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How to Explore Downtown York, PA: The Hippest Small Town You’ve Never Heard Of

If by the off chance you have actually heard of York, Pennsylvania, images of industry, snack foods, and the Articles of Confederation may come to mind. The New York Times has described York as a “south-central Pennsylvania manufacturing town, where the colonial architecture reflects its Revolutionary War past,” but to us it’s so much more. …

How to Explore the Best of the DelMarVa Peninsula

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Aleah and I both grew up in South Central PA and like most from the area, spent at least one week a year on the Eastern Shore of Delaware, Maryland, or Virginia. We lived a brief 25 minutes apart from each other, took the same route to and from, and yet had very different Delmarva …

Couple sitting on a rock overlooking Harpers Ferry at the summit of Maryland Heights Overlook hiking trail

How to Spend a Perfect Winter Day in Harpers Ferry, WV

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Tucked into the lower Shenandoah Valley lies Harpers Ferry, a small Appalachian town with no lack of history or beauty. Situated at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers between Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, the latter’s Easternmost town boasts a population of only 285, yet nearly half a million people visit each year. …

How to Explore Luray Virginia & Hike Shenandoah National Park in an Epic Weekend

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If you’re in search of the perfect Mid-Atlantic East Coast mountain getaway, or on a hunt for the ideal home base to explore Shenandoah National Park (SNP), look no further than Luray (pronounced Loo-Ray), Virginia. This little town, situated to the west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, right outside SNP and George Washington National Forest, …

How to Road Trip Jamaica in One Week

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From crystal clear waters to mountainous jungle landscapes, Jamaica is the quintessential Caribbean paradise. For an island roughly the size of Connecticut, this rocky oasis offers endless adventures. After spending a week driving all over Jamrock, and we are already plotting our return! If you’re in the market for an epic Jamaica road trip, we’ve …

How to Explore Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania in a Weekend

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On the southern edge of the Pocono Mountains lies Jim Thorpe, a town named after the famous athlete that became the first Native American to win a gold medal for the US in the Olympics of 1912. Known as the “Little Switzerland of America,” this town may just be one of PA’s best kept secrets. …

How to Spend 6 Epic Days of Adventure in Puerto Rico

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28 years… 28 years is the amount of time it took us to visit the only US territory with a rainforest! After coming home from this trip, it’s apparent that we waited 28 years too long to visit the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. As US residents ourselves, the travel could not have been easier, …

Beijing Whirlwind Itinerary: How to Spend 6 Epic Days in China’s Capital City

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Beijing is a magical place brimming with both culture and history. I had the opportunity to explore this corner of China this June and although my visit was short (and sweet), it was packed with opportunities for learning about ancient Chinese history and immersing myself in modern Chinese culture. The city is way too massive …

How To Spend a Long Weekend in Richmond, VA

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Visiting Virginia’s capital city for a long weekend will either have you planning a return trip while still there or wishing you had a few extra days to explore. This little city is full of history, art, trendy cafes, and great food. What more could you ask for on your mini getaway? We spent three …

How to Spend a Long Weekend in Raleigh, NC

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Mixing southern charm with northern city living is what Raleigh is all about. Home to NC State’s Wolf Pack and a very accessible downtown, you can’t help but think about renting a 10th floor apartment downtown or a quiet little two level a five minutes’ walk from the the most popular bars and restaurants. This …