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We are coming down in August as a family vacation, and wondered if we could bring out own beach umbrella and chairs? It would be cheaper than renting them. Also, are there any sunset cruises in OC?
Stephanie,
Definitely, if you have your own umbrella and chairs - bring them. It will definitely save you some money.
Sunset cruise - check out the Angler. Enjoy a great meal and you get a free cruise to boot!
Thank you,
Anna G.
Definitely, if you have your own umbrella and chairs - bring them. It will definitely save you some money.
Sunset cruise - check out the Angler. Enjoy a great meal and you get a free cruise to boot!
Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 30, 2010
We've been coming to OC every summer for 11 years and love it. My Aunt recalls many years ago there being a place called Shantytown that they used to visit/shop. I don't think it's there anymore, and I don't know where it would have been. Any help?
Chris,
Pull up OC Fishing Center (ocfishing.com) and see if any of the scenes look familiar to your aunt.
But it's still a great place to tour, talk with the fisherman, and enjoy a great meal.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Pull up OC Fishing Center (ocfishing.com) and see if any of the scenes look familiar to your aunt.
But it's still a great place to tour, talk with the fisherman, and enjoy a great meal.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 30, 2010
Are there lifeguards up at 137th street?
Randy,
Yes, during the summer season you can feel safe on any area of the beach in Ocean City.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Yes, during the summer season you can feel safe on any area of the beach in Ocean City.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 30, 2010
I will be coming to OC on July 17th (Saturday). We ALWAYS go over the Bay Bridge around 5am-6am and there is little or no traffic all the way in to OC. This year we can't get to the Bridge until noon. How bad will the traffic be on the bridge and all the way to OC?
Thank you.
John,
Perhaps modify your schedule to reach the bridge a little later in the day, this will avoid the frustration of traffic and put you in the OC frame of mind.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Perhaps modify your schedule to reach the bridge a little later in the day, this will avoid the frustration of traffic and put you in the OC frame of mind.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: September 30, 2010
Do you have cheap Uglydolls anywhere in Ocean City?
I will have to be honest with you. I have two kids and never heard about these ugly dolls. I know you can find the other hot item in OC...Silly Bandz.Â
I will keep my eye out for these dolls and report back if I see them.
https://uglysuperstore.com/display/4931/0/
I will keep my eye out for these dolls and report back if I see them.
https://uglysuperstore.com/display/4931/0/
Answered: July 8, 2010
I've been looking for a tide chart for the bay, and in particular Northside Park. I can't find one anywhere! I'll be fishing/crabbing there quite a bit this summer and want to plan early exactly which days will work out best. Thank you!
Ben,
Here's the website we utilize (http://www.co-ops.nos.noaa.gov/tides08/). However, it's not specific to Northside Park.
Another which may be useful (http://www.dnr.state.md.us/fisheries/tides/index.asp).
These are the only two that were for areas other than OC Fishing Pier.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: July 8, 2010
Coming in from Pittsburgh on a Sunday. Should be arriving in OC around 1 or 2 pm. Are there traffic suggestions around that time of day?
Lou,
Should not experience a high volume of traffic as many vacationers will arrive on Saturday.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Should not experience a high volume of traffic as many vacationers will arrive on Saturday.
Thank you,
Anna G.
Answered: July 8, 2010
We are going in a couple of weeks with the family. Does OC have regular/ weekly firework displays other than July 4th? Where is the best place to see them.
The only fireworks the town sponsors are for 4th of July.
However, Seacrets at 49th Street sometimes has fireworks. You can see them from anywhere along Coastal Highway on the bayside ion this area of town. You can see the schedule here http://seacrets.com/fireworks/
However, Seacrets at 49th Street sometimes has fireworks. You can see them from anywhere along Coastal Highway on the bayside ion this area of town. You can see the schedule here http://seacrets.com/fireworks/
Answered: July 7, 2010
Hi, my family and I will be in Ocean City next week and it is our first time there. So excited. Our son turns 5 while we are there and I want to know of some great places that do special things for birthdays or just some great places in general to take him for his milestone birthday! Thank you!
Hi Erin,
Happy birthday to your little guy! This is a milestone for sure!Â
How about a birthday party where he and his guests can all decorate their own cupcakes? Smith Island Cake Company in the Ocean City Outlets has birthday party packages available that include your guests all getting to decorate 2 cupcakes each, your birthday boy can make a cake with the pastry chef, and they provide balloons and drinks and decorations, plus they have face painting available.
http://www.originalsmithislandcakeco.com/smith-island-cakes-birthday-parties
Or how about a boat ride on a pirate ship? Head over to the Talbot Street Pier and ride on the Duckaneer. It's a pirate ship that provides eye patches, face painting and even treasure! Here's a coupon :  www.theduckaneer.com
Jolly Roger Amusements and water park............www.jollyrogerpark.com
Here's a bunch of coupons for there too........  http://www.jollyrogerpark.com/specials_coupons.php
Does he like ice skating? Take him to the Carousel hotel on 117th St. Public skating and skates available to rent, plus they have aids to use for novice skaters.
Trimper's rides on the boardwalk is a great place to spend his birthday too. They have rides for all ages.
I hope he has a wonderful day .
Happy birthday to your little guy! This is a milestone for sure!Â
How about a birthday party where he and his guests can all decorate their own cupcakes? Smith Island Cake Company in the Ocean City Outlets has birthday party packages available that include your guests all getting to decorate 2 cupcakes each, your birthday boy can make a cake with the pastry chef, and they provide balloons and drinks and decorations, plus they have face painting available.
http://www.originalsmithislandcakeco.com/smith-island-cakes-birthday-parties
Or how about a boat ride on a pirate ship? Head over to the Talbot Street Pier and ride on the Duckaneer. It's a pirate ship that provides eye patches, face painting and even treasure! Here's a coupon :  www.theduckaneer.com
Jolly Roger Amusements and water park............www.jollyrogerpark.com
Here's a bunch of coupons for there too........  http://www.jollyrogerpark.com/specials_coupons.php
Does he like ice skating? Take him to the Carousel hotel on 117th St. Public skating and skates available to rent, plus they have aids to use for novice skaters.
Trimper's rides on the boardwalk is a great place to spend his birthday too. They have rides for all ages.
I hope he has a wonderful day .
Answered: July 7, 2010
I bought two 50cc motor scooters for my children, and supposedly they are under the requirements to be a motor vehicle, so they are just considered a scooter with a motor, and you are allowed to ride them on the bus lane without a license. Is this true? Thanks!
Nick,
Anna is correct.... your kids must have a driver's license to ride them, and they must be driven in the bike/bus lane.
Answered: July 7, 2010
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