Category: Things to Do

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Finding Places to Stay in Ocean City, MD!

Are you heading to the beach this summer?

For many Baltimore folks, Ocean City is a very popular destination for beachgoers and vacationers alike. With its sandy beaches, boardwalk attractions, and fun-filled atmosphere, it’s no wonder why so many people flock to the area each year. But finding the right place to stay can be a challenge. Luckily, there are plenty of options when it comes to lodging at the beach.

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The beach at Ocean City, Maryland as seen from the jetty at the Ocean City Inlet.

Finding the right hotel at the beach.

Depending on your budget and how long you plan on staying, there are a variety of accommodations options in Ocean City Hotels. From inexpensive motels to luxury resorts, there is no shortage of places to stay in Ocean City. One of the most popular places to stay in Ocean City is at one of the many boardwalk hotels, which may offer views of the ocean right from your room. If you don’t need that ocean “view” and can walk just one block to the beach, there are plenty of choices along Baltimore Avenue that may fulfill your needs for downtown accommodations. Visit the Ocean City Boardwalk Hotels website for more info, a Boardwalk Hotels Map and a page of Hotel Deals listing current discount prices.

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Fenwick Island Lighthouse

Take a side trip to the beach, a short drive from the Baltimore Peninsula, to see the historic lighthouse in Fenwick Island.

The Fenwick Island Light Station has been a beloved part of the seaside community and a revered landmark for centuries. Located in Fenwick Island, Delaware, this historic lighthouse has overlooked the Atlantic Ocean since 1859. Built in a classic style that is iconic to the area, it stood as a beacon to warn ships of rocky shoals, the Fenwick Shoals, and guiding them safely along their journey.

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Fenwick Island Lighthouse on the border between Fenwick Island, DE and Ocean City, MD

Fenwick Island Lighthouse is an historic landmark with its first lighintg on August 1, 1859. It is the oldest standing structure in Fenwick Island and the oldest lighthouse in Delaware. While the Fenwick Island Light is in Delaware it is located right at the Maryland/Delaware line and is continuously visited by people vacationing in the beach resort. It is currently owned by the state of Delaware but is actively supported by an organized group of volunteers, The New Friends of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse.

Ocean City, Maryland and Fenwick Island Delaware (the lighthouse is on the border between the states) are both a possible day trip or and enjoyable short vacation trip away. The lighthouse is approximately 125 road miles from our Baltimore Peninsula.

Visit the: Fenwick Island Lighthouse Wall Art collection

Visit the: Fenwick Island Lighthouse Website

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Baltimore Sports

The Baltimore Orioles and Baltimore Ravens make their homes right next door.

Baltimore Orioles Team Gear – Show your fan spirit on or off the field with team jerseys and other team gear.

Orioles Baseball in Baltimore
The Orioles set Camden Yards on “fire” starting in the second half of the 2012 baseball season. One of our staff was there to capture “the shot” from one of their hottest games.

Baltimore Ravens Team Gear – Don’t go to a Ravens’ Game without wearing Purple. You can shop for licensed Ravens’ Gear right here.

Ravens Football in Baltimore
The Ravens set fire to the 2012 Post Season by bringing home a SUPER BOWL WIN – for the second time.

Other Sports fans also make their homes in South Baltimore – Of course, there are many folks living in SOBO that grew up in other places – and have an allegiance to another team. We have gear for the Washington Redskins, Pittsburgh Steelers and, yes, even the New York Yankees. College teams and a whole lot more. Shop at Fanatics, a global leader in licensed sports merchandise.