Maritime Conference Center Blog

Many of us are stuck at home during the current COVID-19 pandemic and probably cooking more meals than we are use to. Thankfully, our catering partners at FLIK Hospitality Group, and our very own Chef John, are providing some of their favorite recipes so that you can mix things up in the kitchen at home. Chef John even included kid-friendly options!

See the images below for the available recipes we have so far, and keep checking back for more! Thank you Chef John!

Today, March 19, marks the first official day of Spring! There are so many places to visit and things to do nearby in Maryland and D.C., especially now that the weather is warming up!

Here's a short list to get you started:

1. Baseball is back! The Baltimore Orioles kick off the new season at home vs. rivals New York Yankees a week from today on Thursday, March 26th.
2. Home & Garden Shows are happening all over the state showcasing the spring plantings, crafts and much more. Click here for a list of events.
3. Easter is also right around the corner with egg hunts, bunny breakfasts and more.
4. Unique to Maryland and dating back to 100-plus years ago are Steeplechase Races over timber! Learn more here.
5. The National Cherry Blossom Festival is another favorite for both locals and tourists alike.
6. And, of course, you can't forget about the running of the Preakness Stakes in May.

This list certainly doesn't encompass all of the festivals and other things to do nearby. Thankfully, the Maryland Office of Tourism provides several lists of the numerous activities and events Maryland has to offer. Check them out below:

1. Things to Do In Spring
2. Top Things to Do in Spring in Maryland
3. Gardens of Maryland
4. Family Activities for Every Season
5. 25 Free or Nearly Free Things to Do in Maryland
6. Fun Family-Friendly Activities

According to the U.S. Travel Association, Americans are earning even more days off than last year. But more than half (55%) of American workers report not using all their days off—totaling 768 million unused vacation days, up 9% from 2017. What’s more, 236 million of those days were forfeited completely—equaling $65.5 billion in lost benefits and an individual average of $571 in donated work time.

You can work on planning your 2020 vacation with this Maryland Travel Bucket List, put together by the Maryland Office of Tourism!

In case you need more inspiration to visit Maryland this year, check out this article that explains why Charm City is the perfect weekend break for couples, foodies, craft-beer fans and families alike.

Happy Plan a Vacation Day!