Christmastime in our nation’s capital is truly magical. Those who are lucky enough to experience Washington, DC during the holidays have a wide array of options to choose from when it comes to getting into the spirit of the season. Between Christmas markets, light festivals, and holiday-themed art exhibits, the city lights up between Thanksgiving …
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When I say Christmastime in our nation’s capital is truly magical, I mean it. And those who are lucky enough to experience Washington, DC during the holidays have an array of options to choose from when it comes to festive things to do, outings, and events for getting into the spirit of the season. Between …
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…Mural Tours! Seth and I were recently invited to embark on Historic America’s inaugural U Street Music and Murals Tour. As residents of DC’s U Street corridor (that we learned was historically referred to as mid-city), we were elated to explore the history and culture of our neighborhood – and in just over two hours, …
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. This town may just be one of PA’s best kept secrets. Growing up in South Central Pennsylvania, this …
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When thinking of Washington, DC, images of idyllic gardens and lush forests probably do not immediately come to mind. However, with 643 official city parks, over a dozen beautifully curated gardens, and miles of woodland trails, visitors and local nature-lovers alike need not be discouraged, as there is ample opportunity for outdoor exploration within city …
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Raleigh, North Carolina may be one of the nation’s northern-most Southern cities, but it is also one of the most charming. The downtown area is walkable, scenic, and most-definitely photoworthy – and thus the dream of photographers, instagrammers, and travel blogger’s alike. From quirky street art, to unique architecture, to beautiful gardens and historic museums, …
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 …
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 …
Spring is upon us once again, and soon our beautiful district will be in full bloom. DC denizens and tourists alike will flock in droves to experience our city’s iconic cherry blossoms and see the blanket of pink petals that engulfs us for a few glorious days once a year. Among those anxiously awaiting peak …
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The time between Christmas and the new year can be many things. These few fleeting days may allow you to relax and recharge while munching on leftover holiday cookies; they may be a time to assess your holiday spoils and perhaps head to the mall to make some returns; they may even be filled with …
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