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In Ocean City Md. the boardwalk runs from what block to what block?
Submitted by Mary Anne A, Minersville, Pennsylvania on February 1, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
The boardwalk starts at the inlet at the south end of Ocean City and continutes north to 27th Street. The southern blocks of Ocean City have streets named after Maryland's Eastern Shore Counties (Worcester, Wicomico, Somerset, Dorcester, Talbot, Caroline) plus North and South Division Streets and south 1st and 2nd Streets. North of those streets the are numbered as you move north. The boardwalk continues to 27th Street. Note that the Boardwalk is also sometimes referred to as Atlantic Avenue, but ocean front places north of the boardwalk may also have Atlantic Avenue addresses.
Answered: February 2, 2012
How far is oc from boston on a bus?
Submitted by lorraine on February 1, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
It is about 470 miles from Boston, MA to Ocean City, MD. It takes about 8 to 9 hours by car. I'd estimate it is generally a 10 to 12 hour bus trip depending on how many stops your route has. Have fun in OC!
Answered: February 2, 2012
We will be staying in Ocean Pines. How far are we from the beach?
Submitted by Mary Anne A, Minersville, Pennsylvania on January 31, 2012
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Depending upon where you are in Ocean Pines I would estimate approximately 10-20 minutes to reach Ocean City.  Then it would simply be drive time once you enter Ocean City to whichever street you wish to hit the beach. 

Personal suggestion - choose one of the beach areas above 33rd Street you should be able to find free side street parking without any trouble.

Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: February 1, 2012
We want to play a girls long weekend or 4 nights in Ocean City. We are looking for at least 2 bedrooms and cooking facilities. Any suggestions? 
Submitted by LEE B, BARNEGAT, New Jersey on January 30, 2012
Hanover, PA 17331
Insider since: 2008
Answered: January 30, 2012
Hi¸¸ Quick question: Can you swim on the bay side ? are there beaches ? or just on Ocean,,?? thanks
Submitted by Alexandra M, Montreal, Quebec on January 29, 2012
Hanover, PA 17331
Insider since: 2008
Yes Princess Bayside Hotel offers bayside swimming.
Located on 48th st and Coastal Hwy
Princess Bayside Beach Hotel
Answered: January 30, 2012
I heard that many of the businesses at the Boardwalk are closed during the "off season". I am considering a vacation in late March. Will there be open restaurants, etc. to enjoy? Also, while there, I would like to visit Washington DC for a day trip. Are there any organized bus tours that I could sign up for ahead of time?
Submitted by Mary Lou B, Williamsport, Pennsylvania on January 28, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
Ocean City is 10 miles long and the boardwalk only takes up 2.5 miles of the beach side of it.  So you will have no problem whatsoever finding bars and restaurants open all over town and in West Ocean City as well.  And you can shop, play mini golf indoors at 68th and 136th St, play laser tag, go ice skating, go to movies, and just plain explore! We have museums and a library as well!
As for bus tours, Greyhound does come to Ocean City, but you would have to check their schedules for any busses that would run for just one day.
Answered: January 30, 2012
I am looking for a place to rent aqua bikes. They are like bicycle paddle boats that you can pedal around in the water. I've seen them on TV, but never in person. I was hoping that there was a place to rent them in ocean city. Any information would be greatly appreciatied.
Submitted by Cristina C, newburgh, New York on January 28, 2012
Hunt Valley and Ocean City
Insider since: 2010

I have not seen them either in Ocean City. I did a search as well and could not find anywhere that rents them.

We have rented them many times in St. Thomas (USVI). They are not the easiest things to steer and any wind/waves makes for a rough ride. Ocean City may not be good location for them.

Answered: January 31, 2012
What are the dates of the High School senior weeks?
Submitted by marge c, oak ridge, New Jersey on January 27, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
There are no official dates for senior week, but most activities are the 2nd and 3rd weeks in June. Have fun in OC!
Answered: January 30, 2012
Me and my fiance wer looking at getting married in ocean city on the beach. How much would that run?
Submitted by Will D, owings, Maryland on January 27, 2012
Schwenksville, PA
Insider since: 2011
Check out this site for lots of good OC wedding info:
http://www.roxenterprises.com/Ocean_City_Maryland_Wedding_Venues.html
Answered: January 27, 2012
How many boardwalk businesses will be open the entire week of May 13 - 19?
Submitted by ronald b, slatington, Pennsylvania on January 26, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
That's Cruisin OC week so almost everything will be open with the exception of some rides.  But the boardwalk shops, bars, and restaurants will all be in full swing for the thousands of car enthusiasts that will be in town.  Great time to come to OC!
Answered: January 27, 2012