SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. - Thousands of people traveled to the coast for the Fourth of July weekend, leaving businesses with their hands full.
"We were very busy. It was pretty mellow during the daytime, but once the night hit, it was like constant orders, long lines, and I noticed it was just constantly busy around here," Jojo Esparza-García, who works at First State Corn and More, said.
The holiday weekend and crowds made businesses like First State Corn and More bring more staff on board.
"We brought as many people as we could for, like, the night shift, and then we just had to all hustle through," Esparza-García said.
Alex Boswell, an employee at Kaisy's Delights, noted this year was even busier than the last.
"Oh my Goodness, absolutely swamped. Busiest I've seen it pretty much. I think, all summer, even this morning," he said.
Crowds are still enjoying the beach.
"We've heard a lot about Rehoboth Beach over the years. We've been to Provincetown a lot but never here, so we are really enjoying it. I think it's very nice, the people are very friendly, the restaurants [and] the bars are great. Everything is great," Robert Vezina, who is visiting from Montreal, Canada, said.
Visitors have been excited about their experiences along the coast.
"People have been really, really welcoming here, so we loved it," Vezina said.
If you are still around tomorrow, several events will happen in Lewes, from a boat parade to fireworks.