BALTIMORE, MD (January 27, 2020) – In celebration of National Plan for Vacation Day on January 28, the Maryland Department of Commerce’s Office of Tourism encourages travelers to commit now to taking time off in 2020 and fill their travel bucket list with Maryland experiences. Explore the Great Chesapeake Bay Loop to experience quintessential Bay towns, bike along the Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal National Historical Park towpath, feast on a pile of[...]
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1608 – Captain John Smith explores the Chesapeake Bay 1631 – English trading post established on Kent Island 1632 – Maryland Charter granted to Cecilius Calvert by King Charles I 1633 – Ark and Dove sail from the Isle of Wight, England 1634 – Ark and Dove arrive at St. Clements Island; St. Mary's City founded 1649 – "An Act Concerning Religion" passed; Puritans founded Providence (now Annapolis) 1664 – Slavery allowed by law in[...]
BALTIMORE, MD (January 20, 2022) – National Plan for Vacation Day is January 25, 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 discover the many attractions, scenic byways, outdoor recreational opportunities, and more that will make a vacation in Maryland a memorable experience. “I encourage everyone to make Maryland your destination of choice when[...]
Baltimore, MD (November 1, 2021) - The National Park Service recently announced the newly designated National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom members, including four new sites in Maryland. The new listings have verified connections to the Underground Railroad and provide insight into the experiences of freedom seekers who bravely escaped slavery and those who assisted them. Three of the four new Network to Freedom sites were researched as part of the Maryland Department of Commerce[...]
When it comes to ice cream, Maryland is full of firsts. First ice cream on the continent? Check. Governor Thomas Bladen served up the sweet, creamy treat way back in 1744 (it was strawberry, if you’re wondering). First commercial sales of ice cream? Check again. A Baltimore milkman by the name of Jacob Fussell began the commercial selling of ice cream in Baltimore in 1851, and we’re still leading the way with the Maryland’s Best[...]
Pet-Friendly Maryland Parks may be the obvious destinations that come to mind when you imagine spending a day with your dog. Fortunately Maryland State Parks offer many pet-friendly options. In some cases, pets are allowed in undeveloped sections of parks. Other parks allow pets in day use and picnic areas, but not on the beach. Check the DNR website about the park that interests you. Maryland State Parks also offer guidelines for responsible pet ownership[...]