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his summer in Ocean City will be a little different than other summers for sure. It will be important to practice physical distancing, washing one’s hands and wearing a face mask as necessary. However, it will still be important to enjoy one’s self while visiting Ocean City and all that it has to offer. Downtown Ocean City is the perfect vacation spot for all people, from families to the over-21 crowd. Offering attractions for all ages and interests, such as its fabulous beach, exciting Boardwalk and many other things, you can make Ocean City the vacation you desire. In addition to these appealing attractions, there is a wide variety of hotels and restaurants to fit your needs.
Downtown Ocean City is home to a number of hotels and motels that offer a variety of styles and rates. Most of these establishments are family owned businesses and have served Ocean City visitors for generations, while others are quite new. In addition, there are plenty of accommodations that are available for daily, weekly, seasonal, or year-round rental. Another major draw of the downtown area is the abundance of restaurants, from gourmet to casual dining, and don’t forget our famous Maryland blue crabs. Along with the eateries right on the Boardwalk, other popular options can be found along the bayside and streets of the downtown area of the resort. Whether you’re looking for a quiet crowd or a
party crowd, you don’t have to look far. Retail stores are necessary in establishing a strong identity for a downtown area, and Ocean City is no exception. While the Boardwalk businesses provide a multitude of retail goods to visitors, from sweets to graphic-tees, businesses off the Boardwalk offer more of a specialty character and boutique-like atmosphere. The next time you are in the downtown area, make sure you pop in for some shopping. Here are several other reasons to visit Downtown Ocean City, whether it’s during the off-season or in the height of summer: Water sports and fishing: Downtown Continued on page 4