Local Getaways

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Top 5 Local Getaways

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Ocean City, Maryland

If you live in Maryland, chances are you have visited Ocean City, Maryland. For many Marylanders, it can be a fun getaway that is perfect for a day trip, a weekend getaway or week long beach vacation without ever leaving the state. In the summer, there are free events every day of the week to keep your family busy all vacation long. Enjoy movies on the beach, family beach Olympics, sundaes and concerts in the park and much more. If you are looking for a romantic trip, try one of the local B&B’s and a candle light dinner to start your weekend off right. For our golfers, there are 17 championship courses within a few minutes. If fishing is more your style, you and your group can rent charter boats for an excursion. Ocean City is also famous for its parasailing, personal watercraft, and boat adventures. There is also surfing and paddle boarding. Last, but not least, there is a multitude of shopping and exquisite dining. You won’t ever be bored. OCOcean.com.

Deep Creek, Maryland

Carved in the quiet mountains of western Maryland, Deep Creek Lake is a unique four-season destination. The mountain climate gives the area four distinct seasons, with plenty of adventure and action for each. Summer days are filled with sunshine and shimmering water as boats and other water-goers glide through the waters. There is powerboating as well as canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. Explore some of the several state parks in the area, like the beach area on the lake, or gazing at the tallest free-falling waterfall in Maryland. One of the most popular seasons at Deep Creek Lake is summer. With moderate to high temperatures and low humidity, the weather is a refreshing change for most traveling from cities. The relatively dry weather in the summer months means that everyone is spending as much time as possible outside. DeepCreekLake.com

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Shenandoah Valley, Virginia

There are so many exciting experiences and lots of things to do in the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. Whether it’s at a waterpark, on a hiking trail, on horseback, in a canoe, at a performance or festival, in a garden or museum, on a wine or beer trail—you might discover something that sparks a life-long interest. Enjoy a horseback ride along the valley floor, by mountain streams, in national forests or a national park. You can also take a scenic drive along Shenandoah National Park’s famed Skyline Drive. Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley attractions range from natural wonders like caverns and national parks to museums and historic mansions. Entertainment options run the gamut of concerts, festivals, and plays. Shenandoah Valley’s farms, markets & orchards take you back to the land where you’ll find fresh produce, locally made crafts, organic eggs, homemade breads, cider, honey, and acres of orchards and flowers. Shenandoah Valley is home to award-winning wineries, breweries and distilleries. Most are family-run and committed to making great products using time honored methods. Visit the Valley’s vineyards, craft breweries and the first U.S. distillery malt floor and kiln since the repeal of Prohibition. There are so many things to do and see when you visit Shenandoah, you won’t want to leave. VisitShenandoah.org

Piedmont Wine Trail, Maryland

Visit a Maryland winery to meet the winemakers and see how your favorite wine goes from grape to bottle. Spend a day (or a weekend) in wine country, or simply enjoy a leisurely escape among the rolling hills and beautiful vineyards. Taste superb wine, explore picturesque vineyards and more. The Maryland wine trails are self-guided tours––take your time visiting the wineries of your choice. Each winery offers a different experience. When people call Maryland “The Land of Pleasant Living,” they’re talking about the Piedmont Plateau. Just north of Baltimore and marked by the rolling hills of Maryland’s famous horse country, the rich, loamy soil and ideal mix of aeration and sunshine makes the Piedmont Plateau a wine-growing region to give Europe’s best a run for their money. Here you’ll find some of Maryland’s oldest and most established wineries, as well as cutting-edge meaderies, cideries, and distilleries. Take advantage of summer concert series and fantastic festivals along the Piedmont Wine Trail in spring, summer and fall. Spend an afternoon horseback riding or even whitewater kayaking, then toast your adventure with one of this trail’s fantastic wines. And explore Maryland’s history with great museums and activities along the way. Along the Piedmont Wine Trail there are seven wineries to visit: Basignani Winery, Boordy Vineyards, DeJon Vineyard, Fiore Winery & Distillery, Harford Vineryard, Mount Felix Vineyard and Winery, and Royal Rabbit Vineyards. Each winery has an individual page to learn more. MarylandWine.com.

St. Michaels is a picturesque harbor on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and was named as one of the Top 10 Best Small Coastal Towns in America by USA Today. Its harbor and some homes date back to the mid-1600’s, and is home to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum where you can immerse yourself in our maritime history. The St. Michaels area is perfect for outdoor activities including sailing on historic Skipjacks, kayaking, golfing and bicycling. St. Michaels is also known for exceptional restaurants, from quaint romantic bistros to waterfront restaurants, serving fresh seafood including the best tasting crab cakes! For shoppers, you will find an eclectic range of boutique shops offering specialty foods, jewelry, clothing, home decor and art galleries throughout the town. For overnight lodging, we have many small inns along with several larger full-service hotels. Experience the beauty of St. Michaels and all this charming town has to offer. StMichaelsMD.org

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