3decades3kids Checks Out Pole Position Raceway in Jersey City, NJ -Minutes From NYC

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3decades3kids Checks Out
Pole Position Raceway
Jersey City, NJ
Minutes from NYC
polepositionraceway.com
Recently my family was invited to check out Pole Position Raceway in Jersey City, NJ. Pole Position Raceway is an electric kart racing center with full track located just minutes from NYC.
From the moment we noticed the first race flag on the road we were excited to follow the flags to lead us right into the raceway! It was easy to find although it is off road. 
My family was shocked to see this giant facility right in Jersey City! What a find!
Children 48 inches and taller and adults can have a blast Kart Racing at Pole Position Raceway.
We were lucky enough to meet up with the owner, Karen, who took us on a guided tour of the facility.  We were shown the Party area, Lounge area, and VIP area(including a private room). Pole Position Raceway can accommodate any type of event or function from birthday parties to bachelor parties to corporate events. We were also shown the shop where full time mechanics were on hand to make sure the karts were purring.

State of the arts Check in Center
Prepping Area
Hubby and Adam in 15 lap race.
VIP Lounge

 My husband and son could not wait to get the fun started and it was not long before they were being prepped for their big race. I just want to mention that my son has never been inside of any type of karting center, so he was very eager to learn everything and get into the kart!

After checking in on the ipad and choosing a name, hubby and son were shown a prepping dvd about how to operate the kart and all the steps needed to have a successful and safe race. Prepping is definitely needed, especially since the karts go up to 45 mph. After the dvd they were given a head sock and fitted personally for their racing helmets. They really looked official!

Actual Racer Gear

 I also had my five year old daughter along. I am glad to report that even though she was too young to drive, she had plenty to do.Each rider is fitted to a helmet and to a kart according to their size and age. It wasn’t long before they were inside their electric karts and zipping around the track. They were in a fifteen lap race which really gave them a chance to get the feel for the kart and the track. Although my son did have a minor crash, he was met by an instructor on the track and shown exactly what to do so he could continue his ride. One feature I just loved was how ALL karts could be slowed down or stopped at a moments notice by one of the track attendants. This was a big comfort to me as a mom watching from the side. 

There were a bunch of arcade games to choose from, including Skee Ball, Air Hockey, and a 4 car racing game that you are able to steer. She especially loved this one because it made her feel like she was in on the action!  

Em having some fun on the arcade games.

Another thing I loved about Pole Position Raceway was that the track is in view no matter where you are in the building. Seats surround much of the track for viewing and cheering pleasure!
You can also enjoy food, snack, drinks and souvenirs right at your fingertips!
If you are looking for something fun to do with your family or friends or by yourself, this is definitely the place for you.
I was already asked WHEN we were going back! That’s a true sign that Pole Position Raceway got the big thumbs up!

You can check out more about Pole Position Raceway by clicking here and find out more about Pole Position Raceway CAMP by clicking here.
On Select Mondays you can check out the Super G race track where both tracks are combined to make the longest raceway in the USA! Don’t miss it!
Check out pricing for ArriveAndDrive by clicking here!
Connect to my last post about Pole Position Raceway by clicking here.

Disclosure: Racing Passes/arcade tokens/tee shirt provided by Pole Position Raceway for purpose of review. All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan.

Email: ELGeorgia@aol.com 
Diane Sullivan








Medieval Times Celebrates The Year Of The Dragon At Turtle Back Zoo

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Medieval Times 
Celebrates 
The Year Of The Dragon at
Turtle Back Zoo
West Orange, NJ
Spending the day with The King of Medieval Times is not  a very common thing for our family to do, but yesterday we had to the chance to mingle among the royalty right at Turtle Back Zoo.
Medieval Times(Lyndhurst,NJ) spent the day at Turtle Back Zoo(West Orange, NJ) as one of their fantastic summer zoo events.
The day was grand as our family got to chat with knights, the princess, and the King himself. They were all on hand to celebrate Turtle Back Zoo’s newest attraction, the Komodo dragon. Since it is the year of the dragon it was a great combo. My family and I  along with crowds of spectators had the chance to see demonstrations of exactly how the knights at Medieval Times use their swords and shields.

http://medievaltimes.com/lyndhurst.aspx

The clank of sword to sword and sword to shield really sent the crowd into wildly chanting for the knight of their realm! After each of the demos the lucky crowd gathered to see if they were one of the two lucky 4pack ticket giveaways to Medieval Times! With each demonstration another 8 tickets were given away. I’m happy to say that no one left empty handed. Both adults and children were given crowns to wear to support their knight which included a discount ticket. There was also a Medieval Times cap giveaway!
The King, Princess, and knights were  on hand to meet and greet and take photos with anyone that approached. A unique opportunity that is a little tougher to get accomplished at the Medieval Times castle itself.
Of course our trip would not have been complete without visit the one and only Komodo Dragon housed in New Jersey! I expected to see a ferocious beast, but I must say he was quite adorable.
Of course, that was from the “other side” of the glass!
If you have a chance to get over to Turtle Back Zoo, don’t miss it! It’s  a wonderful day out with the family with plenty to do.
Medieval Times is located in Lyndhurst, NJ. It’s another don’t miss on our list of fun!
Disclosure: Family pass for review was provided by Turtle Back Zoo. All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan.

Email: ELGeorgia@aol.com 
Diane Sullivan