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| The Wildwoods Boardwalk - Two Miles of Smiles! | ||
| Tourism Media Kit THE WILDWOODS, NJ - The Wildwoods Boardwalk has been called 'two miles of smiles' for a good reason. Spectacular amusement piers, world-class roller coasters, interactive water parks, family atmosphere, carnival-style games of chance, shops and tantalizing edibles make the Boardwalk a summer must for nearly 9 million visitors each season. Since its birth as a mere 150-yard stretch of boards, the Wildwoods' Boardwalk has always been a center of activity. Throughout the years, the Boardwalk has gone through many transformations, growing and evolving with the mood of the country, and was twice in its 100 year history moved closer to the ocean with the changing shoreline. Today the boardwalk is the largest, most fun-filled walk on the East Coast, boasting more rides than Disneyland. Kiddy rides include a convoy of airplanes, trucks, dune buggies, boats and trains. Flying elephants, teacups, bouncing giraffes, mini-Ferris wheels and the traditional carousel round out the mix. Children line up for their chance to sit in the driver's seat of the ever-popular bumper cars, squealing with delight as they navigate the perilous trip around the rink. Names like Tornado, Inverter and Spin Out give a hint of the ride experiences to choose from if thrill seeking is on the agenda. Options for roller coaster fans include the Sea Serpent, the NorEaster an inverted looping coaster and the Great White, the tallest and fastest wooden coaster on the East Coast. Water parks are a hot way to cool off on the Boardwalk. Waterfalls, spas, hydrochutes, raft rides, tube floats, lazy rivers, waterslides, rope swings, water guns for soaking, even a 1000 gallon dumping bucket that periodically douses those below are just some of the Boardwalk's wet attractions. Environments specifically designed for the younger set include a ship-themed area with kiddy slides off the deck of the ship and a fort complete with cannons to blast water at those who cross the path. Those looking for a more tranquil experience can rise above the Boardwalk. The 140-foot high Ferris wheel, Flying Kites, Sky Ship and Cycle Monorail leisurely transport riders over the Boardwalk and offer a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean. The Boardwalk is traditionally open from Palm Sunday weekend through Columbus Day, with a weekends-only schedule before Memorial Day and after Labor Day. For specific hours and rates, call Splash Zone at 609.729.5600 or www.splashzone.com, or Morey's Piers at 609.522.3900 or www.moreyspiers.com. | ||
