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Locals choose their favorite New Jersey city for summer fun

This New Jersey shore town was just named the most fun city to visit, especially in the summer.

In fact, this New Jersey shore town has the most historic motels in all of New Jersey, how cool is that? Besides all the fun, there is so much to see here.

That's why I love New Jersey: every day we learn something new and cool.

This New Jersey shore town is very popular and chosen by you. Thank you for all your Facebook messages and emails. Probably the most family friendly “big” boardwalk in New Jersey. So many rides, a “huge” beach that's free, and so many treats to nibble on while riding the world famous trolley.

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Which city on the New Jersey coast is the most fun in the summer?

The town on the New Jersey coast – if you haven’t guessed – is called Wildwood.

The Wawa alone is the coolest thing when you walk into Wildwood. The coolest thing on the East Coast.

We always have so much fun when we visit Wildwood. I remember growing up in Pennsylvania and always going to Wildwood. I remember friends and I renting a house there for a week after I graduated high school. We loved it.

From the ride docks—there are several—to the water parks, there is something for everyone to do in Wildwood.

I'm a huge fan of the Ocean County rides on the Jersey Shore, from LBI to Pt. Pleasant Beach. They're fun for all ages, but there's something special about Wildwood. Maybe it's the free beach and that's why you love it so much.

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