Baltimore - Annapolis, Maryland
Luxury Hotels and Destination

Luxury Just Minutes from the Chesapeake Bay

For an unforgettable luxury vacation within minutes of the Chesapeake Bay, consider two of Maryland’s most popular cities: Baltimore and Annapolis. For a luxury destination filled with rich history, beautiful surroundings, fine dining, luxury hotels, and an attractive downtown, both Baltimore and Annapolis will surpass your expectations. These two cities, distinct in and of themselves yet with so much in common, have drawn luxury hotel visitors from all over the country. Baltimore’s incredible skyline and historical waterfront has attracted visitors and artists from all over the world and provided and has welcomed them into their luxury hotels for the ultimate Baltimore experience. The cultural Downtown District of Baltimore has taken on a life of its own with the Inner Harbor’s many attractions within walking distance. Annapolis, the state capital, is the home of the US Naval Academy & St. John's College. This world famous historic city has a plethora of mouth-watering restaurants and luxury hotels just waiting to be discovered. Offering a mix of historic landmarks and modern luxury amenities, Baltimore and Annapolis will dazzle your senses on your next luxury hotels vacation.

The Beginnings of Baltimore & Annapolis

Baltimore is a city with a remarkable past that extends back to the American Revolution. The city’s location on the Patapsco River and its close proximity to the Chesapeake Bay enabled Baltimore to thrive as a bustling seaport. Cargo from all around the world arrived in Baltimore because it could easily be shipped to the Midwestern markets. It wasn’t long before Baltimore became a predominant shipping and manufacturing center thanks to the Baltimore and Ohio Railroads. Today, Baltimore flourishes with a well-developed health, finance and business sector as well as a charming and lively boutique- and restaurant-filled harbor area. These features continue to attracts both leisure and business travelers to stay in one of many Baltimore luxury hotels.

Annapolis, Maryland emerged from difficult beginnings mostly due to conflicts between Puritan colonists and their Catholic leader as well as conflicts with neighboring Algonquin and other Native American tribes. By the early 1700s, Annapolis had resolved these issues and began to thrive as a political, social, cultural, and economic hub as well as a major shipping port. The fertile soil in the Annapolis region encouraged the development of large agricultural plantations well into the twentieth century. Today, because of the presence of the State House and the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis has transformed into a thriving naval and government center, offering a bustling world for luxury hotels travelers to explore.

In and Around Baltimore & Annapolis

Perhaps you’re the type of luxury traveler who enjoys a leisurely walk after the big breakfasts served in luxury hotels. While in Baltimore, the Cylbum Arboretum provides the perfect backdrop for your morning stroll. A former private estate, the park is a whimsical preserve that includes a beautiful arboretum and an extensive collection of flowers and foliage. This peaceful venue delivers a quiet and reflective atmosphere that lets you forget that you’re actually exercising. So enjoy your Baltimore luxury hotels breakfast and then make your way to the city’s horticultural headquarters to stretch your legs in preparation for your adventure-filled day!

Boat lovers traveling to Annapolis are in luck. Annapolis is not only known as the “sailboat capital of the world” for hosting all sorts of boating shows, but it is also home of the United States Naval Academy. So whether it’s recreational boats or old war vessels that tease your imagination, Annapolis is the ultimate boat-lover’s paradise. Head out from a restful night at one of the Annapolis luxury hotels early in the day and head over to the United States Yacht Shows at the National Harbor, a place where you’ll have the unique opportunity to get a firsthand look at “the most comprehensive showcase of the latest and the best the boating industry has to offer.” Midday, you can make your way to the United States Naval Academy to feast your eyes upon such favorites as the Severn seawall with its mast form the battleship Main (sunk in Havana in 1898), an early submarine, and a Mark XIV torpedo. And just like that, Annapolis has supplied boat enthusiasts with an entire day’s worth of water vessel attractions!

For a change of color from the luxury hotels and attractions of Baltimore and Annapolis, Washington D.C. makes a worthy destination city for day trippers. Our nation’s capital is under two hours from both Baltimore and Annapolis, so why not take the time to visit all of the great monuments and landmarks that Washington DC has to offer? Though traffic and parking are big drawbacks to using your personal vehicle, public transportation is a convenient alternative to get yourself to DC. Once there, an entire world history and culture await you with dozens of memorials, tons of shopping options, and a myriad of museums to visit. For tips on how to avoid traffic and where to find the best parking deals, take advantage of the concierge service offered by most luxury hotels. These knowledgeable folks are there to provide you with insider’s information and valuable tips about the areas surrounding their luxury hotels.

A Cultural Experience

A one of a kind experience can be had at the Geppi’s Entertainment Museum in the downtown historic district of Baltimore. Take a walk through the history of Pop Culture. Visitors and collectors are delighted with the memorabilia and collectables from the era. There are first edition comic books, newspapers, toys and Disney collectibles from 1928 to 1945.

Baltimore Maritime Museum, located on Inner Harbor, is the proud home of several national historic landmarks. The USCGC coast guard cutter was the last fighting ship to survive Pearl Harbor and the USS Torsk was a 10th Class Submarine. The Lightship Chesapeake is well worth a tour.

The Banneker Douglas Museum, located in the historic Mount Moriah Church of Annapolis, is dedicated to preserving Maryland's African American heritage and serves as the state's official repository of African American material culture. For a deeper look at the history of African American culture in the US, this museum houses artifacts and photographs, art, historical documents, and rare books, manuscripts, oral histories, video tapes, and archival materials and opens its doors to the public at no cost.

For more information on local museums and cultural sights of interest, be sure to visit your new friends at the concierge desk. Find out what other hidden gems are tucked away right around the corner of Baltimore and Annapolis luxury hotels.

Local Food Specialties

When it comes to food, visitors can sit back and enjoy the view while dining at one of the many superb waterfront restaurants in the Baltimore-Annapolis region. For a taste a Maryland specialty, try the Eastern Shore delicacy of blue crab. All it needs to be cooked to perfection is a little steaming. Eating blue crab the way the locals do will require a little messiness. It involves cracking the shell, using your hands, and lots of melted butter; what a great way to momentarily step out of the picture perfect world of luxury hotels!

But if getting messy just doesn’t fit into your plans during your stay at a Baltimore/Annapolis luxury hotel, the area also offers a wide selection of fine dining. If authentic Italian food is your desire, then check out the restaurants in Little Italy. The city also hosts ethnic food and art festivals every weekend from June through October.

Luxury Hotels Experience

There’s no better setting for your next luxury hotels experience than the cities of Baltimore and Annapolis. Choose from the many luxury hotels located just minutes from the Chesapeake Bay for incredible views and a restful atmosphere that will encourage you to relax and unwind. What’s wonderful about all of the area’s luxury hotels is that they make top-of-the-line service and attention to detail their top priorities. The luxury hotels concierge and staff are there to cater to your individual needs and preferences. You’ll feel like royalty each night as you climb into the luxurious bed linens and nestle amongst the generous amounts of comfortable pillows. Inadequate hotel shampoo bottles and soaps are a worry of the past, because luxury hotels provide you with spa-quality bathroom products. Choosing luxury hotels for your vacation accommodations is simply the easiest way to assure a comfortable, restful, and luxurious stay on your next vacation.

• The Cylbum Arboretum
• United Yacht Shows
• Geppi’s Entertainment Museum
• Banneker Douglas Museum
• Maryland Office of Tourism
• Baltimore Maryland City Guide
• Baltimore Restaurants