'Dilapidated' beach town roars to life as a new American hotspot after finally catching a wave
A once-neglected New Jersey shore town known for its rundown boardwalk and weathered homes has reinvented itself as a playground for the wealthy.
Now filled with luxury condos that sell for $4 million, upscale restaurants, wine bars and beautiful beaches, Long Branch has landed on the map for many East Coasters who can travel easily to the shore.
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