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Beach Break at the Eastern Shore If you’re not going to let summer slip into fall without kicking and screaming, then you need to beeline to the beach communities. Since it’s about to be sweater weather, go ahead and indulge in the crab-filled delights and oysters that define the region at an authentic Maryland crab house—paired with a crisp local brew, of course. Be sure to dig your toes in the sand, stroll the iconic[...]

Escape to the Chesapeake The treasure that is the Chesapeake, the welcoming heart of Maryland. Whether it’s a five-star resort on the shores of the bay, the rich flavors of traditional Chesapeake cooking, or the warm faces of the people you’ll meet along the way, the healing waters of the mighty Chesapeake Bay are waiting to carry you on your journey. Find the wellness journey just right for you on The Great Chesapeake Bay Loop[...]

Summer road trippers, get ready to discover coastal wonders along Maryland’s Roots & Tides Byway. Explore hidden gems and maritime roots in Western Shore towns, from charming bayside communities to quaint fishing villages. Whether sailing, bird watching, museum hopping, or lounging on sandy beaches, relax and unwind on every golden Chesapeake Bay day.

Western Terminus of the C&O Canal National Historical Park and start of 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage Bike Trail. Home to the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, C&O Canal Museum, Visitor Center, Canal Boat Replica, and Allegany County's first Winery. Enjoy shopping and dining, festivals and concerts, historical sites and outdoor recreation.

Our smoke-free Best Western Laurel hotel is conveniently located off Interstate 95 on the banks of the Patuxent River, halfway between Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Make our reliable suite hotel home base for your visit to northern Maryland.

Maryland’s vibrant Arts & Entertainment Districts provide endless opportunities for dining, shopping, creating and exploring. From west to east, there are many A&E Districts filled with things to do. Western Maryland Tucked in the Appalachian Mountains, the towns of Western Maryland benefit from a rural setting and strong cultural arts scene, so there are a number of places arts fans can experience great art. In Cumberland, catch a production at the Cumberland Theatre or attend[...]

Frederick (Capital Region) Whether you’re more likely to spend your weekend on a hiking trail or a wine trail, Frederick is a perfect home base. Book a few nights at 10 Clarke, a Victorian-yet-modern B&B that puts you in walking distance to 50 blocks of shops and restaurants in downtown. Foodies will be in heaven at Dutch’s Daughter. Sip your way along the Frederick Wine Trail that connects eight Maryland wineries while weaving through Civil[...]

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We’re going to let you in on a little secret, when it gets hot, we Marylanders know how to stay cool. Sure, you can jump in the Bay or dive into the ocean, but sometimes it’s better to beat the heat with an only-in-Maryland summer treat. Sweet, Syrupy Snowballs For more than a century, we’ve been keeping cool with the iconic snowball. Snowballs started out as a Baltimore tradition in the 1800s, and during the[...]