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Attention Bicycle Riders in Cape May | Road Construction Began on Oct. 23, 2025

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the bike lanes at the Cape May Terminal closed for the duration of a construction project.

All bike riders and pedestrian traffic arriving at the Terminal should use the Beach Drive entrance to access the property. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation during this time.

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Attention Bicycle Riders in Cape May | Road Construction Began on Oct. 23, 2025

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the bike lanes at the Cape May Terminal closed for the duration of a construction project.

All bike riders and pedestrian traffic arriving at the Terminal should use the Beach Drive entrance to access the property. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation during this time.

Kid-Friendly Activities in Lewes DE & Beyond

November 6, 2019 by administrator

Traveling With Children: Things to Do

Looking for a way to combat cabin fever with your kids this winter? While it might be just a bit too cold for boardwalks, water parks, beaches and splashing in the waves, there are still plenty of activities to keep your kids entertained at and around the Delaware Beaches, and the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has your ticket to a fun & exciting winter adventure! Read through our list below, grab an extra layer and we’ll see you on board.

Sussex County

Cape Henlopen State Park

15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, DE 19958

Bike Path Cape Henlopen

Whether on foot or on a bike (they travel free, too!), Cape Henlopen State Park provides miles of opportunity for exploration. And, located just a mile down the road from the Lewes terminal, it’s an easy day-trip and a great way for the kids to get some energy out. Go for a hike, check out the Seaside Nature Center (open Wednesday – Sunday over the winter) or just enjoy the outdoors!

Shell We Bounce Trampoline Park

32295 Lewes-Georgetown Highway (Rt. 9), Lewes, DE 19958

Shell We Bounce trampoline park in Lewes, DE

Trampolines. Arcades. A kid-zone featuring an enclosed playground and jungle gym. Dodgeball. Slam dunk basketball. Shell We Bounce, located just 5 miles from the Lewes terminal, has everything you need for a day of indoor-fun.

Hopkins Farm Creamery

18186 Dairy Farm Road, Lewes, DE 19958

Two chocolate ice-cream cones held up for the camera

Ice cream lovers, rejoice! Hopkins Farm Creamery, located on one of the largest working dairy farms in the state of Delaware, is just 15 minutes from the terminal and offers a one-of-a-kind ice cream experience you have to experience for yourself. In addition to a huge selection of award-winning ice cream, they also offer tours of the farm and can host parties and events.

Ocean City, MD

Ocean City, Maryland is an easy hour and fifteen minute drive from the Lewes terminal, and features a wide array of kid-friendly activities that make for a perfect day trip or extended weekend getaway.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not

401 S. Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842

Fake shark sticks out from the wall of Ripley's Believe It or Not, Ocean City, MD

Ready to discover the strange, the shocking, and beautiful at Ripley’s Believe It or Not!? Located on The Boardwalk in Ocean City, MD, bring the kids and enjoy incredible exhibits, mind-boggling visual illusions, and more!

Carousel Hotel Ice Rink

11700 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842

Ice rink at the Carousel Hotel in Ocean City, MD

Lace up your skates and have some fun! The Carousel Oceanfront Hotel in Ocean City, MD, offers year-round access to their ice rink, even if you’re not a hotel guest. They offer lessons as well!

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Kid-Friendly Activities in Cape May County

November 5, 2019 by administrator

Traveling With Children in South Jersey

Looking for a way to combat cabin fever with your kids this winter? While it might be just a bit too cold for boardwalks, water parks, beaches and splashing in the waves, there are still plenty of activities to keep your kids entertained in and around Cape May County, and the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has your ticket to a fun & exciting winter adventure! Read through our list below, grab an extra layer and we’ll see you on board.

Cape May County

Cape May County Park & Zoo

Cape May County Park and Zoo Entrance

Open everyday except Christmas, the Cape May County Park & Zoo features over 250 species and more than 550 animals! Admission and parking are both free (donations accepted), and they have a great playground set-up outside the zoo. On occasion, they’ll even have special events like Princess & Pirate Day or a Tree lighting celebration, so it always pays to take a look at their calendar.

Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum

Jet fighter on display at Naval Air Station Wildwood museum.

Are your kids into big jets and fast planes? Naval Air Station Wildwood has them, and so much more. The non-profit museum, located at the Cape May Airport (which also houses a Taco Shop, and Cape May Brewing Company) inside historic Hangar #1. The Hangar has been fully restored and now houses a number of aircraft, engines, special exhibits, and educational interactive displays. Explore aviation and military history through “hands-on,” fun and educational activities for the entire family! Bring the kids and travel back in time to this 92,000 square foot sampling of the 1940’s. They even welcome friendly, leashed pets!

Cape May Bird Observatory

Piping Plover

Did you know that National Geographic ranked Cape May as one of the best destinations in the world for birding? That’s right. In. The. World. So if your kids love the outdoors, a trip to the Cape May Bird Observatory is a must for your list. With weekly walks, guided tours and School of Birding workshops, there’s plenty to see and do. And with a location in Cape May Point, you’re just a hop, skip & a jump away from the Cape May Lighthouse or Sunset Beach (where you can search for Cape May Diamonds), and the shops, restaurants and beaches of Victorian Cape May are just down the road.

Atlantic County

Atlantic City Aquarium

Atlantic City Aquarium

There’s so much to “sea” and do at the Atlantic City Aquarium! Located in the historic Gardner’s Basin section of Atlantic City, the aquarium features touch tanks and dozens of exhibits, plus an exotic animal show and sting ray feeder shows. You’ll be submerged in a world of fun, fascination and learning. In addition to the aquarium, AC offers great restaurants, water activities, outlet shopping, and more!

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Experience Cape May in September

July 31, 2019 by administrator

Local's Summer: Explore the Shore in Fall

Ask anyone who’s grown up in or spent any significant amount of time in Cape May County what their favorite time of year is, and you’ll almost invariably get the same answer: September. At first blush, that might seem odd. After all, summer has come and gone, school is back in session and the hustle and bustle of summer at the shore has subsided. With so little seemingly going on, what’s so magical about the month of September in Cape May County?

You can start with the fact that the weather is beautiful; the sun shines bright and warm, the humidity vanishes, and the ocean temperatures are just right – cool enough to be refreshing, but warm enough to be comfortable. On top of that, shops and restaurants are still open, the summer crowds have disappeared and the beaches are free. Taken altogether, that sounds like a great time to visit, right? Well, we’ll let you in on a little secret: it is!

Welcome to Local’s Summer in Cape May County.

sunset over the sunken concrete ship

Shopping & Dining

Though most of the tourists have ventured back home, almost everything in Cape May is still open in September. Come enjoy your favorite restaurants without the long wait, or go from shop to shop or town to town without hitting any of the congested summer traffic. September provides a perfect opportunity to explore new areas of Cape May County; try that new restaurant you couldn’t get into all summer, or pull up a chair at the brewery you’ve been wanting to try and strike up a conversation with the bartenders and locals. Cape May County is full of characters and local flavor, and September provides the perfect opportunity to explore it all!

Cape May Brewing Company

All the Fun, Not All the Money

The only thing better than having a great time on vacation is having a great time on vacation and saving money in the process. Fortunately, as the summer traffic slows down, so do the rates at local accommodations. Beyond Air B&B’s and hotel rooms, you’ll find readily available happy hours, end-of-season clearance sales at local shops and much more. It’s all the fun of summer at a fraction of the cost!

Cape May shopping area

Events & Activities

Worried that there might not be anything to do? Don’t be. There are a wide variety of events going on throughout the county all month long. Each town offers something unique – from fall festivals to block parties, live music, the Irish Festival in North Wildwood, Cape May’s week-long Food & Wine Celebration, even an early Oktoberfest party at Morey’s Piers.

Corsons Inlet

More Than Just the Beach

During the busy summer months, the prospect of getting back in your car to drive anywhere can seem daunting due to the high volume of traffic. However, with that hurdle removed in September, the County is yours to explore! You can stick to the islands and follow the gull from Cape May all the way up to Ocean City, or take a trip to the mainland side of Cape May County where you can check out Historic Cold Spring Village, or any one of the breweries or wineries in the area. Head to the western edge of the County to explore the Delaware Bayshore for a different waterfront view, or trek through the Cape May National Wildlife Refuge to spot local wildlife.

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Cape May Greenways

July 23, 2019 by administrator

Cape May County Trails and Byways

The Cape May area has miles of scenic trails and byways that run through forests, farmland, state and county parks, wildlife management areas, historic towns, and dunes of preserved beaches. Birds and other wildlife abound. In fact, the Cape May peninsula is one of the top birding spots in North America!

Cape May Point State Park

Speaking of top birding spots, Cape May Point State Park is a major migratory route, especially in the spring, when many sea and shorebirds come through. At the end of the summer, dragonflies and monarch butterflies can be seen as they make their way across the Delaware Bay.

Three blazed trails will lead you through a variety of habitats in the park. On the wheelchair- accessible Red Trail, viewing platforms overlook ponds where wading birds, ducks, swans and sometimes even osprey come to feed and breed. The Yellow Trail is 1.5 miles long with views of wetland marsh and coastal dunes. The Blue Trail is the longest of the three.

Image of the entrance to a beach in Cape May, NJ

In Cape May Point State Park, you’ll also find a historic 157-foot lighthouse. Built-in 1859, with 199 steps you can climb to the top to take in a view of the Delaware Bay and surround area. As a reminder of its days as a military base, the park also has a bunker. It now stands as a monument to the strategic defensive role the area played during World War II, and at low tide, you can still see the gun turrets.

Cape May County Park & Zoo

At the more than 200 acre Cape May County Park, you’ll discover a zoo that’s home to more than 500 animals representing 250 different species, and admission is free! There are miles of walking trails and a park with playgrounds for children.

Cape May National Wildlife Refuge

At the Cape May National Wildlife Refuge, broken out into three different units throughout Cape May County, a wide variety of habitats and species can be seen. At the Two Mile Beach Unit in Wildwood Crest, free family nature walks are available on Saturdays throughout the summer.

Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area

Birding is always excellent at Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area, especially from spring through early fall. In spring, when they are heading north, birds will rest and feed there after crossing the Delaware Bay. In summer, a number of species come to breed.  Because of this, pets are not permitted on the beach from April until September. This is also a great place to see dragonflies and butterflies, including monarchs. Higbee has more than two miles of nature trails with viewing platforms.

Ferry Osprey

For fishing enthusiasts, Cape May State Park waters are home to weakfish, bluefish, flounder, tautog, and striped bass.

For more information and an interactive map of Cape May Trails and Greenways, visit the Cape May, New Jersey page on TrailLink.

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Delaware Craft Breweries

July 15, 2019 by administrator

Craft Breweries in Sussex County


Are you into craft beer? If you take the Cape May-Lewes Ferry to Lewes, there are a few excellent breweries to visit only a short distance from the terminal!

Big Oyster Brewery

Big Oyster Brewery

Big Oyster Brewery is owned by Fins Hospitality Group. Their mission is to treat all employees and guests like family! You can find their beers being sold all the way from southern Maryland to Eastern Pennsylvania. Come be a part of the family and enjoy one of their most popular beers the “Dang!” IPA, which is brewed with flaked wheat and dry hopped for three times for a pronounced citrus, fruity aroma.

  • 1007 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE 19958

Crooked Hammock Brewery

Outdoor dining at Crooked Hammock Brewery

Looking for a place to relax and enjoy a delicious meal and craft beer? If so, the Crooked Hammock Brewery is the place to check out. A perfect place to bring the whole family with its backyard containing all types of games to play such as corn hole, ping-pong, ring toss and much more. There is something here for the whole family to enjoy.

  • 36707 Crooked Hammock Way, Lewes DE 19958

Dogfish Head Craft Brewery

Steampunk Treehouse at the Dogfish Head Craft Brewery

The off-centered originators of the Delaware craft beer scene, Dogfish Head has been serving up industry-leading and genre-defining craft beers since 1995. Their Milton brewery is a must-stop for craft beer fans, where they offer tours, a huge selection of beers, craft cocktails and off-centered eats. You’re also going to want to check out Brewings & Eats and Chesapeake & Maine in downtown Rehoboth, and if you’re looking for a place to stay, they’ve got you covered there too with the Dogfish Inn in Lewes.

  • Brewery: 6 Cannery Village Center, Milton, DE 19968
  • Brewings & Eats: 320 Rehoboth Avenue. Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
  • Chesapeake & Maine: 316 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Revelation Craft Brewing Company

Snifter of Revelation Craft Brewing beer on a sandy beach

Revelation sits right along the Junction Breakwater Trail and is a perfect place to stop in for a beer, especially for cyclists out on their rides. They’re serving up an extensive list of high-quality beers and a one-of-a-kind experience, along with food from DaNizza Wood Fired Pizza, making this an inviting place for all!

  • 19841 Central St. Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
 

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Visiting the Cape May Airport

July 12, 2019 by administrator

Cape May Airport

While visiting Cape May, a great way to spend the day is to stop by and check out the Cape May Airport. Not only is it a functional general aviation airport that logs approximately 39,000 airplane and helicopter take offs and landings each year, it is also home to a few interesting places to see while visiting Cape May.

Jet fighter on display at Naval Air Station Wildwood museum.

Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum

The Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum (NASW) is a non-profit museum located inside historic Hangar#1 at the Cape May Airport. The museum features a variety of aircraft, engines, special exhibits, and educational interactive displays. You will be able to learn the history of the NASW and see what the airport was like during the World War 2 era. Friendly leashed pets are welcome.

Cape May Brewing Company

Cape May Brewing Company

The Cape May Brewing Company is one of New Jersey’s premier independent craft breweries. Established in 2011, the Cape May Brewing Co. is loved by not just locals, but all of the areas their beer has traveled to, which is most of New Jersey and the Philadelphia area. Come take a tour of the facility and see why it is one of the most successful breweries in the state of New Jersey.

Airport diner exterior

Taco Shop and Flight Deck Diner

If you’re hungry after visiting the museum or the brewery, the Cape May Airport has a couple spots to grab a bite to eat. Stop by the Taco Shop and have some delicious traditional Mexican food, The Taco Shop is located right next to the Cape May Brewery tasting room. Or you could head to the Flight Deck Diner which is located inside the original terminal building of the Cape May Airport.

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Christmas in July & Christmas Shops

June 21, 2019 by administrator

Ways To Celebrate Christmas in July This Summer

Why celebrate Christmas once when you can celebrate it twice?  Christmas in July has become a very popular phenomenon throughout the past few years, and it’s not hard to see why. When mid-summer hits and you’re hot, sweaty, and sunburnt, dreaming of the brisk holiday season can provide a welcome chill! And although you can’t change the season, you can certainly still celebrate it.

Take a break from the beach and pull out your Santa hat because we have the ultimate guide to help you deck the halls this summer.  These must see Christmas shops located in your favorite shore towns will make this “holiday season” the best one yet.

Winterwood Gift & Christmas Shoppe

Winterwood Gift & Christmas Shoppe is a full service gift shoppe with three locations in Rio Grande (3137 Rt. 9 South, Rio Grande NJ), Cape May (526 Washington Street, Cape May NJ), and Wildwood (2910 Boardwalk, Wildwood NJ).  Each Shoppe has its own unique touch filled with festive home decor, art, gifts, collectibles, and Christmas ornaments.  Winterwood is a must see shoppe in Cape May County!

Winterwood Gift & Christmas Shoppe
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Winterwood Gift & Christmas Shoppe

Mia’s Christmas Gallery

Mia’s Christmas Gallery is a famous landmark located on Asbury Avenue in Ocean City, NJ.  It is a family owned business and has been around for 42 years, so it is filled with holiday tradition.  Be sure to stop in and check out all of the unique ornaments, decorations, and gifts that Mia’s has to offer.

Mia's Christmas Gallery
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Mia’s Christmas Gallery

Paisley Christmas Shoppe

Paisley Christmas Shoppe has been around since 1985 and is located in the heart of Stone Harbor’s iconic Main Street among all of the awesome shops and restaurants.  Paisley Christmas Shoppe is most famously known for their beautiful handcrafted personalized Surf Clam ornaments, the perfect touch to your Christmas in July Celebrations!

Custom-painted Surf Clam Christmas ornaments
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Paisley Christmas Shoppe

Christmas Spirit

Christmas Spirit in Rehoboth Beach is a must see! This past winter, Christmas Spirit moved back to its original home of 20 years at 129 Rehoboth Ave.  Christmas Spirit sells everything from Christmas trees, to ornaments, wreaths, hand-painted sea shells and sand dollars, and just about everything in between. The store has over 60 different themes and you can personalize any item. Be sure to check out the new location right in the heart of Rehoboth beach.

Christmas Spirit Rehoboth
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Incredible Outdoor Experiences in the Mid-Atlantic

June 6, 2019 by administrator

Enhance Your Road Trip with Extraordinary Outdoor Experiences for Fall!

The Mid-Atlantic is home to many outdoor experiences–from rare accommodations to unique travel methods and destinations. Most people take the NJ Turnpike or the Garden State Parkway straight down to the Cape May-Lewes Ferry and then on to major highways through Maryland, Virginia and the Carolinas. If you’re in a hurry, either can be the best way to go, but if you’ve got more time on your hands, or want a different “blue highway” experience, here are some suggestions for exploring great finds off the main roads.
 
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Begin by getting off the Garden State at exit 25, hanging a quick left onto Roosevelt Blvd and over the 34th street bridge in Ocean City. Once on the island, head south on Central Avenue until you reach the southernmost point, where you’ll find the entrance to Corson’s Inlet State Park. This 300+ acre oceanfront park is rich in wildlife and home to a plethora of activities including hiking, fishing, crabbing, and boating. When you’re done exploring, head back out via 55th street, over the Corson’s Inlet Bridge and keep ‘following the Gull’ as a combination of roadways nicknamed ‘Ocean Drive’ take you south through the islands of Cape May County. 

As you continue south, you’ll reach the historic town of Cape May, situated at the southernmost tip of New Jersey. Enjoy a walk admiring the Victorian homes (Cape May MAC is a great source of information on historic Cape May), stroll Sunset Beach in search of Cape May diamonds, grab a bite to eat or head over and check out the Cape May State Park and Lighthouse. For other ideas on what to do and where to stay in the southern shore region, visit the New Jersey Campground Owners Association.

Cape May Lighthouse

Enjoy a morning cup of coffee before packing up and heading over to see us at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. The vessel will transport the family, vehicle, and any four-legged friends south across the Delaware Bay. Enjoy the breeze, stretch your legs and keep your eyes peeled for birds, dolphins and even whale sightings throughout the journey.

Dolphins swimming in the Delaware Bay

Next stop is Cape Henlopen State Park, rated Delaware’s top state park offering more than 7,000 acres of coastal environment and history. Visitors can be found biking through sand dunes, swimming in the ocean, fishing from the bayside pier, birdwatching along the salt marshes, horseback riding and touring Fort Miles, a WWII military base. Set up camp for the night at the newly renovated campground that offers a variety of accommodations.

Bike Path Cape Henlopen

Travel a half hour inland to Trap Pond State Park, home to the northernmost stand of bald cypress trees in the continental U.S. The park provides climate-controlled cabins and yurts as well as camping sites and many outdoor amenities including activities, kayak, rowboat, and canoe rentals.

Continue the journey south to Maryland’s Eastern shore to experience Assateague Island National Seashore, a remote island famous for its wild ponies. If you have a four wheel drive vehicle, purchase a permit to drive right on the beach in the Over Sand Vehicle zone.

The Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel will take you from Virginia’s Eastern Shore across the mouth of the Chesapeake to Hampton Roads, Virginia and south toward North Carolina’s Outer Banks. These barrier islands off the coast are renowned for their miles of drivable, open-sea beaches and state parks. Spacious rental homes line the shores, however, they often book up months in advance. Instead, consider booking a night with a local RV rental service like EZCamper that not only provide the RV but allow you to choose from over a dozen campgrounds to experience along the coast.  

The Mid-Atlantic coast has so much to offer when it comes to nature and outdoor adventures. As you plan your spring and summer trips, consider taking the less-traveled route or choose the unique night’s stay–after all, getting there is half the fun!

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Lighthouses on Delaware Bay

May 10, 2019 by administrator

Oh, The Lighthouses You See from the Cape May-Lewes Ferry!

There are people who travel the country in an attempt to see all of the almost one thousand lighthouses still in existence in the U.S. Luckily, for them as well as the rest of us, there are three lighthouses not only in close proximity to the Ferry terminals, but in easy view during a regular crossing. Each of the three are distinctive from each other and clearly show the variety of lighthouse construction.
 

The Breakwater East End Lighthouse

Breakwater Lighthouse in Lewes, Delaware

When leaving Lewes, the first lighthouse you’ll spot is called The Breakwater, a reddish lighthouse can be seen from the shore. Built in 1885, it separates the Delaware Bay on the breakwater rocks built to protect the Delaware coast from higher force waves. The lighthouse is formally known as the East End Lighthouse, but locals know it as The Breakwater likely because when having a swim in the calm waters of the Lewes beach, they know they have the breakwater platform for the Lighthouse to thank.

The Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse

Harbor of Refuge LIghthouse as seen from the Cape May-Lewes Ferry

The white Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse is a bit farther out at the mouth of the Delaware Bay, named because it was built to protect the maritime area known as the National Harbor of Refuge. Built in 1926, it was constructed to withstand the harshest of Atlantic storms if need be, and it has already survived several fierce hurricanes.

The Cape May Lighthouse

Cape May Lighthouse

Finally, when coming into Cape May, passengers can spot the lean and tall Cape May Lighthouse. Located in Cape May Point State Park, it is the oldest and tallest of the three, built in 1859. Visitors to the park can climb the 199 steps to the top to get a spectacular view of the area all the way from Wildwood back to Cape Henlopen, Delaware.

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55 Reasons To Sail The Cape May-Lewes Ferry

May 10, 2019 by administrator

The Cape May-Lewes Ferry: 55 Years & Sailing Strong

It's Our Birthday!

On July 1, 2019, the Cape May-Lewes Ferry turned 55 years old. To celebrate, we highlighted 55 reasons people have told us the Ferry is such a great experience. Check them all out on our  Pinterest Board, but below are some of our favorites, along with some highlights from our Ferry history.
Boardwalk photos of Ocean City, MD and Ocean City, NJ

Still Going Strong

The Ferry started operations in 1964, and has sailed more than 80,000 voyages back and forth across the Delaware Bay since. Much has changed on both sides of the bay, affording travelers many new sights and experiences to discover while on a Ferry trip. At the Ferry itself, the sailing experience, although reminiscent of earlier voyages, has also been updated with new innovations from modernized terminals and automated SkyWalks to the dockside restaurants, now operated by Grain Craft Bar + Kitchen and Exit Zero Hospitality, respectively. 

But as time marches on, the Ferry is proud not only about what has changed, but also about the basics have stayed the same — a relaxing, fun travel experience that almost automatically makes it into family vacation scrapbooks.

In 2018, the Cape May-Lewes Ferry was both recognized as 1 of the 7 most scenic rides in the U.S. by Smithsonian Magazine, and inducted into the Trip Advisor Hall of Fame. 

Virtually every kind of travel enthusiast will find something they admire on a Ferry trip. Here is a list of just some of the fantastic reasons to take the Cape May-Lewes Ferry on your next adventure. 

  • Dolphin sightings along the journey

  • Sunsets over the Delaware Bay

  • Relaxation on the outside deck chairs

  • Activities for the kids such as mini golf at the Terminal

  • Sipping cocktails at the Lido Bar

  • Birdwatching on the water

  • Reconnecting with Family

  • Lighthouse Sightings

  • Experiencing one of the most scenic Ferry rides in the U.S.

picture of Pinterest Post of the #1 Reason to Experience the Ferry - It's fun!

What's to Love? Lots!

Although ferries operate throughout the U.S., they are not as common a travel experience as in Europe.  According to one UK blogger who loves ferry travel, the fact that her luggage can weigh any amount, and she can take as many bags as she wants in her car are especially nice aspects of Ferry travel; that and the fact that if you take your car onboard you never have to rent a car when you get where you’re going!

According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there are approximately 220 ferry operators in the U.S. working out of 37 states. Washington State and Alaska rank among the best known along with New York’s Staten Island Ferry. New York and California have the largest reported fleets, but are generally passenger only commuter lines. The Cape May-Lewes ferry is unique not only because it connects New Jersey and Delaware, but also because it is among the 42 percent that carry vehicles of all sizes in addition to passengers. 

Don't Take Our Word for It

Of course, we think everyone should take the Ferry at least once to experience it, but we don’t want you to just take our word for it.  Here are a few stories and posts where others have shared their favorite reasons for experiencing Ferry travel across the Delaware Bay. 

What ‘s your special reason for taking the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, or any ferry for that matter?  Let us know by sharing your favorite experiences using the hashtag #CMLFerry55!

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