Every year the same question comes up from first-time visitors: how early do you actually need to book a hotel in Wildwood for summer? The honest answer depends on which weeks you’re targeting — but waiting too long is the single most common regret we hear from guests who show up at the front desk… Read more
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Captain Kidd Treasure Hunt Cape May NJ 2026: Free Pirate Swords at Cape May Beach Patrol
It’s Sunday, July 26, and Sandy and Biscuit are not sitting this one out: the 62nd Annual Captain Kidd Treasure Hunt is taking over Cape May Beach Patrol today from 1-2 PM, and it’s free swords, real digging, and one very unhappy seagull. If you’re anywhere near Cape May, NJ or Wildwood Crest this weekend,… Read more
How to Find the Right Hotel Near Wildwood Beach Without Overpaying
Booking a hotel near Wildwood beach in summer should be simple. But between OTA pricing games, misleading “beachfront” claims, and the sheer number of options, many visitors end up paying more than they should for less than they expected. Here’s a no-nonsense guide to finding a great hotel near Wildwood, NJ — and booking it… Read more
Christmas in July at NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum — 2026 Guide
Christmas in July at NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum: What to Know Yes, really — Christmas in July is happening at the NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum this Saturday, and it is exactly as chaotic and wonderful as it sounds. Santa and Mrs. Claus show up at a WWII hangar, in July, in New Jersey, at the… Read more
Wildwood vs Wildwood Crest: Which Hotel Location Is Right for Your Trip?
Searching for a hotel in Wildwood, NJ and feeling overwhelmed by the options? The first decision that matters most isn’t which hotel — it’s which part of Wildwood. Because “Wildwood” is actually three distinct townships: Wildwood, North Wildwood, and Wildwood Crest. Each one has a different character, and the right choice depends on what kind… Read more
Coastal Cruiser Shuttle: Wildwood NJ to Cape May County Wineries & Breweries — Full 2026 Guide
Wildwood NJ’s New Wine Tour on Wheels: The Coastal Cruiser Shuttle If you’re staying in Wildwood NJ or Wildwood Crest this summer and love a good Cape May County wine tasting day trip, there’s a brand-new reason to skip the rental car. The Coastal Cruiser is a hop-on hop-off shuttle now running directly between the… Read more


