Business owners by the beach gear up for Presidents Day weekend
DEWEY BEACH -- Mild winter temperatures have area business owners optimistic about President's Day weekend.
- Feb. 15, 2012
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5 things to do in Fenwick Island
All aboard - For an experience they will never forget, take the kids on a pirate cruise.
5 things to do in Fenwick Island
Splish, splash - Enjoy the water slides or lay back on the lazy river.
5 things to do in Fenwick Island
Celebrate the arts - The Freeman Stage at Bayside offers free entertainment, big-name concerts and free kids events.
5 things to do in Fenwick Island
Escape the crowds - Fenwick Island State Park is a relaxing escape from the busy boardwalks. This three-mile stretch of barrier island is a great place for swimming, sunbathing and birdwatching.
5 things to do in Fenwick Island
Go natural - Enjoy the bay with an up-close and personal tour while kayaking the area.
FENWICK ISLAND
Description: Just north of the Maryland state line, Fenwick Island is located on a narrow peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and Little Assawoman Bay. The town is home to a historical lighthouse and a fair amount of beachfront properties. There's no boardwalk facing the ocean, although locals refer to the boardwalk at Viking Golf Amusements as the spot where families can find entertainment, snacks and an arcade.
Parking: Parking permits are required for all streets from May 15 until Sept. 15. They are available for purchase at Town Hall.
Lodging: You’ll find lots of rental homes in the area, many beachfront, and there are also hotels and motels to choose from.
Shopping: A variety of shops, from books, clothes, wedding gowns, candy shops, sea shells and home décor, all within a close proximity of each other.
Attractions/Recreation: There's plenty for the families to do in this town. Look for water parks, mini golf, go carts, and a variety of water sports, including a kid's pirate ship ride.
Nightlife: A handful of options are spread out from one another. Many offer live entertainment in the summer.
Restaurants: A wide mixture, including comfort food served by the same family for 50 years, wood grilled pizza, seafood and several local spots.
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