A guide for adventurous travellers to the Chesapeake Bay area, taking in Eastern Virginia, Maryland (including Baltimore) and Washington DC. It discusses adventurous activities, from walking tours to hikes and watersports. There is information on the best places to stay and eat, plus tips on where the locals eat. Numerous tips and sidebars highlight watchable wildlife, kid-friendly places, good values, insider advice, and special warnings or cautions. There are locator maps to help readers plan their trips.