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How to Spend an Adventurous Weekend in Front Royal, Virginia

With ample opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, off-roading, camping, spelunking, waterfall chasing, and just simply taking in the natural beauty of the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains, Front Royal, Virginia attracts local nature-lovers and global outdoor enthusiasts alike. Situated in the Shenandoah Valley, this charming small town offers easy access to the northern entrance of Shenandoah …

How to Spend an Adventurous Weekend in Hickory, North Carolina

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Hikes. History. Delicious food. Art. ADVENTURE… These are just some of the things that await you on your visit to the quaint little city of Hickory, North Carolina. With great restaurants, beautiful street art, dozens of local breweries, and access to epic hiking, mountain biking, and other outdoor recreation opportunities, it’s safe to say that …

The Ultimate Guide to the Hatfield McCoy Mountains & Trails

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Nestled in the southwestern corner of the Mountain State, West Virginia’s Hatfield-McCoy Mountain Region is truly an adventure-lover’s paradise. The region’s vibrant landscapes are as iconic as the area’s namesake – the infamous Hatfield and McCoy family feud – and make for the perfect backdrop for your southern West Virginia adventure. If you like hiking, …

How to Spend the Perfect Winter Weekend in Lake George, NY

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Located 3.5 hours from New York City, at the southeast base of the Adirondack Mountains, is Lake George, New York. A town named after a lake that Thomas Jefferson claimed was “…without comparison, the most beautiful water (he) ever saw.” Nicknamed the Queen of American Lakes, tourists and locals alike have flocked to the shores …

How to Experience the Best Fall Foliage near Washington, DC

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There is something extra magical about autumn in the DMV. While we’re sipping our pumpkin spice lattes and hot apple ciders, bopping around our favorite harvest festivals, and frolicking through our local apple orchards and pumpkin patches in search of the best spoils for our pies and porches, Mother Nature is putting on her own …

Best Quick & Epic Road Trips from Washington, DC

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After calling this city home for the last ten years, we know that there is a lot to love about Washington, DC, but everyone needs an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city from time to time. And since local travel has made a complete and total comeback over the last few years, …

How to Spend an Epic Fall Weekend in Williamsburg, Virginia

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In October, we took a weekend trip to Williamsburg, Virginia for a little history and a lot fun and games. Located along the state’s coast, just a few miles from the Chesapeake Bay, Williamsburg is the northern point of Virginia’s Historic Triangle with Yorktown and Jamestown to the southeast and southwest respectively. We both visited …

How to Explore Baltimore, Maryland in a Day

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Baltimore City may get a bad rap sometimes, but I’m here to assure you that Charm City does indeed live up to its nickname. So if you’ve ever been talked out of visiting by naysayers and wet blankets, defy them and go experience a day here for yourself. This Maryland city is packed with fun …

How to Spend an Afternoon at Dumbarton Oaks in Washington, DC

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Atop a hill, at the highest point of Georgetown in Washington, DC, sits Dumbarton Oaks. This real-life secret garden offers visitors the opportunity to get lost among acres of beautifully manicured green spaces surrounded by Victorian terraces and dotted with brick paths. Owned by Harvard University, the property houses a library, museum, and acres of …

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

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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. …