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Spend a night on beautiful Tangier Island Plan a trip to Tangier Island a picturesque island in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay, where crabbing is the primary occupation. You'll see some of the most beautiful scenery on the Bay and be warmly welcomed to a fishing village of about 600 residents. Here you can see and experience how crabbers make their living by going on a waterman's tour. You can observe marine birds and other nature when you traverse the islands creeks using a free kayak. If you prefer more sedentary activities you can enjoy the island quiet at one of the bed and breakfasts or visit the new Tangier History Museum and Cultural Interpretive Center. On the island you'll hear a Cornish accent that traces to the English settlers who settled there in 1686, although John Smith probably visited the island in 1608. Before the English settlement, the island was a summer fishing and oyster grounds for Native Americans. It is now widely regarded as "the soft shell capital of the world ." Transportation on Tangier Island consists primarily of golf carts and bikes. Visitors can rent both. Tangier residents take pride in their Chesapeake Bay heritage and maintain a traditional religious life . Find out how crabbers make their living on the Chesapeake. On Tangier, a waterman's workaday world will be your adventure. Crab season is open and tours are available now. Click on the Itineraries and Packages button for more information. Plan your trip to Tangier Island today! A Testimonial From a Recent Tangier Visitor "This tour was the highlight of my trip. I have seen Tangier in a way I could never have, without the tour. I am going back home and send family and friends to take this tour." Joanne, Boston, MA
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