The Northeast View - New Jersey

Inhabited by Native Americans for more than 2,800 years, the first European settlements in the area were established by the Swedes and Dutch in the early 1600s. The English later seized control of the region, naming it the Province of New Jersey, which was granted to Sir George Carteret and John Berkeley, 1st Baron Berkeley of Stratton as a colony. At this time, the name was taken from the largest of the British Channel Islands, Jersey. New Jersey was the site of several decisive battles during the American Revolutionary War. In the 19th century, factories in cities such as Paterson and Trenton helped to drive the Industrial Revolution. New Jersey's position at the center of the Northeast Corridor, between Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C., fueled its rapid growth through the suburban boom of the 1950s and beyond. Today, New Jersey has the highest population density and the second highest median income of any state in the United States. Only Maryland has a higher median income.  Read More.    See Map.

Located on the west side of Barnegat Bay, check out the Key Harbor Marina. Boaters come from all surrounding states to indulge in their type of boating. Some people fish, some are there to enjoy fresh air and picnic with their families and others come to party the weekend away! A huge 300+ slip marina with transient slips, there are many on site amenities such as a pool, tennis court, bathhouses, laundry facilities and a fish cleaning station. While there, try the Bay View terrace serving pasta, seafood and steaks. The website can be found at http://www.keyharboryachtsales.com or 609-693-9355.   See Map 

Think of Hoboken and Frank Sinatra comes to mind, right? For boaters that have been to the Shipyard Marina, the beauty of the marina and Manhattan skyline are not to be missed. Close enough to town to dine, but yet you are also able to experience Liberty State Park - a photographers dream... Pass through the Hudson and you experience historic sites that are unforgettable! Visit Manhattan, Governor’s Island, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty on this trip. Maybe plan on staying more than a few days!  See Map

If sailing and beautiful catboats are your thing, make sure to mark your calendar next year for the Tom's River Yacht Club’s annual Bay Day Regatta! Junior sailors have the morning to experience a fun race – Afternoons are for the A Cats. This is all part of the Challenge Cup and guarantees a great day outdoors. More information please visits: www.tryc.com.    See Map

Brielle, New Jersey

Peace and quiet are unlikely adjectives for the New Jersey shore until you visit Brielle. Boaters enjoy it as a diversion from the other bustling towns and marinas that dot the shoreline. Dine close by at the Brielle Marine Basin and Brielle Yacht Club or hop a water taxi to Point Pleasant for more action. To find out more, see the Brielle Chamber of Commerce.   See Map.

A must see on the Northeast coast is Cape May – considered “Americas Oldest Seaside Resort”. An ideal itinerary would start with the Cape May Gingerbread Tour by Trolley highlighting historic buildings, architecture, and shopping. Hop off and explore! Nature lovers will enjoy the Cape May Bird Observatory and Nature Center of Cape May. Feel like horseback riding? Check out the Hidden Valley Ranch. After a day of sightseeing, Visitors can enjoy Elaine’s Dinner Theater – named one of “Americas top 5 dinner theaters” by the Food Network. Boaters have access to the South Jersey Marina – a full service marina accommodating a wide range of boats and numerous amenities. The Cape May Website is a great site to help plan your visit.  See Map

New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Links

Click on the Google Map to the right for various Chamber of Commerce location links and other Websites.   You can then navigate and expand to other areas by using Google Map functions and tools.