All summer long WXCY will feature great road trip destinations that you can visit on one tank of gas!
Trips on a Tank sponsored by Cook Auto – on the famous corner of Route 40 and 7 – find them on the web here.
Let’s visit Chesapeake City! Located along one of the busiest canals in the world Chesapeake City is currently the only town in Maryland that is situated on a working commercial canal. Most of its interesting 19th-century architecture remains intact, and the area that encompasses it on the south bank has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s a great spot to enjoy nature, history or one of the many places to enjoy a meal with a great view!
Heading to the sand in Rehoboth Beach! From the beautiful ocean view to the iconic boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach is a must-visit destination. By day, you’ll see flip-flopping sunbathers enjoying their favorite treats and hear the thrills of Funland. By night, you’ll see the town light up with character and experience one-of-a kind dining.
Let’s visit Cape May, New Jersey! The seaside resort town of Cape sits at the tip New Jersey’s Cape May Peninsula. It’s known for its grand Victorian houses, shops and restaurants on the Washington Street Mall. The Cape May Lighthouse provides views across the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean…and Sunset Beach which is known for a flag raising-lowering ceremony daily during the summer – you can also take the 90 minute ride from New Jersey to Delaware aboard the Cape May-Lewes Ferry!
Let’s take a ride to Chadds Ford, PA, …Chadds Ford offers a blend of history, art, and natural beauty, making it an attractive destination for various interests. Take some time to explore the Brandywine River Museum of Art, delve into local history at the Chadds Ford Historical Society, or enjoy the scenic Brandywine Valley. Like wine? Chadds Ford boasts wineries like Penns Woods Winery and Chadds Ford Winery, along with many opportunities for outdoor activities. Chadds Ford is also well-known for its antique scene and is home to several prominent antique shops and malls.
Let’s take a ride to National Harbor! With views of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge over the Potomac River, National Harbor is a convention center hub with everything from busy outlet mall shopping to a casino and live music at the MGM National Harbor hotel. The waterfront is home to a vibrant carousel and a unique sculpture, plus a ferry terminal and a marina sporting a Ferris wheel which is Instagram worthy day or night! National Harbor also offers many bars and restaurants, including a painting studio serving wine. National Harbor is your waterfront getaway where you can capitalize on it all!