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Annapolis and its surroundings Central Maryland is located on the Chesapeake Bay’s western shore, where the Chesapeake Bay Bridge has its terminus. The colonial waterfront city of Annapolis, dubbed the sailing capital of the world, presents plenty of top-notch sight-seeing, eating and shopping venues. But there’s more to explore. With miles of shoreline above and below Annapolis, the area boasts numerous charming waterfront historic towns like Edgewater, Deale and Shady Side. Several well-known seafood restaurants[...]

Maryland White Potato Pie A soul-food favorite and a Chesapeake tradition dating back to colonial days, Maryland White Potato Pie is a bright and beautiful take on the simple potato with a healthy helping of sweetness and a ripping citrus zest. Total time: 75 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients ☐ 2 large potatoes, cooked, peeled and mashed ☐ 2/3 cup unsalted butter ☐ 1 cup sugar ☐ ½ tsp baking powder ☐ ½ tsp salt ☐[...]

“Bartender, I’ll take a Maryland Whiskey” was once the call in bars and saloons across America. Everyone wanted Maryland Whiskey—rye whiskey. So how did this sweet, smooth whiskey become the darling of the country? During the Revolutionary War—on top of everything else, the British stopped importing rum—Americans needed a new spirit that matched their new America and American spirit. Rye whiskey was the answer—a spirit totally grown and produced in America. And Maryland rye whiskey[...]

Beat the Winter Chills with these Maryland Thrills! When the mercury drops, Maryland has got the goods to heat things up. Whether you want to get your blood pumping on the slopes or spend the day snuggled up by the fire in a world-class resort, this list has the perfect Maryland winter fun for everyone. Experience some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the mid-Atlantic on the slopes at Wisp Resort with stunning views[...]

From the Beach to the Bay Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore is known for its traditional watermen culture, where locals rise with the sun and work the waters to bring in the day’s catch. Nestled between the vast, blue Chesapeake and the white, sandy beaches of the Atlantic, a tapestry of farms, woodlands, rivers and marshes paint an unparalleled landscape picture. Among the wide open spaces, watermen villages and towns, like Deal Island , Crisfield, Princess[...]

Taste freedom on the wind. Witness the divine in every ripple of the river. Explore Southern Maryland, cradle of American religious liberty. To board a tiny ship and set sail across the broad unknown of the Atlantic, Maryland’s first English colonists must surely have been drawn by something magnificent, and indeed, they were. For these brave souls, Maryland was a new world where new ideals might take hold. They gave up not just their old[...]

Meandering through Calvert and St. Mary’s Counties and bounded by the waters of the Patuxent and Potomac Rivers and the Chesapeake Bay, the Patuxent Wine Trail is a wine lovers tour through the birthplace of Maryland. Experience the region's rich, colonial history. See unique, world treasures like the Ghost Fleet of Mallows Bay. And get out and enjoy Southern Maryland’s outdoor charms. Dine on traditional Southern Maryland seafood and the bounty of this lush farmland[...]

Southern Maryland Wineries In just a short time, the wineries of the Patuxent Wine Trail have carved out a reputation for making some of the best wines on the East Coast. Just like the nearby Cove Point Lighthouse has guided mariners for nearly two centuries, the Cove Point Winery serves as the beacon for a modern generation of discerning wine aficionados. Serving up an intriguing menu of fruit and dessert wines, Cove Point Winery truly[...]

In Maryland’s many museums, you’ll find enlightening exhibits for all ages and interests, from fine art and science to history and maritime culture. Family Fun at Inner Harbor Museums At the family favorite National Aquarium in Baltimore, get up close and personal with sharks and 17,000 other fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals in habitats that include replicas of a coral reef and tropical rain forest. Across the harbor, bring the kids (or the kids-at-heart)[...]