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A quintessential beach town 30 miles south of Atlantic City on the Jersey Shore is set to introduce an innovative digital solution for the forthcoming beach season. In a bid to modernize and streamline access to its beaches, Sea Isle City will offer digital beach tags for the very first time.
The introduction of this digital system has been designed to enhance the visitor experience. Beachgoers are now able to download their beach tag directly onto their smartphone, which can then be presented to a beach tag inspector upon arrival. This technological advancement eliminates the need for physical tags, sparing the potential for misplaced badges and the inconvenience of tan lines attributed to pinned beach tags.
Katherine Custer, the Director of Communications for Sea Isle City, has clarified that the transition to digital will remain optional. Visitors can continue to utilize traditional physical tags if they prefer. However, the digital alternative represents a forward-thinking approach to beach access, aligning with the evolving digital landscape of 2024.
The digital beach tags can be procured via the My Beach Mobile application. This platform serves as a comprehensive hub for beach-related services, including shuttle passes and recreational area passes. The app emphasizes convenience, offering an all-encompassing solution to facilitate an optimal beach experience.
The application also incorporates a level of flexibility, offering the potential for electronic transfer of beach tags between users, in accordance with local regulations. This feature is particularly beneficial for rental owners who wish to provide beach tags for their tenants. Additionally, daily beach tags can be shared by the original purchaser for the entire day.
Regarding security and privacy concerns, the My Beach Mobile application employs a secure payment processing system, along with end-to-end encryption for all personal and private data.