Category: Mid-Atlantic States
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 […]
Behind the Scenes at Virginia Historic Garden Week
[Post Updated 2023] Virginia Historic Garden Week Tours will be held April 15 through 22nd in 2023. Part 3 of 4 in our series “Behind-the-Scenes at Virginia Historic Garden Week”, today we’ll find out how the homes and communities, selected by Garden Club of Virginia, prepare for the tours. If you missed our previous posts, […]
Colonial Beach, Virginia and Historic Garden Week
During Virginia’s Historic Garden Week a few years ago, I discovered a quaint beach town that you won’t want to miss when you’re visiting the East Coast of Virginia along the Potomac River! The colorful vintage summer cottages and small-town vibe of Colonial Beach, Virginia (USA) reminded me of my hometown in Ohio on the […]
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 […]
So Many Reasons to Visit York River State Park
[This post was updated in Feb 2022] What better reasons to visit York River State Park than hiking, history, and health benefits? This and other state parks provide a great way to get outside and enjoy nature any time of year. York River State Park is a short drive from Richmond, Virginia, as well as […]
Our Ultimate USA Road Trip Itinerary
We’re about at the halfway point of our ultimate USA Road trip itinerary and I need to apologize for not blogging more. Did you miss me or did you follow along on Instagram or Facebook? I know that I didn’t share there every day either, but I’m really trying to balance being in the moment, […]
Best Places to Travel in October and Why its the Best Month
In October I enjoyed one of my best vacations ever. We traveled to France and Germany! In looking back over my many years of travel and adding this latest experience, it reinforces once again to me that OCTOBER is the best month to travel. Here’s are some of the best places to travel in October […]
10 Important Tips For Visiting Holocaust Museums, Memorials & Historical Sites
Holocaust museums, memorials, and historical sites may not be your idea of a jolly holiday, but there are times in our lives when a vacation is much more important than that. This is what it means to travel with purpose. How much do you really know about the Holocaust? Do you understand the complexities of […]
Day 1 – Charleston WV on My Crazy Cross-Country Road Trip
Hi there! If you haven’t read about why I went on this crazy road trip, you can find the beginning of the story here. The first day of the journey ended in Charleston, (WV) West Virginia and this post is about Day 1. While I was on the road I didn’t have much time to […]
My Crazy Cross-Country Road Trip – Planning
Who is crazy/stupid/reckless/irresponsible enough to plan a cross-country road trip in the middle of a pandemic? Well, while I don’t consider myself to be any of those things, the answer is a bit complicated…so here goes. I live in Virginia and I have a family member that lives in Arizona. For a variety of reasons, […]
20 Cool Things to Do in Shenandoah National Park – Virginia
We recently spent a week relaxing and exploring in Northwestern Virginia (USA) – in and around Shenandoah National Park. We stayed in the Shenandoah Valley just west of the park, not far from the border of West Virginia. If you’re planning a trip to this gorgeous corner of Virginia here are just a few of […]
Travel Bloggers’ Picks for Budget-Friendly Restaurants With a View
Do you remember my recent post about restaurants with a view in Podstrana, Croatia? Great weather always makes me long to be outside and today I’m sharing budget-friendly recommendations for amazing restaurants with a view along with relaxing outdoor dining. What could be more perfect for enjoying the summer? Some of my travel blogger friends […]
Giving Back to the Planet With Wilderness Volunteers
Did you know that last year nearly 327 MILLION people from all corners of the globe visited America’s National Parks? I believe that’s because the United States (via the National Parks System) has set aside some of the most spectacular natural and historical locations on the planet and they’re right in your backyard. With recent budget […]
Why You Shouldn’t Miss the Renwick Gallery in DC
In my recent post, I shared “11 Reasons to Visit Washington DC Museums“. I included much more than just museums, and since I was covering so much ground, I didn’t even mention specific Smithsonian Museum locations. If you follow me on Instagram though, you’ve probably seen me mention one of my absolute favorites, the Renwick […]
Thoroughly Virginia – Fredericksburg Historic Garden Tour
What do Stonewall Jackson, farming, fox hunting, flowers and fund-raising all have in common? They all have deep roots in Virginia culture and were all highlighted on the 2019 Fredericksburg Historic Garden Tour, hosted by the Rappahannock Valley Garden Club. Spread across the countryside along the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary War Route, outside of Fredericksburg, the club […]
