Almost no one wants to leave the beach. It's easier to leave the waves and sand behind if you have something to remind you of the beauty and healing power of Delaware's unmatched coast.

Postcards are nostalgic, but wouldn't you rather have a keepsake you can taste, smell, touch, or share with others? These five exciting choices from local businesses near the Delaware beaches would be right for you.

A beach souvenir lets you remember your trip all year. Here are the top five souvenir shops in the beach towns of Delaware that you should visit as soon as possible. 

1. Blue Room Gallery, Bethany Beach

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This friendly shop at 123 Garfield Parkway in Bethany Beach sells sea-glass earrings that remind you of happy beach days. The Blue Room, which got its name from a surfing word, sells art, fabrics, notecards, pillows, and other items with sun and sand themes. 

You can find unique jewelry pieces made from shells, driftwood, and other coastal finds, along with sea-glass earrings.

2. Dolle’s Candyland, Rehoboth Beach

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Dolle's, which has been around since 1926, is known for its saltwater taffy. The store is open all year, and traditional flavors like vanilla, blueberry, licorice, and banana are still available. 

Over the years, they have tried out different flavors. At its new location at 9 Rehoboth Ave., near the beach in Rehoboth Beach, busloads of visitors are fighting over boxes of taffy to take home. 

Dolle's also makes crowd-pleasers like Mellow Mints. These are sticks of multicolored taffy with a minty kick and chocolates like dark chocolate seashells and sea salt caramels sold by the piece.

3. Seaside Country Store, Fenwick Island

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The big red barn at 1208 Coastal Highway on Fenwick Island is a landmark for shoppers. Ask any local, and they know Seaside doesn't skimp on its fudge, probably because they've been selling it for over 50 years. Their rich fudge is made daily and sold by the piece or the pound, and it has more than 30 different kinds, from regular chocolate to key lime. 

Customers can also buy souvenirs, like t-shirts and mugs with the shop's famous logo, to remind them of the delicious fudge they had on Fenwick Island.

4. Edie Bees Confection Shop, Lewes

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Even if you don't have a sweet tooth, the creative, sparkly, and colorful sweets from Edie Bees are aesthetically pleasing. To be honest, they have the most exquisite window displays in historic downtown Lewes. 

At 115 Second Street, you can make tasty, pretty sweets as a friendly reminder of your day at the beach. With an abundance of options and combinations to choose from, Edie Bees is the perfect spot for a day at the beach.

5. The Soap Fairy, Milton

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The Soap Fairy bars and balls in Milton smell like relaxing vacations because they come from natural and vegetarian ingredients like olive oil, herbs, and coconut. Sold under the Lavender Fields umbrella, the soaps are also a regular draw at Bethany Beach, Lewes, and Rehoboth Beach farmers' markets.

The Soap Fairy's shop at 18864 Cool Spring Road is popular with locals and visitors who like to check out the store's beautiful smells and products. These aromas make you want to go back to Delaware again!

Final Thoughts

If you're looking for the perfect gift to give someone at the Delaware beach, look no further than these five stores. There is something for everyone in these shops, from locally made items to one-of-a-kind finds. 

So, whether you're a beach addict or a landlubber, stop by and look at one of these shops. You might find a gem reminding you of your unforgettable Delaware Beach trip!