A recent viral video posted by a Philadelphia-based influencer has sparked a debate about the soaring costs of Jersey Shore vacations. The influencer claimed that her family pays $10,000 each year to rent a house in Sea Isle City for a week.
Increasing Costs
According to research from Affinity Federal Credit Union, the average cost of a Jersey Shore vacation this summer is 11.29% higher than last year. Week-long vacation rentals in Asbury Park, Point Pleasant, and Seaside Heights have increased by 53% year over year.
Some locals and frequent visitors have expressed that the annual tradition is no longer worth the price tag. However, others defended the costs, citing the tradition and the experience of visiting the same town every year with the same group of friends.
Alternative Options
Some people have suggested that the money spent on a Jersey Shore vacation could be better spent on an international trip. Duane Watlington, founder of Vacation Rentals Jersey Shore, recommended considering June or September for lower prices, which can sometimes be 50% lower than peak season rates.
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