This 'Puddle' Is The Most Romantic Place In NJ
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This 'Puddle' Is The Most Romantic Place In NJ A new list compiled by Travel + Leisure highlights the most romantic spot in every state. This is where New Jerseyans feel the most love.NEW JERSEY — Passion Puddle on the Rutgers University campus is the most romantic place in New Jersey, according to a recently released list.
While the spot isn't an actual puddle, the small pond between the Cook and Douglass campuses off Red Oak Lane in New Brunswick is a favorite location for young lovebirds, according to the university.
A recent list by Travel + Leisure compiled the most romantic places in every state. Writers agreed Passion Puddle was worth a visit.
"College sweethearts can spend their time at Rutgers' Passion Puddle, the site of legendary collegiate romance lore," according to Travel + Leisure writers. "According to Rutgers tradition, anyone who walks around the pond three times with their lover will marry them — so be sure that your pond-side strolling is done with the right person."
The lore behind Passion Puddle is more specific. According to the university, legend says if a male student from Cook College and a Douglass College woman held hands and walked around the pond, they would be married and live happily ever after.
In 2015, Passion Puddle was also named one of the top 25 most romantic spots on an American college campus by College Ranker. It ranked sixth on the list.
Interested in planning another romantic getaway in New Jersey? The New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism has a few additional suggestions :
- Spend a weekend relaxing at Crystal Springs Resort .
- See a bit of the coastline with a ride on the Cape May – Lewes Ferry .
- Enjoy the fresh air with a guided trail ride at Echo Lake Stable or a riding lesson at Watchung Stable .
- Enjoy a themed or seasonal train ride on New Jersey's only operating steam locomotive with Delaware River Railroad Excursions .
- Experience multiple wineries by taking a trip with New Jersey Wine Tours .
See the most romantic spot in every state , according to Travel + Leisure.
