The Happiest Beach Town in America Is Right Here in South Jersey

There are so may reasons to be happy living in a beach town. The lure of the beach would be tops for me. The nightlife, the fresh air and the freshest seafood are a few things that come to mind for me.

The folks at Coastal Living just put out a list of the Top 10 happiest seaside towns in all of America. From the East, West,Gulf Coasts and Great Lakes, the #1 happiest seaside town in the country is right here in New Jersey!

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Congratulations to Ocean City being named the Happiest Seaside Town in America according to the list! Some of the reasons for O.C.'s top ranking include the boardwalk, the beaches, beach events, family friendly atmosphere and Victorian houses.

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Here's the Top 10 in order:

1. Ocean City, New Jersey

2. Traverse City, Michigan

3. Cape Charles, Virgina

4. Vero Beach, Florida

5. Bluffton, South Carolina

6. Anna Maria, Florida

7. Cambria, California

8. Hampton Beach, New Hampshire

9. Bellport, New York

10. Cannon Beach, Oregon