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Wildwood Writer

My name is Joey Contino. I am a big lover of anything Wildwood. I have lived and worked in Wildwood my whole life. I worked jobs from working on the beach renting umbrellas and chairs to being a supervisor at Morey's Piers. Wildwood is my life and my home!

First Look - La Cantina Wildwood

First Look – La Cantina Wildwood

First Look – La Cantina Wildwood Exciting changes are coming to the Wildwood dining scene! Construction is about to kick off for La Cantina, the island’s newest Mex-Tex restaurant. Set to transform the iconic Hurricane Night Club building, La Cantina will bring a vibrant mix of tropical and vintage decor to complement its menu of …

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ICONA Resorts’ Plan for Wonderland Pier Sparks Heated Debate in Ocean City

ICONA Resorts’ Plan for Wonderland Pier Sparks Heated Debate in Ocean City

ICONA Resorts’ Plan for Wonderland Pier Sparks Heated Debate in Ocean City Things got heated at last night’s meeting at the Ocean City Library as ICONA Resorts‘ CEO, Eustace Mita, presented his vision for a potential resort to replace Wonderland Pier. The proposed project is still in its conceptual stage and would require several approvals …

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Madison Resorts Nominated for USA Today’s Best New Hotel in the Country

Madison Resorts Nominated for USA Today’s Best New Hotel in the Country

Madison Resorts Nominated for USA Today’s Best New Hotel in the Country Madison Resorts, located in the heart of Wildwood Crest, is making waves nationwide as it vies for the prestigious title of USA Today’s Best New Hotel in the Country. This nomination places Madison Resorts among the finest new accommodations in the United States, …

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Former Morey’s Piers Ride Damaged, Possibly Beyond Repair

Former Morey’s Piers Ride Damaged, Possibly Beyond Repair

Former Morey’s Piers Ride Damaged, Possibly Beyond Repair It’s been a challenging few years for fans of the beloved Morey’s Piers attraction, Boat Tag. Originally located on Morey’s Adventure Pier, Boat Tag was a thrilling ride where players piloted small motorized bumper boats in a water-filled arena. Equipped with ball cannons, participants could shoot at …

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Wonderland Pier Rides Up For Sale

Wonderland Pier Rides Up For Sale

Wonderland Pier Rides Up For Sale For those holding out hope that the beloved rides from the now-closed Wonderland Pier in Ocean City would remain part of the local landscape, recent developments may come as a disappointment. A new advertisement confirms that nearly all of the iconic rides are officially up for sale, signaling the …

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Morey's Piers Great White Roller Coaster Gets Major Upgrade

Morey’s Piers Great White Roller Coaster Gets Major Upgrade

Great White Roller Coaster Gets Major Upgrade Exciting news for thrill-seekers and coaster enthusiasts! Morey’s Piers has just announced that the legendary Great White roller coaster, an iconic fixture at Wildwood’s Adventure Pier, will be getting brand-new coaster trains in time for the 2025 season. This update is set to enhance the experience of one …

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