Ocean City Magazine & Seven Mile Island Guide Book Delivered Direct To Our Customers

During Summer 2010,  Ocean City Magazine and Seven Mile Island guide books were included with our linen and towel orders.   The books include tons of options for places to go and things to do when visiting Ocean City, Avalon and Stone Harbor.


Relax Concierge is dedicated to  making our customers experience more similar to a stay at a hotel.   In addition to the magazine and guide book, our 2011 customers receive complimentary sparkling water, "Do Not Disturb" door tags among other hotel-esque extras.


Over the next few months, we will also be offering both Ocean City and Seven Mile Island Guide Books for purchase on our website.   

About Ocean City Magazine

Ocean City magazine is a  publication covering shopping, dining, things-to-do, local personalities, entertainment, and fashion in Ocean City.

http://www.ocnjmagazine.com/



Ocean City Guide Book and Seven Mile Island Guide Book includes to the Best Places to Eat, Shop, Stay and Play in Ocean City, Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ.  You'll find places to shop, dine, dance and stay over, as well as events, history and more.
http://www.gonenativecommunications.com/

Member of Surfrider Foundation

Relax Concierge is now a member of the Jersey Shore chapter of  the Surfrider Foundation.


The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves and beaches. 


We love all the beaches at the Jersey Shore. Each shore town and beach has something different to offer.  Whether it be a vibrant boardwalk overlooking the water,  excellent surfing or a spot to cool off on a hot summer day,  we are lucky to have such nice beaches.


It is our goal to make Jersey Shore vacations more relaxing and enjoyable for our clients by providing premium rental items (linens, towels, beach gear) and services (concierge, groceries, bed making).   We are fortunate that Surfrider is dedicated to protecting our beaches so our clients can hit the sand and surf and create lasting memories.  

Essential Grocery Shopping Package

Getting the car packed for vacation is a major pain.    Toilet paper, napkins, soap... Essential beach house items take time to purchase, pack and store in your car on your way to your vacation destination.  


Let Relax Concierge take care of this for you.  All items are delivered right to your vacation home at the start of your vacation.    It's that easy! 

Here's a list of whats included:

FOR THE KITCHEN	QTY
Aluminum Foil Saranwrap	1 1
Plastic Dinnerware (Forks, Spoon, Knives)  8 place settings per box	3 boxes
Solo Plastic Cups (18 oz)	50 cups
Dinner Size Paper Plates	72
Ziplock Gallon Bags	15
CLEANING
Brillo Steel Wool Soap Pads	3
Heavy Duty Scrub Sponges	3
Dishwashing Liquid (14 oz)	1
Foaming Hand  Disinfectant Soap	1
Tide Laundry Detergent  (Perfume Free and Gentle)	1
Dryer Sheets (Perfume Free)	10
FOR THE BATHROOM
Dial Soap - Antibacterial Deodorant White 4.5 oz bar	3
Herbal Essence Shampoo 12 oz	2
Herbal Essence Conditioner 12 oz	2
Crest Toothpaste  6.4 oz	2
Toothbrush (Just in case)	2
Bathroom Tissue 2 ply ultra soft If brand is not listed, be assured we will only purchase well known brands. To reserve, visit
http://www.relaxconcierge.com/services.html
4 rolls

Relax Concierge Recommends... (Somers Point, NJ)

Many vacationers at the Jersey Shore already know Relax Concierge for their egyptian cotton linens rentals, luxurious towel rentals and beach item rentals.  What you may not know is we provide free recommendations to area restaurants, stores and local area attractions.  Relax Concierge wants to provide you with the customer oriented assistance you would receive if staying at a fine hotel.     Feel free to call us and ask for assistance.    If we don't know we'd be happy to look it into your request in more detail.

The following are just a few recommendations in Somers Point, NJ.

Inlet

998 Bay Avenue, Somers Point, NJ 08244

(609) 926-9611

Awesome location right on the bay.   Nice dining room.  Good spot for a drink at the bar.  Good spot to sit outside and enjoy the music while admiring the ferris wheels in OC across the bay.  If you are planning to have a large group (e.g. family reunion) - they have a large room available for parties. 

Smitty’s Clam Bar 

910 Bay Ave, Somers Point, NJ 08244

(609) 927-878

Great spot for a casual seafood lunch or dinner.  We love their seafood casseroles, New England clam chowder, and Tuna dish.  Prices are really reasonable.  It gets really busy during dinner time. We’ve occasionally called in a take out order to avoid waiting.  BYO. Cash Only.

Anchorage

823 Bay Ave, Somers Point, NJ 08244-2346

(609) 926-1776

Great  bar and restaurant.  We like their nachos, potato skins, among other things.The dining room is nice if you don’t want to sit at the bar.  It gets so crowded and the wait can be really long.  They do take out if you don’t want to wait.

Visit us at www.relaxconcierge.com for a full listing of our rental items, purchase items and services.

Relax Concierge Recommends... (Ocean City, NJ)

OCEAN CITY RECOMMENDATIONS 

Many vacationers at the Jersey Shore already know Relax Concierge for their egyptian cotton linens rentals, luxurious towel rentals and beach item rentals. What you may not know is we provide free recommendations to area restaurants, stores and local area attractions. 

Relax Concierge wants to provide you with the customer oriented assistance you would receive if staying at a fine hotel. Feel free to call us and ask for assistance. If we don't know we'd be happy to look it into your request in more detail. 

The following are just a few recommendations in Ocean City, NJ.Just remember - Ocean City is a dry town. Alcohol (including BYO) is not allowed.

RESTAURANTS 

701 Mosaic
701 E.4th St 
609-398-2700
Good jerk chicken and specialty alcohol free drinks. Carribbean food.

Aunt Betty’s Ice Cream
2100 Asbury Ave
Very cool ice cream spot perfect for the family. The Rocky Road is sooo good. The line may be out the door but it gives you a chance to decide what to get. It is especially great if you can walk there from your vacation spot . However, but street parking is available. Aunt Betty's has 2 locations. We prefer the vibe the listed location. 

Crazy Susan Cookies 
1345 West Ave and on the Boardwalk
(609) 391-1919 
http://www.crazysusanscookies.com/ 
Cookies are soooo good! Priced about the same as a cupcake or an ice cream and totally worth it. We like to bring these when visiting friends on the island. 

Emily's Ocean Room Cafe at the Flanders
19 E. 11th Street
(609) 398-5700
http://www.theflandershotel.com/emilys.asp
We like Emily's because its a little different from other Ocean City options.The Flanders is a great spot to walk around and check out the historic and haunted hotel and Cape May-esque gift shops. If walking around - check out the ballroom level where events are held.

Hula Grill
940 Boardwalk
609-399-2400
http://www.hulasauces.com/
Finally a great spot for healthy eating on the boardwalk. We like their coconut shrimp (did we say healthy ?). It comes with awesome sticky rice and a side salad with delicious dressing. 

Jon and Patty’s
637 Asbury Avenue
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ocean-City-NJ/Jon-Pattys-Coffee-Bar-and-Bistro/167074502415 
Great spot for breakfast and lunch. One of the few coffee shops in town. We enjoy sitting outside on Asbury while enjoying coffee and the veggie bomb omelettes. Free wifi.

Mallon's Sticky Buns
1340 Bay Avenue 
(609) 399-5531 
http://www.mallonsstickybuns.com/ 
The smell is so wonderful when you pull up to the front of the store. The taste is even better especially after warming up for a bit. We dream of 'em. 

Piccini
1258 West Ave
http://www.menuism.com/restaurants/piccini-ocean-city-90701/online-menu 
Good spot for brick oven pizza and pasta. We love their pasta dishes. They give you more than enough for 1 person. We don’t suggest eating there since it is usually packed. They deliver and do take out. They do not take credit cards so bring cash or plan to stop at the bank machine at Wawa next door.

Positively 4th Street Cafe
400 Atlantic Avenue 
(609) 399-8400
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ocean-City-NJ/positively-4th-street/62998006969
Stop on buy for a cup of coffee. We prefer to bike there. 

Scullys 
955 Asbury Ave
(609) 391-1111
http://www.scullysasbury.com/Welcome.html 
Often recommended by locals. If nice out- grab an outside table.

Who's on First
100 Asbury Avenue 
http://www.yelp.com/biz/whos-on-first-ocean-city
Enjoy a scone while checking out the funky local art. 

Surf Cafe 
715 E 8th St 
Great breakfast spot. Relax and watch the surfing videos in their cool restaurant. Reminiscent of a day in Key West. 

If you are so inclined to leave Ocean City to check out dining options in other towns, check out our listings for Somers Point and Margate.

SHOPS AND MORE...

Animal House
705 Asbury Ave.
Take it from our pup - this is the best pet store around.  Awesome collars.  The owner is very helpful when it comes to the best nutrition options for your pet.
Kidz Creations
811 Asbury Ave. 
http://www.kidzcreations.biz/ 
Looking for a rainy day activity in Ocean City? Here's a good spot to bring the kids for science, cooking and art workshops rain or shine. 

P Francis
733 Asbury Ave.
609) 399-5570
We love their candles and home items. 

Potomac Bead Company
910 Asbury Ave.
(609) 399-4400
http://www.potomacbeads.com/oceancity.html


REALTY OFFICES

Berger Realty
3160 Asbury Ave. 
(877) 237-4371
17th and Boardwalk 
(888) 579-0095
Ask to speak with Kevin Halliday.
55th and Haven
(800) 399-3484
http://www.bergerrealty.com/ 
Ask to speak with Ellen Senft. 

Down the Shore Realty
2163 Asbury Ave.
(609)398-3199
http://www.DTSRealty.com

Fox Realty
Brighton Place 
(800) 628-9649
33rd Street
(800) 799-0290
http://www.foxocnj.com

Prudential
5501 West Avenue
(800) 345-7865 
http://www.ocnj.com

Ocean City NJ Garbage Pickup

In case you are wondering when trash and recycling collection is provided in Ocean City, below is the schedule:


Summer (3rd Monday in June -Saturday following the 1st Monday in September)

Longport Bridge to north end of 9th Street Monday and Thursday (yard waste Thursday)
South side of 9th Street to north side of 28th Street, Tuesday and Friday (yard waste Tuesday)
South side of 28th Street to 59th Street, Wednesday and Saturday (yard waste Wednesday)

Winter:
The winter trash and recycling collection schedule is:
Monday is south side of 34th to 59th Streets
Tuesday is south side of 17th to north side of 34th Streets
Wednesday is south side of 9th to north side of 17th Streets
Thursday is south side of 3rd to north side of 9th Streets
Friday is Longport Bridge to north side of 3rd Streets

Recycling:
It is a law to recycle in Ocean City (actually in all of NJ). Access the below link to find out more:
http://services.ocnj.us/YourGovernment/CityDepartments/PublicWorks/RecycleInformation/tabid/122/Default.aspx

Relax Concierge Participates in Ocean City Free Vacation Giveaway

The "Free 7-Day Family Summer Vacation" contest, run by the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, is in the final week.

The contest was run for 8 weeks this summer. Local real estate agencies participated in the contest by offering a free vacation home for each week. Local businesses contributed by providing free gifts and coupons to the lucky winners. A gift basket was presented by the Chamber to each lucky winner at the start of their vacation.

Relax Concierge was happy to be a part of the contest. We provided free L'Occitane toiletries for each of the bathrooms and outdoor showers to the following winners:

3102 Central Ave. 2nd Fl (Monihan Real Estate)

1804 Asbury Ave. 1st Fl (Marr Real Estate)

822 4th St. 1st Fl (Fox Real Estate)

2530 Wesley Ave. South Unit (Grace Real Estate)

856 7th St. (Re-Max Real Estate)

Congratulations to all winners!

For more information on the contest,

http://www.oceancitychamber.com/contestentry.aspx

To place an order for your next vacation,

www.relaxconcierge.com

That's a whole lot of time to pack sheets!

Are you getting ready for your Jersey Shore vacation but not looking forward to all the advance planning required for packing up sheets for your stay?

If you think about it, there is a lot involved in the process. Below is a breakdown of steps involved with time estimates:

• Take sheets off beds at home - 10 minutes
• Purchase sheets for trip (if all sheet sizes are not available at home) -30 minutes
• Prewash, dry and pack sheets for your trip - 60 minutes
• Unpack and make beds at vacation property - 30 minutes
• Return home to wash and dry sheets - 60 minutes
• Unpack, remake beds or fold and store - 20 minutes

Have you considered a vacation linen service that will do all this for you? Relax Concierge is here to help! We enhance vacations by providing the finest personal service and resort style amenities.

Sleep in the softness of our luxurious 100% white Egyptian cotton sheets like those found in world class hotels. Our fine linens are crafted from ling staple Giza cotton grown in the lush Nile River Valley.

You may even like our sheets more than your own.

Visit www.relaxconcierge.com to reserve today.