See what the experts are saying about North East. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Planning a trip
Maryland, one of the smaller states, contains a wide variety of terrain, weather, topography, and urban and rural areas. So a little advance planning can make your trip run more smoothly. This section will answer many questions you may have w... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- The Baltimore office is at 100 E. Pratt St. (tel. 410/837-3100); the Annapolis office is in the Annapolis Mall (tel. 410/224-4200). To report lost or stolen traveler's checks, call tel. 800/221-7282. Area Codes -- Some... Continue reading »
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Visitor information
For information, terrific guides, and good maps of anywhere in the state, contact the Maryland Office of Tourism Development (tel. 877/333-4455 or 410/767-3400; www.visitmaryland.org). Its website has links to county websites as well. For inf... Continue reading »
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When to go
The resort towns on the Atlantic are most popular in summer and usually quite crowded. The fringe season, May and especially September, is a great time to find cheaper rates, comfortable temperatures, and quieter beaches. Peak season for the... Continue reading »
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Getting there
By Plane The gateway to Maryland is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), 10 miles south of Baltimore and 20 miles north of Annapolis. Hundreds of domestic and international flights arrive daily, and it's a hu... Continue reading »
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Getting around
By Car The most practical way to see Maryland is by car. Depending on traffic, it takes approximately 75 minutes to 2 hours from Wilmington to Baltimore; 1 hour from Baltimore to Annapolis; 90 minutes from Baltimore to Washington, D.C.; 90... Continue reading »
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Money
It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms on a vacation: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough petty cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel b... Continue reading »
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Regions in brief
Western Maryland Lovers of the outdoors adore this part of Maryland. It has biking and hiking trails, lakes, and white water. It has the Catoctin Mountains and Deep Creek Lake, charming towns, and historic sites. Everything west of Fred... Continue reading »
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