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Cap each day at one major anchor—beach block, Boardwalk evening, or off-island trip—and let meals and naps happen organically. Build Route 50 and parking buffer instead of stacking timed tickets back-to-back. A relaxed first weekend often brings people back for a longer return trip.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
