Though some may say that NJ is the armpit of America, it actually is one of the best states (completely unbiased opinion) to live in. Summer in NJ is an experience like no other, and honestly, I couldn't imagine living anywhere else. Here are 10 things about New Jersey summers that cannot be beat.

1. The Jersey Shore

Whether you go to the shore for the day, a couple weeks, or the whole summer, you can't not go to the beach. Since it's pretty accessible from almost every part of the state, you are bound to see people you will know. Nothing beats fudge, ice cream, and mini golf.

2. Ice Cream

How can you go wrong with soft serve ice cream in a cone with sprinkles or homemade ice cream on a hot summer day or night... or both? At the shore you have Hoffman's, in Summit you have Magic Fountain, in Princeton you have Bent Spoon, the list goes on and on.

3. Amusement Parks

You've got countless boardwalks with rides, Fantasy Island in LBI, and who can forget Six Flags with the world famous Kingda Ka. Needless to say, you'll never be bored and will have no shortage of thrill.

4. The Sunsets

Nothing beats New Jersey sunsets. No matter where you are, you can throw on that X-tra Large sweatshirt, some shorts, and sit outside with your friends and family to watch literal magic.

5. Breakfast Sandwiches

You've never had a bacon, egg, and cheese unless you've gotten one in NJ. The debate between what to call pork roll or Taylor Ham between South Jersey (pork roll) and North Jersey (Taylor Ham), will never be resolved.

6. Farmer's Markets

I'll just leave it at this: we aren't called the Garden State for no reason.

7. Golf

With countless public and private golf courses around the state, you will start to appreciate the game of golf. Whether you play for fun or to actually play, your inner, preppy golfer will completely emerge. Don't forget to drink an Arnold Palmer while playing 18.

8. Concerts

One of the most beautiful things about summer in New Jersey is the PNC Banks Arts Center. This is a place to hangout with friends considering that tickets can be as cheap as $30 for lawn seats. Some of the biggest artists stop by this venue, and can make your summer night that much more enjoyable.

9. Being able to go on day trips

If you're from North Jersey, take a trip to New York City. If you're from South Jersey, take a trip to Philly. Everyone can take a trip to the shore, and there are tons of hiking trails and areas to explore.

10. Traffic **

I lied.... This is probably one of the worst things about New Jersey. A lot of people commute to NYC, so rush hour traffic is horrible. And then don't even try and go to or from the shore without hitting traffic, even at obscure hours of the morning or night.

Come visit... I promise you won't regret it.