I have been there as well but we stayed at Camp Hatterus which was awesome. After Tappen Z, 287 southbound > NJ Turnpike >95 SOuth to 13 in Delaware. That takes down the Eastern Shore. If your not in such a hurry you can layover in Toms Cove in Chincotegue VA, or Cherrystone CG or Kiptopeke SP which is down by the Cheasapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. Or not and push through. Route 17 will take you further down south to your destination. Just plan your route and the signage is good. Its a wonderful ride. BTW I am in eastern Long Island, so we have a similar route.