Month: January 2022

Potomac Mills is Virginia’s largest outlet mall with over 200 stores, located from the heart of Washington D.C. It offers a collection of upscale brand name outlets and also includes amenities such as plush seating areas. From apparel for the whole family to handbags and home furnishings, etc.

The park is a performing arts center located on 117 acres (47 ha) of national park land in unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia, near the town of Vienna. Through a partnership and collaboration of the National Park Service and the non-profit Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, the park offers both natural and cultural resources.… Continue reading Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, Virginia

Commonly known as the National Zoo, is one of the oldest zoos in the United States. It is part of the Smithsonian Institution and does not charge admission. The National Zoo has two campuses. The two facilities host about 2,700 animals of 390 different species. It’s open every day of the year except for December… Continue reading National Zoological Park, DC

The Virginia Air and Space Science Center is a museum and educational facility that also serves as the visitors center for NASA’s Langley Research Center and Langley Air Force Base. The gallery emphasizes hands-on and immersive experiments on flight concepts such as control surfaces and propeller design, and experiences such as flight simulators. Unlimited exhibit… Continue reading Virginia Air & Space Science Center

One of the oldest show caves in the country, Grand Caverns has been offering tours to the public since 1806. The caverns are surrounded by a tourist-driven area. Other activities in the park include hiking and biking trails, five picnic shelters for general use, a swimming pool, and a mini-golf course. The caverns also host… Continue reading Grand Caverns

Located 10 miles south of Wytheville, at a 2,600 feet elevation, and the farm itself is 160 acres. The Flying Flowers Butterfly House is home to more than 32 different species of native Vermont butterflies. Adult ticket is 10 dollars and a child is free with a paying adult.

A hands-on museum designed for children. The exhibits cover topics like Native American culture and history, gravity and electricity, and life on a farm…etc. You can purchase online tickets and get more information at their web site.

Enjoy 350 acres of outdoor recreation at Occoquan Regional Park in Lorton, Virginia. The park’s crown jewel is the brand new River View at the Jean R. Packard Center – A premier event space for up to 300 seated guests, featuring the 1608 room, and interpretive foyer depicting John Smith’s voyage on the Chesapeake Bay.

This public green space is often host to fitness & cultural arts programs, including live music.

It’s a beautiful spot, very well maintained and wonderful staff.