City Aquarium, Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum (also in Atlantic City), the Ocean City Arts Center (don’t miss their Juried Art Show in November), and the Jersey Seashore Children’s Museum at the Shore Mall. (hands-on fun for kids from 1-10).

   Once again, we thank you for your feed-back and urge you to keep it coming. Log onto our blog and share your thoughts on the topics you’ll discover there, or simply drop us an email. Remember to share this newsletter with your friends, too. (Why should you be the only one to have fun? Share it with family and friends and they’ll probably tell you about their favorite places at the shore, too!)

   The more you let us know, the better we can serve you! We sincerely hope the fall we’ll be great for you this year, and we’ll do our best to help you plan your weekends and leisure time. Remember, sometimes a Great Vacation can be a few hours long when it’s a day trip “…down the shore!”

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                                                           Sincerely,
                                                                                   -The Editors

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Beachcomber Resort
Beautiful beaches and tall dunes, a relaxed, refreshing atmosphere, secluded pool – it’s “The suite approach to your seashore vacation.” (click here)

Concord Suites
For the perfect getaway, the Concord Suites have the perfect package. (click here)

Desert Sand Inn
The ocean is calling you to its waters for sun, surf, fun, relaxation, and a tranquil haven away from the hustle and bustle. It’s the Desert Sand Resort – perfect! (click here)

Cape Winds Motel
With 12 units available, the Cape Winds Motel is the place to stay on Lafayette Street – accessible to all that Cape May has to offer. (click here)

Elaine's Victorian Inn
One of Cape May’s premier attractions. Just two blocks from the beach and a block from the Washington Street Mall. (click here)

Henry Sawyer Inn
An 1877 Victorian gable-roofed cottage-style home restored to its original elegance. Simply beautiful. (click here)

Inn at the Park
The only B&B adjacent to the Madison Avenue Park, and just five houses away from the Physick Estate, and four blocks from the Washington Street Mall. (click here)

Primrose Inn
A restored 1850 farmhouse adjacent to the Emlen Physick Estate, and warmly decorated with period furniture.
(click here)

Rhythm of the Sea
An intimate craftsman-designed inn with a European flair, and hosts who’ve traveled the world who love to share their adventures with guests. (click here)

Woodleigh House
Nestled in Cape May’s historic district and surrounded by lovely gardens, courtyards and porches, and within easy walking distance of the beach, dining, and shopping. (click here)

The Hyland Motor Inn
The inexpensive alternative to beachfront accommodations. (click here)

Beach Club Hotel
On the boardwalk overlooking the Atlantic, where you’re welcomed with warmth and style. (click here)

Osborne’s Inn
Just  a short distance from the beach and the boardwalk. (click here)

Tahiti Inn
Ocean City’s place to stay – just 50 yards from the Boardwalk, the beach, and everything you’ll want to do.
(Click here)

The Flanders Hotel
Tradition, substance, beauty – words that apply to The Flanders Hotel, the finest Grand Hotel in southern New Jersey, located at 719 E. 11^th Street, Ocean City, New Jersey. (click here)

Budget Inn
Open year round, the Budget Inn Motel and suites offer you wonderful hospitality and service at reasonable rates in Somers Point. (click here)

Economy Motel Inn & Suites
Somers Point’s home-away-from home, with all that Somers Point and Ocean City have to offer. (click here)

Owl Motel
Open all year. The Owl Motel in Somers Point is the place to stay for business or pleasure. (click here)

Dunes Motel
The Dunes Motel is just one block from the beach with three different types of units from which to choose.
(click here)

Harbor Inn Motel
Harbor Inn Motel offers a variety of tastefully decorated and varied accommodations for your vacation getaway. (click here)

The Seaward Motel
Whether you’re seeking rest and relaxation, or access to active fun, this is the place to stay in Stone Harbor.
(click here)

Aztec Resort Motel
This is a great place to stay for all the fantastic events in September and October, and it’s two blocks from the boardwalk and a block from the beach. Whether it’s the Irish Festival, the Classic Car Show, the Fabulous 50’s Weekend, or more, make it the Aztec! (click here)

Dining at the Shore...all within a short walk or drive from your accommodations!

Aleatheas Restaurant
Cape May elegant! Dine in their Victorian parlor or on the front porch overlooking the beach. Wonderful gourmet food with an extensive wine list. (Click here.)

Nemo’s Family Restaurant
Love Italian food? Love pizza? You’ll love Nemo’s in Avalon. You can enjoy your meal at Nemo’s, or enjoy taking it home. (Click here)

Pier House
Make it the Pier House Restaurant and Wine Bar in Victorian Cape May for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Wonderful! (Click here)

Uncle Bill’s Pancake House
When you combine delicious old fashioned cooking with excellent service, you quickly understand why Uncle Bill’s is not only a great place to eat in Cape May, but also a Jersey shore tradition for generations of hungry families! (Click here)

Union Park
Chef John Schatz cordially invites you to dine at Union Park Dining Room, Beach Avenue and Howard Street in historic Cape May for an extraordinary dining experience. (Click here)

Cheeks at the Beach
The FLAX capital of the world, featuring the best in women’s casual clothing in natural fibers that are cool and comfortable. Bryn WALKER, Sarah Arizona and more. (Click here)

Harley-Davidson of Wildwood
The fun begins at Harley-Davidson of Wildwood – with sales, service, parts, accessories, apparel, and their fantastic rental program. Once you rent a Harley you’ll want to buy a Harley from Harley-Davidson of Wildwood. (Click here)

Oma’s Doll Shop
Playable dolls, collectible dolls, doll clothes and accessories for all ages, located in the Washington Mall in Historic Cape May. You’ve got to experience Oma’s Doll Shop. It’s delightful! (Click here)

Toy Shop of Cape May
Incredibly imaginative toys that are great fun for kids, and those big kids disguised as grown-ups! You’ll find games, beach toys, kites, water toys, LEGO and much, much more! (Click here)

Hoy’s 5 & 10
For all your needs under the sun for the beach and for your fun, with four locations to serve you better: 7^th Street and Asbury Avenue and 34^th Street and West Avenue – both in Ocean City, 28^th & 2^nd Avenue in Avalon, and at 219 96^th Street in Stone Harbor.
Avalon (click here)
Ocean City (click here)
Stone Harbor (click here)

Diller-Fisher Realtors
Serving Stone Harbor and Avalon, New Jersey since 1930 with the best in real estate sales, rentals and insurance. Avalon              (click here)
Stone Harbor    (click here)

Coldwell Banker, Sol Needles Real Estate, Inc.
Over 100 years of serving (established in 1901) the Cape May area with the finest professional service in real estate. (click here)

Century 21 Gilmartin & Co.
From the most “well-known name in real estate – Century 21” we offer sophisticated marketing tools and advertising programs that work for you. (Click here)

Homestead Real Estate Company, Inc.
Their award-winning agents provide you with courteous, honest service with integrity for all your real estate needs in Cape May, West Cape May, Cape May Point and surrounding areas. (click here)

   In 1981 a very special restaurant opened in Ocean City, New Jersey – Szechwan Garden – at 503 East 9^th Street, and in the years since then this family owned and operated establishment has been helping to make people smile during lunch and dinner. The reason is quite simple – delicious food at reasonable prices.

   Over the years local residents and visitors alike have been enjoying lunch and dinner at Szechwan Garden seven days a week. When you stop by and survey the menu, we’d like to make a recommendation. Based on reports from those who know, the menu is filled with delicious choices, but there is one in particular that should be sampled:
General Tso’s Chicken. Why? Well, let’s put is this way: Patrons rave about it. In fact, one customer who travels extensively all over the nation has stated unequivocally that Szechwan Garden’s preparation is the best he’s sampled anywhere. Period!

   Szechwan Garden serves great tasting food because they begin with the best and most healthy ingredients available. From the vegetables to the meats, they make sure what is served to their customers is absolutely the best. It’s that commitment to quality and service that has resulted in Szechwan Garden being the stop so many make for lunch or dinner.

   Oh, when they say they serve the best in ingredients, it’s also worth noting that there’s no monosodium glutamate (MSG) in their foods.  Reservations aren’t necessary. When you’re in Ocean City, New Jersey stop by Szechwan Garden and order General Tso’s Chicken, or one of their other delicious menu selections. Become part of the generations of folks who know why they go back again and again. It simply doesn’t get any better than Szechwan Garden. (click here)

Leonard R. Wilkinson

   Leonard R. Wilkinson was born and grew up in Orange, New Jersey. Following graduation from East Orange High he served in the U.S. Air Force and then became a police officer in his hometown.  While working in law enforcement he began going to art school part time. However, when his talent became evident, one of his teachers urged him to become a full time student, and the world became a better place because of his decision.

   Mr. Wilkinson began as an illustrator major at Parsons School of Design, and studied at the Art Students League and the Newark School of Industrial Design. He now lives in southern New Jersey and works in pen and ink, pastels, acrylics and watercolors. His work has been exhibited throughout northern and southern New Jersey, in Chicago, Illinois, at the Philadelphia Black Expo, the Atlantic City Arts Center and the Ocean City Arts Center. He has done one-man shows, as well as a number of commissioned murals in Brigantine and Atlantic City. The Atlantic City Medical Center purchased several of his works for their collection.

   A portrait artist, Mr. Wilkinson painted the official portrait of the late Atlantic City Mayor James Usry which hangs in the day care center named in the Mayor’s honor.

   He was also commissioned to create designs based on the history of the underground railroad celebrating Black History Month at Atlantic Cape Community College.

   We reviewed the portraits in his galleries online, and using photographs supplied by families or individuals the artist creates extraordinary portraits of people – adults and children – that become family heirlooms for all time, priceless images captured in pen and ink, pastels, acrylics or watercolors.

Let Them Entertain You…….

Box Office Telephone Numbers:

Atlantic City Hilton (609) 340-7160

Balley’s Park Place (609) 340-2709/(800) 772-7777

Boardwalk Hall (800) 736-1420 (TicketMaster)

Borgata (609) 317-1000

Caesar’s (800) 677-SHOW (7469)

Claridge (609) 340-3700 / (800) 752-7469

Harrah’s (800) 2HARRAH (242-7724)

Resorts (609-340-6300 / (800) 322-SHOW (7469)

Sands (609) 441-4137/ (800) AC-SANDS

Showboat (609) 343-4000/(800) 621-0200

Tropicana (609) 340-4020 / (800) 526-2935

Trump Marina (800) 284-8786 / (800) 777-8477

Trump Plaza (800) 759-8786

Trump Taj Mahal (609) 449-5150 / (800) 825-8888

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