• January 1, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
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1. Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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2. Wilmington

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3. Bethany Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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4. Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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5. Delaware Bay

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6. Delaware City

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7. Delaware Seashore State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Dewey Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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9. Dover

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10. Fenwick Island

Romantic Islands
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11. Fort Delaware State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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12. Georgetown, Delaware

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13. Lewes

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14. Milford

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15. Milton

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16. New Castle

Romantic Castles
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17. Newark

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18. Ocean View

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19. Odessa

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20. Smyrna

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Delaware is a great option for a vacation, with plenty of history, culture, kid-friendly activities, and a beautiful coastline. Delaware beaches are sunny and perfect during the summertime, its parks are stunning all year round, and the towns and cities in the state of Delaware are unique and varied, with fun nightlife, or a relaxing atmosphere, each with something different to offer.

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