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BALTIMORE, MD (February 2, 2021) - The Maryland Department of Commerce Office of Tourism has awarded four fellowships who will work with the Office of Tourism, the Legacy of Slavery in Maryland program at the Maryland State Archives, and other public and private organizations to study, document, and provide interpretation for Underground Railroad sites across Maryland. In July 2020, Maryland was awarded a $20,000 grant from the 400 Years of African American History Commission to[...]

Seafood market with Maryland crabs and oysters. On the Maryland Crab and Oyster Trail.

BALTIMORE, MD (January 25, 2021) – National Plan for Vacation Day is January 26 and it is the perfect time to begin planning a future Maryland vacation. The Maryland Department of Commerce’s Office of Tourism has just the right tools to help travelers uncover the many sites and attractions, special events, scenic byways, parks, recreational opportunities, and more that will make a vacation in Maryland a memorable experience. “National Plan for Vacation Day is especially[...]

A wide variety of restaurants line the towns and communities along the Cape to Cape Scenic Byway. Many feature locally-made and locally-sourced products from the farms and waterways nearby. You’ll enjoy Maryland seafood among other favorites and find restaurants with delicious food made with healthy and organic ingredients at scenic locations.

BALTIMORE, MD (November 6, 2024) – The 2024 Maryland Tourism Awards were presented today at the 43rd Annual Maryland Tourism & Travel Summit in Harford County, Maryland. The awards, given by the Maryland Department of Commerce Office of Tourism Development and the Maryland Tourism Development Board, recognize excellence and major contributions in expanding the market of Maryland tourism products, maximizing opportunities to generate overnight stays, leveraging partnerships, and showcasing Maryland as an exciting, must-see tourism[...]

This map of Maryland and surrounding states shows the area of the Chesapeake Bay and its shorelines dotted with historic waterfront towns. Come visit and explore Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in the United States and a place of serene beauty. Breathe in her slightly salty air; taste the flavors of her fresh seafood bounty and the farms that line her shores; enjoy her waterfront towns; talk to the locals, some of whom have[...]

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