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I know most people from Philly go to the Jersey shore but I wanted to let people know there are other beaches out there.

Dewey Beach, DE
I find it amazing some people are unaware that Delaware has beaches at all. My family has a house in Dewey Beach, DE so I have had the privilege of experiencing the summertime there for almost 2 decades now. This small town has a few main bars which are decent sized and usually play live music by good cover bands such as Mr. Greengenes, Lost in Paris, Burnt Sienna, etc. The major bars that I go to when I am down there include: The Bottle and Cork, The Rusty Rudder and the Starboard. Each has its own unique offering.

The Bottle and Cork is actually a famous rock and roll bar that has hosted many famous musicians. Inside it is more of a concert venue than a bar. It is large and open inside giving plenty of room to stand and watch the band. They typically have multiple bands play on Saturday starting at 5pm and play all night.

The Rusty Rudder is a huge inside/outside bar/restaurant that has a huge deck right on the bay. Bands play out on the deck and inside, and there are also other rooms where DJ’s play music. This place is a great place to see a live cover band on a nice night.

The Starboard is the first bar you see entering Dewey if you are coming south on route 1. This place is another inside/outside bar that has a decent sized outside deck in the front and inside there is enough room for a cover band and a good sized crowd. This place is also known for its Bloody Mary bar during the day where they bring you a plastic solo cup filled with Vodka and ice and you can make your own Bloody Marys.

Note: Be aware if you go out in Dewey the bars close at 1 AM (Delaware state law). Because of this everyone seems to go out early, so don’t wait until midnight.

Ocean City, MD
I have been to Ocean City several times but I think I have only been on the beach there once and the reason is: Seacrets.

Seacrets (Jamaica U.S.A.) is a huge bar located on the bay in Ocean City, MD where they try to make you feel like you are in Jamaica. There are palm trees, lots of sand and an island decor. The major attraction is the bay. Seacrets sets up tables and stools in the bay and waitresses will bring drinks to you. Further out in the deeper water they have large rafts where you can lounge all day in the sun. This place is no secret, it gets packed on holiday weekends (see picture from the 4th of July). It is a good time, but if you like to drink bring plenty of money. The drinks are reasonably priced but the pina coladas, rum runners and banana frozen drinks are amazing and go down like water on a hot day. You can even get a plastic test tube shot in the drink.

So in conclusion there are other cool places to go besides the Jersey shore so you may want to check it out some time to change up the scene.

I will be down in Dewey Beach this weekend with a few friends so if you see me out, say hello.