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It turned out to be a wonderful, fun, and unique experience—complete with casinos, drag queens, shopping, and even a parade! I boarded my Spirit Airlines direct flight to Newark with ease. Yes, Spirit is known for charging extra for just about everything, but I discovered that you can purchase a package that includes free checked bags, cocktails, early boarding, and snacks.

From check-in to baggage claim, my Spirit experience was smooth and hassle-free. As a Disney fanatic, I was especially excited to visit the Disney Outlet Store, which is becoming increasingly rare since most have shut down. In fact, there are no Disney stores at all in Louisiana, Mississippi, or Alabama—the closest ones are in Florida or Texas.

But I digress.

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After our shopping spree, we took a minute drive to the charming town of Keansburg, located along the Jersey Shore. I opted for the fish and chips, which were cooked to perfection. Their craft cocktail menu was just as impressive. It was the perfect way to wrap up my first day in Jersey. The drive took about two hours, and along the way, we made a pit stop for breakfast at the Rainbow Diner in Brick, New Jersey.

Now, let me tell you—Adikus and David are true connoisseurs of diner food. Besides, any restaurant with a giant neon rainbow on the roof has to be magically delicious—and it was! The menu featured classic, old-fashioned diner fare, and the place was absolutely packed. Not just in the diner, but all along the Jersey Shore.

The more bling, the better. It was camp, gaudy, ostentatiously fabulous—and I loved every minute of it. I always thought the characters on Jersey Shore were exaggerated for TV, but no—they are real, and they come in all ages. It was fantastic! Brigantine Beach has an intriguing history. The Dutch were the first Europeans to explore this coastline in their search for a waterway to the Orient.

The island also played a role in shipbuilding, salt production, and whaling. After dropping off our bags, we immediately headed to Atlantic City. By sheer luck, our visit coincided with the 37th Annual Atlantic City St. The parade was a blast! My favorite part? These bands wear elaborate, Mardi Gras Royalty-style costumes—feathers, rhinestones, glitter—the works.