If you grew up in New Jersey, then your summer days most likely consisted of spontaneous day trips to the beach. Whether you went to Seaside Heights or Long Branch, you know how unique each one is. Thanks to MTV's portrayal of the Jersey Shore, everyone still believes it is filled with fist-pumping "guidos" that drink themselves into oblivion. However, the Jersey Shore is a staple icon for numerous other reasons that accurately represent true New Jersey.
The boardwalk is not just a place to buy a good drink. Snooki's crew made Seaside Heights famous, however trips to Wildwood or Point Pleasant are just as exciting. From street performers to Kohr's frozen custard, a night at a Jersey Shore boardwalk is never boring.
If you enjoy pizza bigger than your face, Three Brother's Pizza is the place to be. Or maybe burritos are more your style? Then Surf Taco has got you covered. Want to take a flashback picture? Old Time Photos allows you to blast back to the past in various clothing styles and photo themes.
And who can forget the many boardwalk games? Yes, 99 percent of the time they are a complete waste of money, but it's the fun of it that counts. From ring toss to water guns, the options are endless. Even the rides are worth the tickets. From bumper cars to the sky ride, they keep you entertained all day and night.
Whether you love Belmar or Long Beach Island, Parkway South is your home. You love those late night hangouts on the sand with your beach friends. The water may not be crystal clear and parking is always a nightmare, but that is what makes it the Jersey Shore.
It is where memories are made. It is where children grow up and bring their children to. It is where you see more beach bikes than cars, and you wake up early just for the sunrises. So next time someone tries to ask if you fist pump, remind them of all the real reasons why the Jersey Shore is an amazing place to spend the summer.
