Long Beach
For the aptly named “City by the Sea,” life revolves around the relaxing days and spectacular nights spent on the sand. Hurricane Sandy may have decimated the 76-year-old iconic boardwalk, but the city is rebuilding, and you can still surf, sun, drink and dine outdoors, bike, take a walk and pursue the good life in Long Beach.
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Shred some waves at the Skudin Surf School
luxury oceanfront hotel, where Manhattan meets the Hamptons. It’s definitely a must-visit!” the hotel features 143 rooms, an upscale restaurant, private beach access and a rooftop pool deck with mesmerizing views. 6 p.m. Refresh yourself with sunset cocktails at Jack’s On The Rocks Rooftop Bar & Lounge at the Allegria Hotel with floor-to-ceiling glass mosaic columns, a 36-foot Cognac Onyx Bar and access to the rooftop terrace.
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10 a.m. It all begins at Beach Park. Pick up a day pass at the Gazebo on Bay Drive for $12 or buy the LIRR’s Long Beach Package which includes a beach pass and round-trip ticket. Beach entrances are located at both Nevada Avenue and Pacific Boulevard. 1 p.m. Feast at The Shoregasboard, a bevy of food trucks stationed at Riverside Boulevard beach showcasing local eats from Sugo Café, the Beach House, Lido Kosher Deli, Long Beach Wellness, Swingbellys, tutti Frutti, villaggio and the Whale’s tale. Open weekdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on weekends from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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8 a.m. Skudin Surf School is operated by the Skudin family. Dave, Beth and their sons are passionate about teaching others how to master the sport through private and group instruction. the school also offers SUP lessons over on the bay. Start the day riding the ocean waves and end it with a standup sunset salute. Noon Feed your hunger, not your waistline, at the Bungalow. Grab a fruit smoothie or a protein shake and other nutritious basics like wraps and salads. they also deliver, even right to your beach towel!
4 p.m. Keep cool at the ultimate hot spot The Allegria Hotel, located just steps away from the bars, beach and shops of this iconic surfing town. “the Allegria Hotel is truly a hidden gem,” says Allegria’s general manager, Nasser Samman. “Located in the heart of Long Beach, the Allegria is Long Island’s only
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7 a.m. Get physical. Gary Scott, vP of ECA World Fitness and longtime Long Beach resident, misses his boardwalk bike rides for sure, but he still gets his daily workout in. For yoga lovers, Scott recommends Bikram Yoga Long Beach� “It’s a beautiful studio with great instructors,” he says. “the 90-minute original Bikram hot yoga class renews the body, makes one more limber and increases stamina.” Scott also frequents the Long Beach Tennis Center on the bay, which has been completely renovated since Superstorm Sandy, and where there’s year-round tennis on air-conditioned indoor courts. “For budget-conscious fitness enthusiasts, the Long Beach Rec Center is great,” he says. the newly renovated cardio and weight rooms are now open seven days a week with a daily fee of $7 for use by non-members. Kwick Fit boot camp classes take place every Saturday and Sunday at 8 a.m. on the Rec Center boardwalk for those who want to get bikini ready quick. Noon Chow down at the ultimate Sunday Brunch. there’s a fixed fee of $57 per person at The Atlantica Restaurant in the Allegria Hotel. You’ll get unlimited champagne, mimosas and Bloody Marys plus the neverending food stations ranging from createyour-own omelets to super-fresh seafood. Count on the breathtaking oceanfront ambience to make the organically sourced gourmet cuisine taste extra delish.
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2 p.m. Explore Park Avenue. unsound Surf is a surfer’s surf shop. Custom-made and in-stock surfboards line one wall, while the rest of the store offers an array of accessories. Enthusiastic employees—many of them surfers themselves—are a plethora of knowledge. For a Boho-chic vibe, step into Ooh La La Boutique for stylish maxi dresses, simple rompers and denim shorts.
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7 p.m. Curb the munchies at Sugo Cafe� Owner Alan Adams calls the food served at his restaurant “schizophrenic yummy.” Locals consider this the coolest, most eclectic eatery in town. From his kitchen, Master Chef Merlin dispatches magical Italian-style dishes with an urban edge.
2 p.m. Lounge at the Allegria Hotel rooftop pool. Soak up the rays in one of the oversized daybeds situated around the Infinity-edge, saline water-filled pool. Sip on organic juices and clever cocktails while nibbling on tapas fare. 5 p.m. Finish off with a bite at La Bottega. La Bottega has a menu of deliciousdishes plus an extensive gluten-free menu of offerings. there’s also an entire salad menu devoted to things grown out of the ground. Mangia!
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