Rehoboth Beach named a Top 10 resort for families
Rehoboth Beach has been named one of America's Best Beach Towns for Families for 2013 by Parents Magazine.
- May 12, 2013
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Bethany Beach
5 things to do in Bethany Beach
Music and the boards - Sit back on the boardwalk and enjoy free, live entertainment at the bandstand.
5 things to do in Bethany Beach
Chief Little Owl - Snap a picture of the town landmark, a 24-foot totem pole at Del. 26 and Del. 1. The statue has stood at the center of the beach town since 1976. The original statue was replaced in 2002.
5 things to do in Bethany Beach
Not just for kids - Jump aboard and try your hand at the pirate mini golf.
5 things to do in Bethany Beach
Back to nature - The Bethany Beach Nature Center on the north side of Del. 26 next to Grotto Pizza has great activities for kids, trails, an interactive center and a kiddie park.
5 things to do in Bethany Beach
Fresh seafood - Enjoy a lobster sandwich at Matt's Fish Camp in North Bethany Beach or hit other local eateries.
BETHANY BEACH
Description: Known as the quiet resort, this town is quaint and offers plenty for the whole family to do. Offering plenty of PG-rated fun such as mini golf, arcades and bike riding, it's a great place to bring the kids. The downtown area offers a boardwalk, complete with concerts on the bandstand. There's also a public basketball and volleyball court and playground.
Parking: On-street parking for $1.50 an hour from May 15 until Sept. 15.
Lodging: Bethany has a plethora of beach house rentals. There are also campgrounds, condos, a hotel, motel and bed and breakfast inns.
Shopping: A good mix of beach souvenirs shops, boutiques for the whole family and plenty of sweet shops.
Attractions/Recreation: There's a classic trolley that offers inexpensive ways to get in and out of town, mini golf, tennis clubs, boating and boardwalk live entertainment.
Nightlife: Bethany has a pretty quiet nightlife scene, although there are a handful of bars within the town.
Restaurants: Several dining options for families, along with a few fine dining spots and great date night ideas. Choose from barbecue, fresh seafood, Caribbean, Mexican or pizza and subs.
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Residents urged to ditch their cars during National Bike Month
Throughout the country, residents thinking about the benefits of riding bicycles instead of driving cars will participate in National Bike Month.
- May 12, 2013
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Work to begin on restoring beaches damaged by Superstorm Sandy
Federal officials plan to start a major beach restoration project at the north side of Indian River Inlet in the next few weeks designed to create a taller, wider dune and beach to protect the $150 million inlet bridge and approach road during storms.
- May 1, 2013
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Little jam band makes big presence on East Coast
The little jam band that could is back in action. After a long hiatus, G-13 has booked a show at Buxy's Salty Dog Saloon on Saturday.
- Apr. 18, 2013
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Boardwalks' days may be numbered, planner says
Sea level rise and worsening storm surges are making it tougher to protect boardwalks on highly vulnerable beaches, or even justify trying, a top Army Corps of Engineers planner said Wednesday during a conference on East Coast climate threats.
- Apr. 18, 2013
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