Point Pleasant Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

Offshore Sea Bass Fishing on The Gambler
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Giant Off Shore Sea Bass

January 2007

The brand new 90' Super fast GAMBLER will be sailing special wreck trips for giant sea bass, pollock, cod and hake. The cost is $165.00 per person. For your comfort, the trip is limited to 40 passengers. Reservations are required. Trips will be fishing wrecks 50 to 80 miles off shore. Trips leave at 1:00 am and return approximately 6:00 pm.

Updated Jan 24, 2007

Address: 59 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

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Offshore Sea Bass Fishing on The Gambler
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Giant Off Shore Sea Bass

January 2007

The brand new 90' Super fast GAMBLER will be sailing special wreck trips for giant sea bass, pollock, cod and hake. The cost is $165.00 per person. For your comfort, the trip is limited to 40 passengers. Reservations are required. Trips will be fishing wrecks 50 to 80 miles off shore. Trips leave at 1:00 am and return approximately 6:00 pm.

The New and Improved

Gambler

The brand new Gambler was built in 2005 by Maine craftsmen. She is extra heavy construction, built for high speeds and high seas. The Gambler is powered by 4 Detroit/MTU engines. With a total of 3000 Horses, powering 4 props, she is capable Speeds up to 30 knots! The Gambler also features the newest, most advanced Electronics --with over $50,000.00 worth fish finding equipment. High intentsity Flood and deck lighting for night fishing light the waters for night fishing --and the Gambler is the only party boat to feature under water lights built into the hull. Her cabin is heated and air conditioned and our galley serves hot and cold food and beverages. The Gambler is the widest boat in it's class, providing extra stability and deck room for your comfort. She also has huge built-in fish-holds for our offshore tuna trips

Written Jan 24, 2007

Address: 59 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Phone: (732) 295-7569

Website: http://www.gamblerfishing.net/

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 Beaches
 Fishing
 Sailing and Boating

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the boardwalk
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I guess there's everything here to do that can fill your day at the beach. Food, games, souvineers, you name it. It's just a big long boardwalk on the edge of the beach where the dunes ought to be. But when I go to the beach, I'd much rather relax.... so it wasn't really my cup of tea... although it did look like a lot of fun for kids!!!

Written Jan 25, 2005

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Hotels  

High end Hotel on the beach.: A Gem at the Point

High end Hotel on the beach.: A Gem at the Point, Point Pleasant

 SURFIN7TH Says:  I usually stay at Nick's house when I go to Point Pleasant. This looks like a very nice place to stay!2005 - 2006 Rate CardAll rates base on double occupancyWinterOctober 17, 2005 through April 29, 2006$90.00 to $525.00($90.00 is Coroporate Rate) Spring(Midweek and Weekend... 

Restaurants  

Broadwalk Bar & Grill: Not one of our best meals
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After spending some time walking the boardwalk here at Point Pleasant Beach (Jenkinson) we decided it was time to grab something to eat. We stumbled upon this place and it looked like a nice to grab something to eat before heading off to our next destination.

I will say that the restaurant is really nice, it has an area where you can just ordered from the counter and well as two sit down areas, one upstairs (where the wait was over 1/2 hour) and the downstairs (where we decied to eat).

The waitress asked if we wanted to sit outside (was the back of the restaurant with a view of the street) or inside. It was a nice day and we decided to eat out doors.

We were handed our menus and I definitely wanted some seafood since we were near the beach. Ferni doesn't eat seafood and decided on a burger. But first, I wanted a nice cold drink (I can't exactly recall the name of this frosty drink), Ferni was driving and decided on a coke for his meal.

The food was brought out quite quickly. My shrimp were fresh but the batter was a bit thick and a bit on the bland side, Ferni said his burger was BLAH!!

The prices are a bit overpriced for what you get here as well and I don't think we would bother to come here for food, maybe just drinks!!

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Favorite Dish: I ordered the shrimp and chips which were okay and Ferni had the burger (which looked like it had been frozen) and said it was BLAH!!

Updated Jun 16, 2009

Address: 500 Boardwalk

Phone: 732-714-2242

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Nightlife  

Jenks Club: Big club on the boardwalk
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Jenks is a big club on the Point Pleasant Boardwalk. One of my cousins, who works for the Coors Light Distributor for most of the Jersey Shore, sometimes manages promotional events here. On July 8, 2007, I attended the "Ice Cold Daze" party at Jenks -- and some of the Coors Light girls insisted that I take a photo with them! :)

Updated Apr 10, 2008

Website: http://www.jenksclub.com/

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Shopping  

See list below: A list of antique shops in the Point Pleasant area
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Antique Emporium - Located on the corner of Bay and Trenton Avenue is this famous landmark building. The Antique Emporium houses dealers on two floors and has an incredible amount of collectibles and nostalgia.

Ambiance - At 707 Arnold Avenue you will find Ambiance. This store features shabby chic, primitives, florals, hand painted furnishings, concrete pieces, along with vintage clothing.

Antiques on Bay - Located at 513 Bay Avenue is this shop featuring furniture, quilts, pictures, shabby chic items, mirrors, lamps and other surprises?

Avenue Antiques & Gifts - Antiques, jewelry, furnishings for the home, along with a fine selection of gifts. Centrally located in the heart of Point Pleasant Beach at 638 Arnold Avenue

Deja View Galleria - Right next door to Antiques on Bay at 511 Bay Avenue is Deja View. Here, you will find an upscale shop featuring an eclectic mix of unusual items from around the globe. Don’t miss a chance to browse their collection!

Jessica’s Antiques - At 622 Bay Avenue you can step back in time viewing this collection of vintage furnishings, antiques, primitives and collectibles.

Over the Rainbow/ Wally’s Follies - 718 Arnold Avenue is home to this shop featuring custom framing, antique prints, and costume and sterling vintage jewelry.

Pleasant Times - This 626 Bay Avenue Shop offers timeless antique clocks and watches along with general collectibles and jewelry items. Also featuring clock and watch repair.

Point Pavilion - The old Woolworth Building at 608 Arnold Avenue now plays host to a variety of dealers specializing in many different items. Don’t miss the upstairs section that is easily overlooked!

Pomegranate - Conveniently located at 626 Ocean Road (Route 88) you will find Pomegranate filled with all sorts of antiques. Glassware, silver, vintage jewelry, and homemade chocolate truffles are just a few of the fine items located within their walls.

What to buy: Shore Antique Center - 300 Route 35 (Also known as Richmond Avenue) hosts this center made up of over 40 dealers. Known as "The Dealer’s Shop", this is a great place to locate that particular item that you have been searching for.
The Clock and Antique Shop - Looking for an antique clock? Stop in at 726a Arnold Avenue where The Clock and Antique Shop boasts on having over 200 antique clocks as well as estate jewelry and other antique collectibles.

The Company Store Antiques and Gifts - Directly across from the Antique Emporium (On the corner of Bay and Trenton Avenue) lies The Company Store. Refinished furniture, linens, glassware, china and other gifts fill the walls, floors, and nooks of this established shop.

Wildflower Antiques - 1225 Bay Avenue is where you will find Wildflower Antiques specializing in romantic country-style antiques for the home and garden.
Pomegranate - Conveniently located at 626 Ocean Road (Route 88) you will find Pomegranate filled with all sorts of antiques. Glassware, silver, vintage jewelry, and homemade chocolate truffles are just a few of the fine items located within their walls.

Shore Antique Center - 300 Route 35 (Also known as Richmond Avenue) hosts this center made up of over 40 dealers. Known as "The Dealer’s Shop", this is a great place to locate that particular item that you have been searching for.

The Clock and Antique Shop - Looking for an antique clock? Stop in at 726a Arnold Avenue where The Clock and Antique Shop boasts on having over 200 antique clocks as well as estate jewelry and other antique collectibles.

The Company Store Antiques and Gifts - Directly across from the Antique Emporium (On the corner of Bay and Trenton Avenue) lies The Company Store. Refinished furniture, linens, glassware, china and other gifts fill the walls, floors, and nooks of this established shop.

Wildflower Antiques - 1225 Bay Avenue is where you will find Wildflower Antiques specializing in romantic country-style antiques for the home and garden.

What to pay: Peck's Primitives is a fine example of what's available in Pt. Pleasant

Updated Nov 14, 2006

Address: Bay and Trenton Aves.

Phone: (732) 892-2222

Website: http://www.pecksprimitives.com/

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 Historical Travel
 Romantic Travel and Honeymoons
 Arts and Culture

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Tourist Traps  

Jenks
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The boardwalk itself is a tourist trap in the summer... the prices are pretty high and the parking is a whole other story--$20?! If you really want to see Point Pleasant at its finest, go before tourist season--there is no trash on the beach from rude visitors or aluminum cans all over the jetty.

Unique Suggestions: - The mini golf was really fun--you can't miss it
- The Jenk's Aquarium is an awesome place to stop for the kids
- The waffle sundae sandwich is to die for
- Movie nights on the beach take place on Sundays

Written Jun 23, 2006

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Off The Beaten Path  

Take a relaxing boat ride in the back bays.
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There is so much wildlife and beautiful landscape in the back bays.

Many times of the year the best fishing is behind the islands.

Updated Nov 18, 2006

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 Fishing
 Sailing and Boating
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Sports & Outdoors  

Offshore Tuna Fishing on the "New Gambler"
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For the Angler who would like to try the fishing thrill of a lifetime, come out on the Gambler for one of our 24 Hour Autumn Trips to the 100 Mile Continental Shelf, catch Yellowfin Tuna, Long fin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna - fish weighing in at 50, 100, 200 pounds or more! You may even catch other types of exoctic fish, see whales, porpoise and sea turtles out on these warm crystal clear, Gulf Stream Currents. On Board, you'll meet some nice people to share the adventure. These trips are welcome to Pro or Novice Anglers, but NOT to Couch Potatoes, or the Faint of Heart! We have the gear, the bait and ice storage for your off shore experience, the only thing you will need to bring is a sleeping bag. These trips are limited to a smaller number of anglers for your fishing comfort and depart only once a week after Labor Day, so make your reservations early. As always, the fish you catch on the Gambler are yours to take home.

Equipment: YOU WILL NEED: A sleeping bag or similar equipment, Rain Gear, Extra Clothing, & a Camera are suggested. Rod & Reel can be rented aboard, or you may bring your own rod. (6/0 or equivilent with 80lb. test is suggested) Food & Beverages will also be available in our galley, or you may bring your own. Alcoholic Beverages are limited to one "Six-Pack" per person. NO Hard Liquor is permitted.

Updated Mar 13, 2007

Address: 59 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Phone: (732) 295-7569

Website: http://www.gamblerfishing.net/

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 Sailing and Boating
 Fishing

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