August 2019 Newsletter

Escape the everyday, only in Delaware's Quaint Villages.

A trip to nearby Delaware's Quaint Villages is unlike any other. Gaze upon the expansive waters of the Delaware Bay. Take your chances at our two casinos. Enjoy a day of tax-free shopping. Sip craft brewed vodkas and whiskeys. Tour an art museum. Or cycle through miles of pastoral lands at the 33rd Annual Amish Country Bike Tour the first Saturday after Labor Day.

Whether you come for a week or a quick getaway, you won't want to miss summer in our quaint villages. Things are more relaxed here. Our salt air smells sweeter. And the sun brings rich life to our many parks. Don't let the season pass you by. Make plans for your Kent County retreat today.

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our bucket-list attractions.

There are sites no trip to Kent County should be without, so we created a blog post to list them all. Step back in time with guided tours of The Green to learn about the people and events of historic Dover. Once you've explored First State history, discover Air Force aviation history at the Air Mobility Command Museum with over 30 aircraft, including a C-133B Cargomaster, the largest turbo-prop aircraft in the US.

in the local harvest.

From wineries featuring Delaware grapes to local seafood, our region offers its own, unique bounty. Sambo's Tavern shares our waterman tradition with steamed crabs, crab cakes and more. Sit back and soak in sunsets looking over the Leipsic River. And Spence's Bazaar & Amish Market features fresh produce, homemade breads and treats.

on our idyllic lands.

Part of the appeal of Kent County is our beautiful landscapes. Spend a day on the undulating, forested greens of Garrison Lake Golf Club in Smyrna. These public links offer a different, affordable deal every day of the week. Afterward, unwind with a glass of local wine on the picturesque grounds of Pizzadili Winery in Felton.

our local history.

Our quaint villages are home to countless things to enjoy. In Smyrna, you'll find the Smyrna Museum and historic Plank House, with its fascinating history, period paintings and antique furnishings. And, on August 24th, Harrington Heritage Day celebrates Harrington's history with a parade, entertainment and old-fashioned ice cream floats.

in unique events.

It's a big September 14th. Join us for Milford's Riverwalk "Freedom" Festival, with food trucks, kids fun, vendors, a pet parade and fireworks. Hit the Delaware Agricultural Museum Craft Show with vendors from all over the mid-Atlantic. Or catch the Thunder Over Dover Air Show on the 14th and 15th at Dover Air Force Base.

From historic culture to culinary adventures and outdoor escapades, request your complimentary Delaware's Quaint Villages Visitors Guide and begin planning your getaway.

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