Posted in Delaware
August 29, 2017
11 Stereotypes About Delaware That Need To Be Put To Rest – Right Now
Delaware is a charming state that gets a bad reputation – based on myths about Delaware that are absolutely not true! Out of staters believe that we’re boring, bland, and only full of traffic. Luckily, Delawareans know better! How many of these have you had to refute?
So many people think that Delaware is not much more than a stretch of I-95 between Philadelphia and Baltimore. This state has SO much to offer in terms of natural beauty!
Like any city, there are bad areas, sure. But plenty of Wilmington's neighborhoods are full of fun nightlife, great restaurants, and gorgeous parks.
From the Nanticoke Powwow to pirate battles on the Kalmar Nyckle, there are so many things you can only do in Delaware! That should put the "it's boring" myths about Delaware to rest.
No way! I'm always so perplexed when I hear that people have to travel to Philly or Baltimore to catch a great show. the Queen in Wilmington hosts amazing acts all year, the Arden Concert Gild brings in national acts, and the Bottle and Cork in Dewey Beach is the best little venue in the area!
This is one of those Delaware myths that used to be true, but now there are mouthwatering bagels throughout the state. My favorite are at Surf Bagel in Lewes, and NDB in Newark.
There are so many great pizza places in Delaware, if you know where to look! Frederica Pizza and Pasta House turns out an excellent pie.
You don't have to go to Philadelphia to watch baseball! Actually, the single A Wilmington Blue Rocks are playing better ball than the 2017 Phillies anyway.
Sure, UD is a party school, but Newark's Main Street is so much fun for anyone looking to stroll, shop, and dine.
If you try to go to Rehoboth Beach during Memorial Day Weekend, you might be stuck in traffic and crowds. But try in September, when it's local summer, or visit any of our hidden Bayshore beaches to have the sand and surf to yourself.
You wouldnt believe how many comments get posted on these articles claiming that Delaware has no good restaurants! Clearly, nobodys paying attention to all of our incredible coverage of the best restaurants in Delaware!
Yeah, Slower Lower is boring, because we don't have any great water parks, stunning state parks, quaint towns, charming restaurants... actually, on second though, it's super boring - stay away.
Delaware’s not boring at all – and these myths about our lovely state just serve to remind us what everyone else is missing out on! If you still need to convince others that this state is worth visiting, maybe you should explain to them these 9 Things That We Wish We Could Tell Newcomers.
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