🎯 The National Marbles Tournament is coming to Wildwood Boardwalk June 22–25, 2026 — 103 years of marble history, and this year Gerald the seagull has opinions about the prize marbles. Sandy can’t believe it. Biscuit has a juice box and no notes. Looking for a hotel in Wildwood NJ steps from the action? Sea… Read more
Category: Wildwood Travel Tips
Travel tips, guides, and vacation planning for Wildwood Crest and the Jersey Shore.
Wildwood Crest vs. North Wildwood vs. Wildwood: Which Is Right for Your Trip?
Planning a trip to the Jersey Shore often starts with a single name: Wildwood. However, once you start looking at maps and booking accommodations, you quickly realize that “Wildwood” is actually a collection of distinct communities, each offering a very different vacation experience. Deciding between Wildwood Crest vs. Wildwood or North Wildwood can change the… Read more
Cape May Triple Flex 2026 | Sea Chest Motel
Cape May is sitting on a TRIPLE FLEX this summer — 175 years as a city, 50 years as America’s only city-sized National Historic Landmark, and America turning 250, all in the same year. Cape May looked at 2026 and said, “Run me all the trophies.” Sandy, Biscuit, and the crew have opinions. Looking for… Read more
Outdoor Pools, BBQ Grills, and the Classic Shore Motel Experience
There is a specific kind of magic that exists at the Jersey Shore, one that hasn’t changed much in decades. While giant, multi-story all-inclusive resorts continue to pop up along the coastline, there is a reason why the classic shore motel remains the gold standard for families. When you think of a summer vacation, you… Read more
Barefoot Country Music Fest 2026 — Beach Ball Bunnies #043 | Sea Chest Motel
🎸 Barefoot Country Music Festival 2026 is THIS WEEKEND — and the Beach Ball Bunnies have officially lost it. Post Malone, Miranda Lambert, Eric Church, Kelsea Ballerini, and 35+ artists are performing ON THE BEACH in Wildwood NJ, June 18–21. Sandy dropped the flyer. Biscuit’s bank account filed a missing persons report. Gerald has a… Read more
Wildwood Restaurant Week 2026 — Beach Ball Bunnies #042 | Sea Chest Motel
🍽️ Wildwood Restaurant Week 2026 is HERE and the Beach Ball Bunnies are EATING. No cap. June 14–18, 35+ Wildwood restaurants are serving prix fixe special menus — and it’s giving Michelin star energy on the Jersey Shore. Sandy knew it was going to be a situation. Biscuit already had a reservation at three places.… Read more
