TOMS RIVER, NJ—The 2024 Ocean County Travel Guide, an essential resource for visitors and locals, has been released, offering a wealth of information on the area’s attractions. Frank Sadeghi, Ocean County Commission liaison to the Ocean County Office of Business Development and Tourism, announced the availability of the guide in both print and digital formats.
“I want to encourage our residents and visitors alike to visit our tourism website at OceanCountyTourism.com to access the Travel Guide online or request a complimentary paper copy by mail,” Sadeghi said.
Residents and tourists are encouraged to visit the Ocean County tourism website to download the digital guide or request a free printed copy via mail. The guide features a vibrant cover photo of Viking Village in Barnegat Light, captured by Justin McNeil, winner of the annual Travel Guide Cover Photo Contest. This image highlights the colorful local fishing boats and their reflections on the water, symbolizing the dynamic fishing industry of the area.
“The guide contains our QR codes leading you back to our tourism website where you can find additional information on attractions and upcoming events,” Sadeghi said. “Ocean County has something for everyone and we want to make sure people know about it all.”
The 19-page guide is replete with colorful photographs and details on the various activities and sites in Ocean County, including its 44 miles of sandy beaches, farms, amusement parks, and bustling boardwalks. It also includes QR codes that lead to additional online content about local attractions and upcoming events. Barbara Jo Crea, Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, highlighted that the guide is useful year-round, not just during the summer months.
“From the colorful fishing boats to their reflection on the water, this cover photo is a wonderful representation of the vibrant fishing industry in Ocean County,” Sadeghi said. “It illustrates just one of many facets that draws people to Ocean County. “Once you access the QR code on the travel guide you can also get to our Facebook and Instagram pages which offers a variety of informational posts that highlight Ocean County.”
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