Maryland has so muchto offer travelers andresidents alike: indulge inexquisite seafood, enjoyrecreational and spectatorsports, search the beachesfor shark's teeth, traceCivil War troop movements,track the heydayof the railroads, andvisit lighthouses that haveguided countless boatersthrough the ChesapeakeBay. All you have to do isjump in the car'”and takethis book along! Ideas andoptions are clearly presentedfor short-trip itineraries to please everybody in your party. About the series: Whether you need to get away for a weekend orlonger, want to explore your home state or makeplans for free time in an area you don't know well,take to the road with a Backroads & Byways book.You'll discover the most interesting places to visiton and off the beaten path. Destinations will appealto foodies, history buffs, families with kids, couples,adventurers, hikers, bikers'”in short, everyone . With itineraries appropriate for visits of differingdurations and in different seasons, tips for comfortableaccommodations, great food, and good shoppingtoo, look to Backroads & Byways for the mostinteresting and diverse short trips available.