The Jersey Shore is a term used in the mid-Atlantic region of the United States to refer to the Atlantic Ocean- facing coast of New Jersey, together with the adjacent resort and residential communities. Its popularity as a tourist destination is due in large part to the nearly continuous stretch of beaches along its length, classic themes (antique, quaint, and classic), and boardwalks filled with hundreds of rides.
The shore represents one of the most booming real estate markets on the East Coast as its prominence as a tourist destination and vacation spot has risen greatly in the past decade.
The Jersey Shore is home to many world-famous boardwalks in towns including Asbury Park, Belmar, Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, Atlantic City, Ocean City, Wildwood, and Cape May.
Some of the most exclusive and affluent coastal communities in the United States are found lining the Jersey Shore including Deal, Allenhurst, Spring Lake, Bay Head, Mantoloking, Barnegat Light, and Harvey Cedars.
Jersey Shore "locals" are known for their mild-mannered yet staunch disdain for rowdy tourists (shoobie or benny in the local vernacular) from New York City, Philadelphia and North Jersey.
