Tag: history
Cool Things to Do in Williamsburg VA
Are you considering a trip to Williamsburg? It’s the original capital of the colony of Virginia. You’ll find so many amazing things to do in Williamsburg, VA and the surrounding area. Whether you love history, nature, food, water fun, the Arts, and beyond you can find it on the East Coast of Virginia. Did you […]
Where to Find Info About Historical Travel in the U.S.
I just stumbled on the ultimate source for interesting historical travel in the U.S.. I’m supposed to be doing something else right now, but I was so excited that I couldn’t wait to share it with you! I can’t believe I didn’t know about this before. Do you like Maritime History, American History, or Archaeology? […]
Eyre Hall – Antiques, Gardens and a Letter from Lafayette
[Post updated in 2024] In my second installment about Virginia’s Historic Garden Week (HGW) Tours, I’m visiting Eyre Hall on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. This centuries-old plantation has been one of the enchanting properties included on the Eastern Shore HGW Tour every year since 1941 and soon you’ll see why. This 1760 plantation home with its […]
11 Great Reasons to Visit Washington DC
Did you know that Lonely Planet named Washington DC one of the “Top 10 Cities to Visit in 2020”? Have you ever paid a visit to Washington DC? I thought I’d give you a little introduction to my all-time favorite destination in the United States. When it comes to lifelong learning and exploring new topics, Washington […]
Selecting Homes for Historic Garden Tours of Virginia
[Post Updated 2023] Virginia Historic Garden Tours will be held April 15 through 22nd in 2023. Continuing with Part 2 of 4 in our series “Behind-the-Scenes at Virginia’s Historic Garden Week” today we’ll find out how the homes are selected for the historic garden tours. If you missed the first post, you’ll find it here: […]
6 Reasons NOT to Miss Virginia Tours in Historic Garden Week
If you’re looking for places to go for Virginia home tours, have you heard of “America’s Largest Open House”? Historic Garden Week is Virginia’s oldest volunteer tourism project. It has happened in April every year since 1929 (except 2020 due to COVID). Nearly 26,000 visitors have the privilege of touring gorgeous homes throughout the Commonwealth […]
All You Need to Know about Virginia Home Tours in Historic Garden Week
2023 dates are Saturday, April 15th to Saturday, April 22nd. Part 1 of 4 in my series on Virginia’s Historic Garden Week. The Garden Club of Virginia (GCV) was disappointed when they had to cancel the 2020 Historic Garden Week home tours for the 2nd time in their 87-year history. The 2020 cancellation was due […]
Omis Croatia Beaches, Pirates, and Alfresco Dining
About 25 km (16 miles) south of the second-largest city in Croatia lies the medieval town of Omis. You’ll find the most spectacular Croatia beaches where the turquoise Cetina River flows into the crystal blue waters of the Adriatic Sea. The town’s narrow stone buildings with red-tiled roofs and cobblestone streets also hold centuries of […]
10 Unique Slow Travel Experiences Around the World
What is slow travel? Slow travel is the experience of immersing yourself in the local culture to learn something new at your chosen destination. It emphasizes connecting with the locals to learn about who they are and what makes them unique in the world. Sometimes our lives are simply too busy and slow travel encourages […]
When to Go and Things to Do at Gettysburg Battlefield
Many historians agree that the hallowed ground of the Gettysburg Battlefield is where our nation was saved during the Civil War. If you have any interest in history…actually if you have any interest in America, the historical Battle of Gettysburg is an important event to understand. So, the next time you’re near Pennsylvania, make plans […]
What You Need to Know About Virginia Historic Garden Week
One of the highlights of my year in search of educational traveling with purpose is coming up next week. Do you love gorgeous floral arrangements, history, architecture? What about interior design, outdoor gardens or even just supporting a worthy cause? If so, you’ll LOVE any of the Historic Garden Week Tours hosted throughout the Commonwealth […]
5 Great Reasons to Attend Monticello’s Heritage Harvest Festival
I’ve said before how impressed I was on my first visit to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello (on a normal day). I’m here to say that after the 10th Annual Heritage Harvest Festival last weekend I’m recommending it even more fervently. Over the coming days I’ll share 10 big reasons why you should reserve the date on […]
Isle of Wight Historic Garden Week Tour – Historic Homes
Several years ago, when I was new to Virginia I learned about the state-wide Historic Garden Week. I love gorgeous gardens, as well as lovely historic homes. Plus I thought I could learn a thing or two about the Commonwealth, history, and gardening by checking out a few of the tours. Over the years I’ve had […]
