2010 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer - Wilmington Delaware

The William Page Inn is a proud supporter of 'Team Neumann University' for the 2010 American Cancer Society Walk.  Help the team achieve their goal or support another walker by clicking the link below.

http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?px=17750415&pg=personal&fr_id=28173&fl=en_US&et=Fk-5tz38hTsX7-mSCPtYGg..&s_tafId=542473

The William Page Inn is proud to announce that the Inn has been spotlighted in this weeks publication of
Trip Advisor's tripwatch as top pick when staying in Annapolis.






The Inn has been rated top pick in the B&B category for over 5 years.  We thank our guests for their feed back and strive to stay #1 with all guests who visit the Inn.  You can read what travelers have to say at Trip Advisor.


Visit our website to tour the Inn and view availability and call the Inn directly @ 410.626.1506 to book accommodations. 

Forbes votes Annapolis - America's Prettiest Town

Wow! What a great recognition by Forbes.com

Annapolis was listed in Forbes as America's Prettiest Towns.  You can read the article at the above link where it recommends staying at one of the towns quaint B&B's.  You can visit the Annapolis Bed and Breakfast Association for a list of high quality members   Be sure to check out the William Page Inn if you're planning a trip to Annapolis!

Spring is here - Annapolis May Day Contest

Saturday, May 1 is May Day. It’s a day the downtown Annapolis residents and merchants welcome spring by decorating their doorways with baskets of blooming flowers. Some 20 volunteers from the Garden Club of Old Annapolis-Towne judge the entries and winners are invited to the annual Garden Club Tea.  You can read more at Write On, Annapolis.

It would a perfect time to book a room at the William Page Inn - in the heart of the Historic District - and stroll the walks to view all the beautiful entries.

Annapolis Arts and Crafts Festival

Join us June 12-13, 2010, Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, Maryland for our first Arts and Crafts Festival

A two-day celebration of the arts, featuring fine arts and crafts from over
150 artists, select wine tastings, food, live entertainment and activities
for the whole family, all within minutes of the many attractions, shops and
restaurants in charming, colonial Annapolis, capital of the State of
Maryland, home of the U.S. Naval Academy and self-proclaimed center of the
sailing world.

Be sure to check the William Page Inn website for availability.

Annapolis In Love

Annapolis In Love is a weekend celebration of Annapolis being the most romantic City in America. On the weekend of April 16– 18th, love will be in the air in every part of our City. City street names will be changed, and romantic events and specials will be offered by participating hotels, B&B's, restaurants, and merchants

Check the William Page Inn website for availability and call directly for rates and specials.

eCruisers in Annapolis - Eco-Friendly Free Transportation

Go Green!  While staying at the William Page Inn you can hop a ride on one of these eco-friendly eCruisers electric shuttles to and from participating restaurants.






eCruisers is a FREE shuttle service operating in downtown Annapolis. It's a hip, fun and "green" way to "move people" while businesses can creatively advertise!

Call for a ride:

Annapolis dispatch: 443-481-2422

Annapolis March Madness Sidewalk Sale

The Annapolis Business Association kicks off the spring season with its 3rd annual March Madness event, which is quickly becoming an Annapolis tradition. At this all-weekend-long affair, area stores feature sidewalk sales and restaurants offer enticing specials.

Be sure to check availability at the William Page Inn located just two blocks from the downtown shopping district.

2010 Annapolis Visitors Guide

The 2010 Annapolis and Chesapeake Bay Official Visitors Guide is now available online. Click the link above, go to the official Visit Annapolis site. or become a fan of Visit Annapolis on Facebook to get up-to-date info on events.

If planning a visit book your stay with the William Page Inn Bed and Breakfast located in the downtown historic district.

Selecting the B&B That Fits You

Over the past year most of my posts have been either Inn specials or Annapolis events but during that time many guest have shared their frustration with selecting lodging that fits their style.  So, I decided to post a few pointers.

Most people with their schedules tend to select a hotel chain since there is a familiarity with the chain.  In doing that, you can loose the ability to get a real feel for the town, front desk staff is usually not a vested individual who can direct you to what you are really looking for, and rarely are hotels in the heart of the town.  So, in selecting accommodations, especially a Bed and Breakfast, here are some things to consider.

First - do a little research.  Use sites like Trip Advisor, Yelp, Bed and Breakfast.com.  These sites have unbiased reviews and also provide links to other local venues.  Be sure you verify the location.  Many establishments list they are in a specific area but frequently are not which requires using a car or taking a cab to get around.  You may find a good rate but you're going to make up for it in transportation and parking. 

Second-verify they have easy access to parking.  Some establishments have parking at local parking lots at a reduced cost and hotels usually have parking at an additional cost.  You're best bet is on-site parking.  

Third-decide what is a necessity to you.  For example, WiFi, TV, full breakfast vs. Continental, etc.  Verify there is no charge for access to the internet.

Last-don't use online reservations (if available). By speaking directly to a person you will get a feel for the place through the conversation. 

Keep it simple - follow these four steps and you're guaranteed to have a great stay.  

Resorts and Lodges Maryland Top 10

The William Page Inn is proud to be named in Resorts and Lodges Top 10 Bed and Breakfasts.  Check out the site to view the other Top 10 rated Inns.  Visit the William Page Inn website for more information, availability and links to Annapolis upcoming events or directly visit the Annapolis Conference and Visor Bureau  

Start Spring with a Weekend Getaway!

Annapolis #1 Trip Advisor rated, the William Page Inn Bed and Breakfast is offering special rates for stays 3/19/10 – 3/21/10 only; receive a 15% discount on your stay. All accommodations include complimentary wireless, full breakfast and on-site offstreet parking.

28th Annual St. John's - U.S. Naval Academy Croquet Match

SAVE THE DATE
The 28th Annual Croquet Match - SJC VS. USNA
Saturday, April 17, 2010 
Rain Date: Sunday, April 18, 2010, 1p.m.

Guidelines for Guests:

• No grills, kegs or dogs permitted on campus.
• Alcohol containers on campus must be monitored by an adult 21 years of age or older at all times.
• Guest tents and tables may be set-up only in the designated areas (in front of the Greenfield Library).
• No tents larger than 20-by-20 feet will be permitted on campus.
• Guests will not be permitted to set up their spaces before 8 a.m. on the morning of the match.
• All tents and other personal items must be removed from the front campus by 8 p.m. on the day of the match or they will become the property of St. John's College.
• Only lawn chairs and blankets will be permitted in the vicinity of the crouqet courts (north of the pathway to Prince George St.).

The William Page Inn has room available and is only two blocks from the college campus

Haiti Relief Organizations

While we at the William Page Inn Bed and Breakfast know people are being inundated with organizations seeking assistance to provide services in Haiti we wanted to post a list of some of the most actively working in the relief efforts that we received from Trip Advisor. 

The American Red Cross

www.redcross.org

Text "Haiti" to 90999 to donate $10 (billed to your phone)

The United Nations World Food Program

www.wfp.org

The Salvation Army

www.salvationarmyusa.org

Action Against Hunger

www.actionagainsthunger.org

Project HOPE

www.projecthope.org

Partners in Health

www.pih.org

A SPECIAL EXHIBITION AT NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MUSEUM NOVEMBER 19, 2009 - MARCH 31, 2010

 Terra Cotta Warriors is now on exhibit at the National Geographic Museum in DC.
This will be the final US stop of the two year tour of these nearly 2000 year old statues found in the tomb of China's first Emperor.


The William Page Inn is just a 30 minute drive or accessible via public transit. We will gladly assist you in your travel plans.

William Page Inn of Facebook and Twitter

The William Page Inn wants people to keep up with activities taking place in Annapolis and the Inn for the upcoming season and encourage you to follow us on Facebook and Twitter.  I'm sure you have friends who are looking for a different get-away and Annapolis is easily accessible and conveniently located to several major cities so pass this on.

Facebook will continue to be our primary social networking site allowing a more interactive approach to media while Twitter will have more 'hot deals'.

The blog will remain intact with reformatting to make it more informative for people planning to come to Annapolis or the Inn.

Maryland State Police Annual Charity Polar Bear Plunge..PLUNGAPOOLOZA

Maryland’s top elected official, Governor Martin O'Malley,  is set to host “the official event of winter” and join the thousands who will be a part of the biggest charity polar bear plunge in the world.  Proceeds from the event benefit Special Olympics Maryland so its a great cause.






The event is scheduled for January 30, 2010. Additional info including sponsorship and enrollment forms can be found on the MSP 2010 Polar Bear Plunge page.


The William Page Inn is unable to accommodate guest for this event but will be sponsoring a 'plunger'.