Seastreak Cruises are the BEST Way to Get the Family on the Water
The weather is finally getting warmer and the sun is starting to shine a little brighter, which means it’s officially time to get outdoors. Seastreak, the primary ferry provider for commuters traveling between NJ and NYC, also offers unique, seasonal routes that the family is sure to love.
Visit one of the finest beaches on the Jersey Shore. Sandy Hook Beach is just a 40 minute boat ride from Manhattan! Owned and operated by the National Park System, the beach is the site of some of the best Jersey Shore views. Sunbathe, swim in the ocean, go on a bike ride, picnic on the beach, or take a walk through the beautiful salt marshes and holly forests. Sandy Hook is also the site of the decommissioned Fort Hancock. Learn more about the area’s rich military history by visiting the abandoned batteries, officer’s row, the Nike missile site, and the oldest continuously operated lighthouse in the United States! To help visitors see all the sites, Seastreak even provides a free shuttle bus.
Take a boat ride to the beach bar of your dreams. The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach is quickly becoming one of the Jersey Shore’s favorite beach bars. NJ Digest even named it on a list of “10 Jersey Shore Beach Bars to Visit During Summer!” The Sandbox is located directly next to the ferry dock, so an escape to paradise couldn’t be any easier. Passengers can hop on a ferry in Manhattan, and 35 minutes later they’ll have a drink in their hand and their feet in the sand. With live music every night, signature cocktails, and food trucks on the premises, it’s no surprise that the Sandbox is a popular spot.
Go on an adventure looking for humpback whales. Humpback whales, sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins, pelagic birds, and sharks? Yes, they all call New York waters home! Whale Watching cruises depart from Seastreak docks in New Jersey and East 35th St. in Manhattan. In less than 30 minutes, passengers are out of New York Harbor and off the coast of Sandy Hook – ideal whale watching habitat. The best time to see whales is between May and October.
Spend a weekend in Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard. Seastreak also offers ferry service from New Bedford, MA to the stunning islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. This route is available between April and December. They even offer valet parking and trip protection with the purchase of tickets.
All Seastreak ferries are high-speed, luxury vessels, which makes them an excellent choice for leisure cruises. Spacious seating, an open-air top deck with 360 degree panoramic views, a fully stocked bar, and a climate controlled cabin all ensure comfortable travel.
Whether you’re craving some sun and surf or an adventure at sea, Seastreak can get you on the water. With four docks in Manhattan, one in Jersey City, and three more in New Jersey, one is sure to be conveniently located for you. This is the season to make some memories with the people you love.
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