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When are dogs allowed to walk on the beach and boardwalk with their owners?
Submitted by ammie h, baltimore, Maryland on September 8, 2010
Anna G.
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Ammie,

Please check this link for a prior question and corresponding Insider responses:
http://ococean.com/explore-oc/meet-the-insiders/get-answers/general/1392/off-season-and-pets

Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 8, 2010
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Is there public transportation going to OC from NYC?
Submitted by kevin l, new york, New York on September 8, 2010
Anna G.
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Kevin,

Check out these prior Insider responses:

http://ococean.com/explore-oc/meet-the-insiders/get-answers/general/1124/travel-from-nyc-to-oc

Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 8, 2010
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I do not have a question, but some info for the person traveling from Long Island to Ocean City. I am orginally from Staten Island and if I could suggest to you to take the Garden State Parkway all the way to Cape May and take the Cape May - Lewes Ferry. It will break up the drive and it is a nice relaxing break to the trip. There is a nice bar/restaurant at the ferry terminal. You can look it up at Cape May Ferry. Enjoy your trip. We will be making our 5th trip in 3 weeks and cannot wait. You will love it there.
Submitted by Lori A, Spotswood, New Jersey on September 7, 2010
Bill A.
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
Lori, Thanks for the tip!
Answered: September 8, 2010
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We'll be coming to OC next week & staying at Days Inn on the Boardwalk. Where's the best place (and best time) to go within walking distance to be sure we catch a sunset?
Submitted by Sharon T, Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania on September 7, 2010
Bill A.
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
I have many favorite places to watch the sunset.  You are at 12th St.  If you want an excellent dining experience, watch the sunset at either De Lazy Lizard on 1st St and the bay or at Fishtales on 22nd and the bay.  If you want to drive or take the bus to Fagers Island on 60th St, they make the sunset a special occaison.  There are also public piers bayside at 3rd and 9th St that you can watch one of Ocean City's amazing sunsets!

Sunsets happen at different times each day.  Call Fagers Island at 410-524-5500 to get the exact time of the sunset on the day you want to watch the sunset.

Here is a handy calculator to check also.  Use the sunset table for New York to estimate the sunset time for Ocean City MD.  www.sunrisesunset.com

Answered: September 7, 2010
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Can you still rent chairs and umbrellas on the beach the week of Sept 11-18, 2010?
Submitted by Carolyn T, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania on September 7, 2010
Anna G.
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Carolyn,

Here's a link to a similar question and Insider responses:
http://ococean.com/explore-oc/meet-the-insiders/get-answers/general/1618/when-do-umbrella/chair-rentals-stop

Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 7, 2010
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Visiting friends in 3 weeks (weekend) in OC, MD. This is our 1st time in OC. We want to break-up the 5 hour ride from Long Island by stopping for either Breakfast or Lunch in some interesting place say 1/2 way. Any suggestions?
Submitted by Glenn C, Hicksville, New York on September 6, 2010
Anna G.
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Glenn,

Hard to advise on 1/2 way restaurants as not sure of your travel route.  However, if you wish to just grab something light and then stop for a nice, relaxing meal when you hit OC, try any one of these great restaurants:

1.  Hooters
2.  Horizon's @ the Clarion
3.  Fager's Island
4.  Macky's
5.  FishTales
6.  Harrison's Harbor Watch
7.  Harborside

Have a great time in OC - you will fall in love with OC in September!
Anna G.
Answered: September 7, 2010
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We would like to spend a day on the boardwalk, where can I park to be fairly close? My wife is unable to walk long distances. I need a physical address for gps please.
Submitted by norm c, lexington park, Maryland on September 4, 2010
Anna G.
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
There is a huge parking area, Hugh T. Cropper Inlet Parking Lot, located at the inlet.  It is a pay to park facility, but the rates can be found at the following link (http://ococean.com/travel-tools/parking-information). 

Physical address, key in 806 South Atlantic Avenue (which is physical address for Harrison's Harbor Watch), which will get you to within a short driving distance to the parking lot.  Just follow the signs.

Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 7, 2010
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I'm currently attempting to sell my house and move to the OC area. My question is about property taxes. I keep getting told to move to DE for the savings but is there a huge difference if I wanted to move to OC or Ocean Pines? I figure if I'm going to move to the beach, I want to do it right and not end up too far inland. Can someone tell me the differences between moving to MD or DE. I know DE has no sales tax but what else is different between the states?
Submitted by Pat R, Orange, New Jersey on September 2, 2010
Anna G.
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Pat,

Wow - how I would love to be in your shoes! 

As for living in DE, can't answer as I am a Maryland resident.  However, the Insider's did have a similar question in 2008 relating to living in OC.  Check out the responses:  http://ococean.com/explore-oc/meet-the-insiders/get-answers/general/98/housing-in-ocean-city.

Best of luck,
Anna G.
Answered: September 3, 2010
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I am looking for a place to celebrate my grandson's 6th birthday on Sunday, 9/5. There will be 6 kids (ages 1 1/2 thru 11) & 6 adults. Any suggestions?
Submitted by Sue T, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 2, 2010
Anna G.
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Sue,

Check out the Planet Maze (http://www.planetmaze.com/) which is great for kids of all ages.  There is indoor play area, laser tag, games, and mini-golf.

Old Pro Golf as well offers birthday parties.  Their 68th Street location has indoor and outdoor courses, arcade area, and small cafe.  Their website is http://oldprogolf.com/.

The other option I would recommend is the Carousel - they have an indoor ice rink that you could rent for a private party.  Their website is http://www.carouselhotel.com/.

Happy 6th birthday to your grandson and hope you have a great weekend!

Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 3, 2010
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When are the busiest and least busiest times of the year for Ocean City.
Submitted by Kate L, York, Pennsylvania on September 2, 2010
Anna G.
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Kate,

I would definitely say late July to mid-August are the busiest times of the year, simply because of summer vacations.  With that said we have been in OC for Thanksgiving, NYE, St. Patrick's Day and several other Fall/Winter months and have experienced heavy crowds at certain locations. 

Least busiest, fall and winter weekends in which there are no special events.  But OC is definitely becoming a year-round resort, which is great for our area.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 3, 2010
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