Category: Travel

Historic Jamestowne, part of Colonial National Historical Park, is jointly administered by the National Park Service and the Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation (on behalf of Preservation Virginia). Tickets are good for 7 consecutive days and include entrance to the James Fort Site, New Towne, the Archaearium Museum, the Glasshouse, and the Island Loop Drive.

A 2.9 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Burke, Virginia that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking, running, and road biking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

Vast, venerable museum chronicling American history through displays such as Julia Child’s kitchen. Children can learn about Women’s History, Latino History, food history and so much more. Youngsters will gravitate toward the interactive elements, including Object Project, Wegmans Wonderplace (best for those 0–6) and SparkLab (for ages 6–12) where little academics will have access to… Continue reading National Museum of American History

Tranquil grassy area featuring a promenade for walking & biking, plus scenic views & overlooks. The park links 225 miles of parkland along the Potomac River stretching from Cumberland, Maryland, to Mount Vernon, Virginia. The park has notable design elements like the labyrinth, beautiful fountain (seasonal), and charming rain gardens. Rates: $2/hour, Monday through Saturday… Continue reading Georgetown Waterfront Park

A baseball park along the Anacostia River in the Navy Yard neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Home to the Washington Nationals of Major League Baseball. Pay just $5 per game for Standing Room Only tickets to Nationals home games, while receiving access to great benefits & discounts throughout Nationals Park. Food and drink are quite expensive.

A 422-acre amusement park, located approximately 60 miles northwest of Virginia Beach. Great rides, wonderful performance and shows, and good food. The park is nice, clean, and well maintained. Your family will have a great time walking around the special Christmas Village event.

Colonial Williamsburg, is the heart of “Historic Triangle” together with Jamestown and Yorktown, was capital of the Virginia Colony from 1699 to 1780 and played a significant role in the American Revolution. Today, Williamsburg was transferred to a historic district and living-history museum where actors in period costume depict daily Colonial life in the streets,… Continue reading Colonial Williamsburg

A luxury resort in the middle of the Allegheny Mountains. The area has the largest hot springs, and the resort is also known for its championship golf courses, which have hosted several national tournaments. The resort also includes an alpine ski resort; founded in 1959, it is the oldest in Virginia. The resort has been… Continue reading The Omni Homestead Resort

Shenandoah National Park extends along the Blue Ridge Mountains in the U.S. state of Virginia. The Skyline Drive runs its length, and a vast network of trails includes a section of the long-distance Appalachian Trail. Lots of hiking trails, waterfalls, deer, and other wildlife, and campgrounds in the area. Camp stores throughout the park. Entrance… Continue reading Shenandoah National Park

Historic Blenheim is a c. 1859 central-hall plan Greek Revival-style brick farmhouse built for Albert and Mary Willcoxon just prior to the Civil War (1861-65). It is nationally significant for the voluminous quantity and quality of examples of Civil War inscriptions. Historic Blenheim is part of the Virginia Civil War Trails and the Northern Virginia… Continue reading Historic Blenheim and the Civil War Interpretive Center