Off Season Fun at the Shore

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Summer is winding down which means the shores will soon be empty of tourists and travelers. Shores like Wildwood, Ocean City, Long Beach Island, and many others often end their summer season around the teens in September. It’s a week after Labor Day, so naturally families will utilize that weekend to squeeze out the very last of summer.

However, just because the summer season comes to a close doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the shore. Here are some things you can do during the off season at the shore.

5. Shop

Take note of the shops. Most shops stay open for a week more after the off season to snag some last summer deals. Usually stores promoting summer wares and food are closed, but others may still remain open. For example, Ocean City NJ has a Christmas shop and a few arcades on the boardwalk that are open year round.

4. Snag Some Sales

Speaking of shops, since it is the off season you can score some great deals. You can get clothes for $10 and under as well as other accessories like purses. Even some arcades that offer a specific point amount for prizes reduce their points as a part of ‘end of summer sale’.

3. Do a Photoshoot

Want to do an uninterrupted photoshoot on the beach? Go during the off season. You’ll still get sun, experience the sand, and be at peace with no gawking onlookers or photo bombers.

2. Get Exercise

While it is good to exercise any time during the year, the shore during the off season is a good place for working out. You can run up and down the boardwalk and/or the sand, you can bike along the boards, do yoga on the beach next to the sound of waves, and don’t have to worry about the crowds getting in your way.

1.Experience the Local Culture

You can always take in the local culture. Each beach town has its own quirks. For example, Long Beach Island is more laid back and quiet as to where Wildwood is a haven for teenagers. While their boardwalk shops may be closed, you can still enjoy the local eateries, the small businesses, and try something new.

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So tell me, do you like to go to the shore during the off season?

Tips for Black Friday Shopping

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Some of you may be sitting down tomorrow night to enjoy a festive meal that someone slaved over. Others may be taking to the stores with hopes of scoring some sweet pre-Black Friday deals. Here’s some tips for those shoppers looking for pre-Black Friday Deals:

 1.Patience

The lines will be out to sea because everyone will be out on Thanksgiving. Everyone loves a good deal especially with the holidays around the corner. Knowing this, you must be patient. Yelling and getting into fights won’t solve anything and will rather prolong your time in store and line. 

2. Kindness Goes a Long Way

Store management workers are possibly the most stressed during the pre-Black Friday and Black Friday deals. They have to endure a ton of things like rude customers, long lines, possibly no breaks, and twelve hour shifts if not more. Show some kindness to the staff by having everything ready for cashiers when it’s your turn to check out, letting them take their time, not yelling or making a scene, and just generally being a good person. Should you do these things, they will be grateful for your kind behavior and it will temporary supply them with some relief and hope that there is still some good people left in this world. 

3. Shop Beforehand

Websites have already posted their Black Friday deals. Most of you might have looked at them by now and might have found something that caught your eye. If you know what it is you want, go directly to where that item would be located or simply purchase it online to save yourself the hassle. Speaking of shopping online….

4. Wait for Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday is the advanced birth child of Black Friday. Falling on the Monday after Black Friday, it allows those who missed the in-store deals to still snatch them online. Personally, I enjoy Cyber Monday over Black Friday because you can still get the deals Black Friday offered, you can utilize more coupons to get a better outcome (most coupon codes can be found just by browsing the net), you don’t have to contend with the traffic and crowds, and you can also take your time while shopping as opposed to feeling rushed like you would in store. The only downside to Cyber Monday is the possibility of your device freezing up, but most websites will save your order and discounts. That way if you are somehow disconnected, you can return at a later time that day to finish what you started.

5. Eat Well

You’re going to be in the stores extended hours of time so you might as well snack on something. Bring some healthy snacks to shake off the start of the holiday weight and to keep you energized. This will also help ward off crankiness and irritation. Also be sure to eat well before venturing out into the throng to avoid the same side effects.

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So tell me, do you go out on Black Friday?