Point Pleasant Is 10th Coolest Small Town In America, Survey Says

Point Pleasant is a pretty cool place. Now a travel website says it's one of the coolest towns in America.

The only question is, will it be around long enough to stay cool?

Budget Travel, a travel website, identified the Jersey Shore town as 10th coolest town in America on Thursday. And the news, ironically, came on the same day information was revealed that Point Pleasant Beach would be eliminated under a NJ cost-saving plan.

Read more: Get Rid Of Point Beach, Seaside Heights? NJ Has Plan To Do Just That

The website wasn't totally clear if it meant Point Pleasant Boro, Point Pleasant Beach or both. But, based on the description and praise it provided, it sounds like Budget Travel was referring mostly to Point Pleasant Beach.

"Spread a beach blanket on a perfect stretch of white sand for a state of total relaxation," the website says. "No, you’re not in the Caribbean or the Cape—welcome to one of New Jersey’s most awesome beach and boardwalks, in Point Pleasant, an easy day trip from New York City and Philadelphia and one of the friendliest communities you’ll find anywhere."

The website says the "star attraction" in summer is Jenkinson’s boardwalk, with rides for kids, exceptional food and an array of carnival games.

"Visitors are often surprised that Point Pleasant’s downtown is also one of the coolest antiques districts, with unique stores, quiet coffee shops, friendly locals, and upscale dining for when you’ve finally had your fill of boardwalk fare. Nab hotel bargains by visiting in spring or fall, or splurge a little on a perfect summer lodging like the White Sands, with beach access, an outdoor pool, and an on-site restaurant."

Read the whole list here.

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