You might think you know all there is to know about New Jersey – but you don’t know the half of it! This edition of the Gateway Guide aims to let you in on all the little-known things that make the Garden State great.
Did you know the first steam locomotive was run in New Jersey? Or that the Presidential yacht, the USS Sequoia, was built here? In a state that is well-known for its Turnpike – the most-traveled highway in the U.S. -museums such as the Aviation Hall of Fame and the New Jersey Naval Museum remind everyone of the state’s special place in the history of transportation.
Many of these museums are out-of-the-way gems, but some other transportation landmarks around the state can be hard to miss. From the elegant Bayonne Bridge to the iconic George Washington, the country’s most recognizable and historic bridges soar across the New Jersey skyline. You probably didn’t know that the Delaware Memorial Bridge in South Jersey is the world’s longest twin suspension bridge, or that the Pulaski Skyway was the nation’s first “superhighway.”
And discoveries such as these are just the beginning. You might be under the impression that to experience great classical music performances, New York is the place to be. But with world-class venues, talented musicians and unique programming, New Jersey offers quality and value that is unmatched.
If you think that New Jersey’s vibrant classical performances industry is an anomaly, you’d be wrong again! The hotel and meeting space industry in the Garden State has been booming in recent years, as companies take advantage of everything the state has to offer – easy access to major metropolitan areas, an eagerness to please, and countless downtime activities.
And speaking of activities, our Calendar of Events and Attractions listings are jam-packed with things to do all over New Jersey, from winter sports and nature activities to theater, film, the arts and holiday shows. Finally, be sure to check out our Restaurant Guide and see how New Jersey’s restaurateurs combine food and drinks in an unparalleled atmosphere.
So while you’re in the Garden State this season, let the Gateway Guide be your eyes and take a look at all we have to offer. You might just discover something new!