This place is a hidden gem. It was really interesting and fun day when it was raining in Cape May…read moreNj.

Have visited twice - nice collection of aircraft all under one roof & not overwhelming. Staff…read moreon-site were very friendly and helpful. Also nice is the fact that you can get close (sometimes even inside) to the displays, as compared to some of the larger museums. A lot of local history and the NAS's contribution during WWII. There is also a cool little gift shop at the end (isn't there always) where you can pick up memorabilia. I would plan on spending an hour or so minimum - more if your really want to dig in to the displays & videos available. Great for the family & history/aviation buffs. PS - if you're there earlier in the day - check out the Flight Deck Diner for some good comfort food and displays of patches/aircraft models..

I used to take my kids to the old flippers fascination all the time. They loved going there but…read morethis place is weird and yucky. I agree with the person who says it is dirty and smells very bad of mildew. And I don't get the no pictures rule. The reason I don't understand is I had known Randy for years and, and we were in there and he thought I was taking a picture when I was texting my pet sitter. He came up to me telling me to stop and he acted like he didn't believe me. Anyway, later I saw a Facebook post someone put on there about taking pictures. I added to that asked him why he didn't allow it because people adding photos of the old machines to their reviews could get him more business, and next thing you know I was blocked. You don't need to go somewhere for fun and be followed around by spies and getting an asthma attack from the mold. Save your money.

We live in Oregon and often visit the Fascination parlor in Seaside, where my wife's family has…read moreplayed the game for at least four generations. When we were planning a visit to my home state, New Jersey, we wanted to go to Wildwood to play Fascination. It is two hours from where we were staying, but we had never been there. So, we looked up the hours, planned our trip, and got there when it was supposed to be open - after 4pm on a Thursday. The place was closed. We lost a whole day of our vacation trying to get to this place, and from what we could see looking in from the outside, the arcade looks more like a storage unit. A total and complete mess. After this unfortunate, eye opening experience, I honestly don't have many kind words for the people who own and run this place. The nicest thing I can say is, they've got a lot of work to do.

We got here one hour prior to closing. The entrance fee is…read more$16.00. Which is exorbitant for what it is. (The woman at the check in hut gave us half off.) Still a rip off considering we had an hour. The potter was amazing. The knowledge the "shop" keepers had regarding the buildings on the property was amazing. It's just so expensive. $5.00 for ONE blueberry muffin! Won't be rushing back. Go to Williamsburg if you want the real deal!

I visited a few times when my child was young. I miss this place as this place is super cool…read more Tons to see and do.. Love the history They also have beer stuff .. if you're into that ... I'll be back

Interesting little place with so much good content spanning the lifecycle of the Wildwoods. Take 30…read moreminutes out of your next vacation stay to stop in and browse the exhibits. My favorites are former boardwalk piers, plus the Ed Zaberer restaurant section. It's so much fun to look back at places and rides I went to as a kid. Free to enter, donations accepted. Very knowledgeable staff. Check hours in advance directly with staff to make sure they will be open.

An excellent way to take a break from the beach or capitalize on a rainy day. This building is…read moreloaded with time capsules of times past going back over 100 years of Wildwoods life and tradition. Each room is meticulously sorted by departments ranging from Police, fireman, lifeguard services, even hospital and education. They have thousands of records going back over a century. You can get lost for hours if you're a true history buff but if you got kids, it's a great 30-60 minute walk around tour. Historical Society - in!

Coined as America's first seaside resort, Cape May became the country's summer resort destination…read morebecause of its effortless transport by water from Philadelphia to the Atlantic Ocean. Early visitors of Cape May included Henry Clay, Ulysses Grant, and possibly Abraham Lincoln in 1849. Victorian-style architecture was the most common style used from the 1860s to 1900s, during Cape May's reconstruction. Perhaps one of the best-known Victorian houses is the Emlen Physick House. As Cape May's only Victorian house museum, visitors can tour inside, as it was part of our combo trolley ticket. Named for Doctor Emlen Physick, he completed his medical training but did not practice medicine and lived off of his generation's wealth. Designed in 1876 by famed architect Frank Furness, the mansion is an excellent example of a stick-style house. It's characterized by geometric shapes and partially exposed timbers that hint at the house's support structure. An eighteen-room fully furnished features with period-accurate Victorian goods and offers a glimpse of what life was like in the late 1800s. The tour guide, Chris,, was fantastic & really went through every possible detail on the family & the history. Well worth the extra few dollars!

I discovered the Brew Fest event on the Cape May TV Channel. The event featured different beer,…read morewine, and alcohol vendors, so I was glad it wasn't all beer. To purchase alcohol, you needed to present your id and get a wristband which I thought was a good idea. However, I had to stand in a long line to purchase drink tickets even though I wasn't really sure what I was going to drink. I didn't find this to be a good system, and others around me in line seemed to agree. Additionally, there were several food trucks featuring BBQ, burgers, and hotdogs as well as sweets. Places to sit were limited, so it may be helpful to bring chairs or a blanket. There was also a variety of merchandise vendors along with two different live bands, neither of which appealed to me but seemed popular. Parking is limited, so we had to park about 4-5 blocks away.

We saw an entertaining feeding of terrapins and small marine creatures. The highlight is the walk …read more The walk takes you right into the wetlands . So this place is well worth a visit. Although you want to hit it on a nice sunny day. I believe it's only open Saturday and Sunday.

TL;DR: don't miss this unassuming powerhouse of a nature experience…read more Note the five star ration and then reconcile this: it was a hot muggy day and we got there in the late morning with a toddler and other kids. Despite oppressive heat and pre-lunch hangriness, it was a phenomenal experience! Totally worth it. Our kids loved the salt marsh trail, saw everything from mud fiddler crabs and laughing gulls (in their wild, native habitat, not the beach), but also osprey, purple martins, a snowy egret (or at least it was white), horseshoe crabs, diamondback terrapins, and others, all in their native habitat. It was incredible!! After that, we went inside to see the displays and they had a touch tank. The volunteers are all very accessible to my kids and they loved asking questions! Hermit crabs, clear nosed skate, whelks, and others I can't remember. The fish tanks were filled with fish from the area, all interesting, and mostly unembellished, which is perhaps one of the most phenomenal things about the place. Some places stand on their marketing mostly, this place doesn't have showy displays. It's tactile, up close, and endemic. My kids had SUCH an amazing time that they wanted to go back more than anything! After that, we went to see the turtle room, and while there was some good learning, there, we hit our limit. So, read: it's a perfect size, not too small, not too big m. You won't exhaust yourself completely here, but you won't be bored. Sure, it's a nature preserve. You've got to have the mindset for it, but if you do, this is easily one of the best zoo/museum type experiences I've been to (and that includes San Diego Zoo, Philadelphia Zoo, and others).

The staff were really nice and inviting. Has a good mission with good intentions. Would recommend…read moreyou visit if you are in Cape May.

RIO GRANDE: The Forgotten Warriors Vietnam Museum is a special place full of artifacts, books,…read morephotos, letters, and an educational experience about the Vietnam War and its soldiers. We heard stories from Vietnam Veteran Peter, who was volunteering his time to give a tour and share his personal stories of the war. Thank you to Vietnam Vet, Tom Collins, for starting this museum and providing a place to learn, reflect, and pay respects. There is a chapel and memorial outside along with some military vehicles. Leashed dogs are allowed inside; due to the sensitive nature of the historical items, please use caution while walking through.

The most amazing history and artifacts. I loved everything. Staff were so friendly and informative…read more I can't wait to go back. Please keep funding this gem!

The museum is a great visit on a rainy day or when you want do something out of the heat. Kid…read morefriendly with lots of stuff to start talking about the "good old days". Free

Great travel company. My friends booked a 3 day trip with senior excursions last year and we all…read morehad a wonderfiul. the itinerary was full of fun things to do and see. The rooms at the Adventurer Resort were beautiful. We had such a great time, we are going again this year.

I booked a trip for our group with Senior Excursions called Trains Across The Mountains based on…read morethe original announcement, which was very impressive. I questioned how we would accomplish 12 attractions in 4 days. I was told "I will make it work and I can assure you we will get everything listed on the itinerary.". That NEVER happened. We saw 5 out of the original 12 Attractions. After venues were being deleted I was told "typically we stop the first night; coming home we drive straight through", which would have been about 15-16 hours if you add food and comfort stops. How could a company called SENIOR EXCURSIONS expect mobility and visually impaired people to get off and on a bus at night. They tweaked the schedule by replacing two train rides with one. I was told the Hobo/Winnipesaukee would not accept a charter for less than 100 people. I contacted that railroad ... after the fact, as I believed what I was told ... who stated minimum charter was 45. We had 45! How the fiasco played out: first of all, Easton Coach, who they contracted, advertised Wi-Fi on their Coach but it was not available. Older bus with no overhead coverings and non-working seat belts on several seats. Driver stated he was not given driving directions by the tour company. DAY 1: Travel day to New Hampshire but changed to Comfort Inn in Latham New York. Flyer stated 3 nights in Laconia New Hampshire area, which I was told had a health issue (bed bugs). Hotel had NO BAGGAGE HANDLING after I was told "all venues had been paid and luggage included". Four of our passengers had to unload luggage and take to rooms. Dinner at Ninety-Nine Restaurant & Pub was excellent! Ice cream at Guptill's was a very good replacement for Billings Farm on original itinerary. DAY 2: Photo stop at Quechee Gorge was more like a NONEVENT as had to briskly walk to bridge for a picture. NEVER saw Quechee Village or Scenic Route 100. Next was Cog Railway replacing the original two railroads. BARELY made it but just did thanks to our driver Bill. Had 5 minutes to get 45 passengers, some with mobility issues, off bus and board train as could not change our scheduled time and no refund if we missed train. POOR PLANNING! Cog was an exciting experience. Very cold at top of mountain but we were prepared. Getting there definitely was NOT! Next stop Gilford Country Store for 45 minutes to shop. This was the ONLY shopping stop as two others were eliminated. POOR PLANNING AGAIN! T-Bones American Eatery was delicious! Depart for Fireside Inn & Suites in Gilford NH. AGAIN NO LUGGAGE HANDLING available and our fellows had to unload and deliver. This time hotel stated baggage handling was NOT INCLUDED! DAY 3: Brief photo op at Franconia Notch...nowhere near the direction we were headed for Castle in Clouds which our itinerary showed we were scheduled for 9:30 am....Castle did not open until 10 am. VERY POOR PLANNING AGAIN by company that claimed they have done these trips before. Wright WW II Museum was very informative. Dinner at Taste of Italy 23 was very good. More bus time back to hotel in Latham NY. OF COURSE NO BAGGAGE HANDLING AGAIN! Senior Excursions called hotel that morning and told them about 4 people needed assistance with luggage. Seriously, when I was told it was included! DAY 4: travel back to Pittsburgh with food and comfort stops....close to 11 hours. EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED as this was PROMISED to be an EXCELLENT TRIP even with changes. VERY, VERY POOR PLANNING by company claiming they have been in business 30+ years and have run this trip from Pittsburgh PA in the past. CHECK INTO EVERYTHING IF YOU CHOOSE TO BOOK WITH SENIOR EXCURSIONS......Do not believe what you were promised! NEVER, NEVER will we travel with this tour company again and I NEVER would recommend them to anyone. TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE! Sandi A. Pittsburgh, PA