For men and women who have grown up at or near the Delaware beaches, there are certain things that have remained constant over the years.
They truly are the reasons why the area has become such a popular vacation destination – the small town charm, the vibrant restaurant scene, the old school rides at Funland and, of course, the award-winning beaches themselves.
But even as those core elements of coastal Delaware life have remained the same through the generations, every year the area also kind of reinvents itself at the same time. There's always something new to see and do in coastal Delaware.
And that’s what we’re going to treat you with today.
So, if you’re at the Delaware beaches for the 2017 season, or even if you’re just coming for a short visit, you’ll want to save this blog entry for future reference. Because we’re going to give you the lowdown on all of the great new attractions for the Summer of 2017.
As is usually the case in and around Rehoboth, many of the new additions center on food. The Rehoboth/Lewes/Dewey area has really become known as a hot spot in the mid-Atlantic for it’s eclectic, vibrant and varied restaurant scene.
“Foodies” love Rehoboth, and the chef/owners who continuously offer up a wide selection of delectable culinary creations are a bit like rock stars at the Delaware beaches.
We’ll get to all of the great new restaurants in a moment, but we’re going to start with a trio of great new additions that promise to make a big impact on coastal Delaware during the Summer of 2017 and beyond.
We start with a new attraction at one of Rehoboth Beach’s most long-standing and beloved attractions…
New ride at Funland. For the first time in several years, one of the anchors of the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is getting a new ride, and the family-owned business is hoping it’s 2017 visitors will “flip” for it all summer long.
The SuperFlip 360 will spin, drop and flip riders, giving them a unique look at the beach and the boardwalk. It joins the other rides at this top Rehoboth Beach destination, that has been a favorite for generations of beach goers since opening in 1962.
Visit funlandrehoboth.com for more about the SuperFlip 360 and all of the great fun and excitement planned for 2017.
Lefty’s Alley & Eats. Open for a few months already just off Route 1 in Lewes, Lefty’s is sure to become one of the new “go-to” destinations for fun and entertainment in the resort area.
Featuring 16 bowling lanes, a two-story laser tag experience, an arcade and a wide selection of food choices, Lefty’s Alley & Eats is located at 36450 Plaza Drive in Lewes and has already claimed quite the following in coastal Delaware
For more information on Lefty’s, visit iloveleftys.com or call 302-864-6000.
Hudson Fields. Together with the Highway One Co., Hudson Fields is introducing the newest southern Delaware concert venue this summer near Milton.
The music will feature several genres, but the 2017 season will be headlined by the Nashville-based group Old Dominion, recently named the “New Group of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music.
There are six shows planned for 2017 at the 4,000 seat outdoor venue, wrapping up in September with a Christian music festival.
Visit hudsonfields.com for more information, including directions, or to purchase tickets.
Big Chill Beach Club. Adding to the fun at Delaware Seashore State Park this year is the highly anticipated Big Chill Beach Club, a family-friendly rooftop restaurant that will include an “umbrella room,” 360 degree views of the ocean and bay, a fire pit and much more.
The venue also features a tented and floored wedding and event venue, and a live stage is scheduled to be constructed soon.
The restaurant at the club will feature “beach fare” that can be enjoyed on-site or easily taken down to the beach to eat while enjoying the sand and the surf of the state park.
Visit bigchillbeachclub.com for more information.
Brimming Horn Meadery. “Drink Like a Viking” at this new meadery located in Milton.
Featuring a tasting/sampling area, as well as a Scandinavian-style mead hall, Brimming Horn features both meads and ciders and is run by two gentlemen who have more than 20 years of experience crafting and perfecting their creations.
For those who may not be aware, a mead is an alcoholic drink created by fermenting honey with water, and sometimes with fruits, spices, grains or hops.
Visit brimminghornmeadery.com for more information.
Salted Vines Vineyard & Winery. Previously Fenwick Wine Cellars, the new Salted Vines is now open for business near Fenwick Island.
Featuring a series of 10 outdoor concerts between May and September, as well as special events like a Father’s Day Brunch in June, a “Retiree Happy Hour” every Thursday and “Salty Second Saturdays,” Salted Vines is located at 32512 Blackwater Road in Frankford.
Visit fenwickwinecellars.com or call 302-436-1500 for more information.
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