Brigantine Beach is the perfect choice for a family beach vacation in this timeless and quaint New Jersey beach town. Just moments from the casinos, restaurants and attractions of Atlantic City, less than an hour from Philadelphia and under two hours from New York City, Brigantine Beach is one of New Jersey’s best kept secrets. Brigantine is light-years removed from the crowds and energy of Atlantic City (yet just an eight-minute drive over the causeway for visitors who want to soak up the AC experience). Brigantine is nicknamed “an island you’ll love for life” by the locals and it’s easy to see why. It is a place where families can spend the day lounging on the beach, paddling kayaks around the island, birdwatching in a nature preserve, or playing a round of golf. Visit Brigantine Beach and you too will begin to say "Brigantine Beach .... an island you'll love for life!