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If you want to experience the many festivals that Baltimore has to offer, they mainly take place during the summer season, going from June to August. The drawbacks are hot temperatures and the fact that it's peak tourism season, which also means a higher price on accommodation. The fall and spring seasons are milder in both temperature and tourist arrivals, which is perfect if you plan to take long walks and experience the city's locales. Winter is the least crowded season for Baltimore and the prices for hotel reservations are at their lowest, but be aware of the cold weather and prepare accordingly: the temperature can go as low as 30 degrees Fahrenheit (-1 degree Celsius).

There are several options for pharmacies located in Baltimore and some of them can be open 24 hours a day, which is useful in an emergency. James Pharmacy: Address: 1119 Light St, Baltimore Phone: +1 410 752 5810 Opening Hours: Mon–Fri: 9am–7pm, Sat 9am–1pm Web: www.jamespharmacyfedhill.com Walgreens Pharmacy: Address: 9616 Harford Road, Baltimore Phone: +1 410 663 7957 Opening Hours: Daily open 24 hrs. Web: www.walgreens.com/locator/walgreens-9616+harford+rd-baltimore-md-21234/id=6779 . The Johns Hopkins Hospital: Address: 1800 Orleans St, Baltimore Phone: +1 410 955 5000 Opening Hours: Daily open 24 hrs. Web: www.hopkinsmedicine.org/the_johns_hopkins_hospital/index.html

The USPS is the main mailing service in Baltimore, with many post offices located around town. You can buy the stamps directly there, or look for the USPS logo in many retail locations. Address: 111 North Calvert Street, Baltimore Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–2pm 3pm–5pm Phone: +1 800 275 8777 Address: 900 East Fayette Street Room 118, Baltimore Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 8.30am–7pm, Sat 8.30am–5pm Phone: +1 800 275 8777 Address: 130 North Greene Street, Baltimore Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–2pm 3pm–5pm Phone: +1 800 275 8777

The BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is located about a half-hour drive south of downtown Baltimore and about 35 miles north of Washington D.C. You can take public transportation, shuttles or taxis between the airport and the City of Baltimore. Parking There are several parking options at BWI. The hourly garage is attached to the terminal. The cheapest parking option is the long-term lot located on Aviation Boulevard. Light Rail The Light Rail Service is provided by the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) to and from BWI Marshall Airport. Light Rail service is available to downtown Baltimore, Timonium and Hunt Valley from BWI Marshall Airport. To go to Penn Station, exit the train at Mt. Royal Avenue and take the Penn Station Light Rail. There is only one fare for both trains at $1.60 each way. The BWI Marshall Light Rail Station is located immediately outside the lower level of the terminal building, adjacent to Concourse E. For schedules, call 410-539-5000 or go to mta.maryland.gov/light-rail. Car Rental BWI Marshall Airport has opened a spacious rental car facility providing one-stop rental car shopping for our customers. The facility is located at Stoney Run Road and New Ridge Road. Free shuttle service carries customers to and from the airport approximately every 10 minutes. Passengers arriving on flights should take the free shuttle from the lower level terminal. When returning a vehicle, look for highway directional signs to the facility. The Car Rental Facility is located at 7432 New Ridge Road in Hanover. Bus Services MTA offers bus service on the #17 bus from BWI Marshall Airport connecting to Parkway Center, Arundel Mills Mall, Airport 100 Park and the Patapsco Light Rail Stop. MTA also offers weekday peak service on the #99 bus from BWI Marshall Airport connecting to UMBC, CCBC Catonsville, Bloomsbury & Frederick, Rolling & Security Blvd., Liberty & Milford Mill and the Old Court Metro Subway Station. For fares, schedules and other MTA information, call 410-539-5000 or visit mta.maryland.gov. Courtesy Shuttles In order to manage vehicle traffic on the terminal roadway, BWI Marshall Airport has created specific pick-up zones for hotel shuttles and off-airport parking shuttles. Hotel and off-airport parking shuttles will pick-up passengers at the designated zones only. Private vehicles are restricted from these off-airport pick-up zones. Zones 1 and 3 are assigned for hotel shuttles. Zone 2 is designated for off-airport parking shuttles. Zone 4 will be used by both hotels and off-airport parking companies.

MARC Train Service is a commuter rail system whose service areas include Harford County, MD; Baltimore City; Washington D.C.; Brunswick, MD; Frederick, MD and Martinsburg, WV. MARC Train Service operates Monday through Friday only. For more schedule information:

Baltimore has several major taxicab companies to get you to and from BWI Marshall Airport, as well as take care of your transportation needs around town. Baltimore Taxi Cab: +1 410 732 1600 Checker Cab: + 410 685 1212 Yellow Cab: +1 410 230-0127

Car rental companies have rental offices at BWI Marshall Airport, but they can also be found in other key areas in the city, such as the Inner Harbor. Thrifty Car Rental: +1 443 850 7112 Baltimore Car Rental: +1 410 467-1646 U Save Car Rental: +1 410 744-1000

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In the United States of America the standard voltage is 120 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. AC power sockets are of type A (2 pins) and B (3 pins).