Jersey Shore Tourism Experts Predict Promising 2025 Summer Despite Economic Uncertainty

Economic uncertainty remains the primary concern for Jersey Shore businesses this summer, as highlighted during the 17th annual Jersey Shorecast hosted by Stockton University. Panelists, including regional tourism and hospitality experts, noted that the 2024 season was marked by a decrease in gross gaming revenue, employment, and vehicle traffic, partly due to canceled events like the Visit Atlantic City Airshow and the absence of beach concerts. Despite these challenges, Atlantic City casinos are seeing record internet gaming revenues that have surpassed traditional brick-and-mortar earnings, although net revenue is slightly down due to fewer hotel stays. To counteract last summer's underperformance, tourism officials are planning more events and launching marketing campaigns that emphasize nearby attractions such as wineries and golf courses. Experts remain cautiously optimistic about modest gains in the 2025 season amid ongoing economic, labor market, and international travel uncertainties. The focus is on creating memorable experiences that can attract visitors and stimulate the local economy.