6 Charming Small Towns Across Maryland
Ideas for exploring a few of Maryland’s most charming small towns.
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The Best Low-Cost Family Activities near Ocean City, MD
There are tons of low-cost family activities near Ocean City, Maryland. We love Ocean City for its wide, beautiful beaches and soft white sand. Swimming and boogie boarding on the free public beaches is a blast. But we also like that Worcester (and neighboring Wicomico) County offers so much more. We especially love it when…
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A Guide to the Delaware Beaches
As a lifelong Delawarean, I have spent many happy times at the Delaware Beaches. This post explores each of the beaches with their associated towns that make up this lovely bit of coastline. When to Visit the Delaware Beaches Peek season in Delaware is mid-June to mid to Labor Day. Shoulder season is a great…
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Orlando Theme Parks on a Budget: How We Made Our Wish Come True
This year, we were able to take a wonderful trip to Orlando and visit both Disney World and Universal Studios. These are tips for how we made it affordable.
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Family Fun in Garrett County, Maryland
Garrett county is the Western-most county in Maryland, and is a great place for family fun. It is sandwiched between Pennsylvania to the north (about 2 hours south of Pittsburg), and West Virginia to the South and West (less than 2 hours from Morgantown). We happily visited this beautiful area one spring. We enjoyed exploring…
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What is there to do in Sussex County, Delaware?
Super-post on destinations within Sussex County, DE
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Family-Friendly Attractions in the Mid-Hudson Valley, New York
Here are a few highlights for family travel along the Hudson Valley, NY.
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5 Museums in one Mile in Doylestown, PA
Doylestown Pennsylvania has a unique claim to fame: You can visit 5 castles and museums within a mile. “The Mercer Mile” includes Fonthill Castle, The Mercer Museum, and the Moravian and Tile Works. Additionally, the Michener Art Museum and the VAMP Vampire and Paranormal Museum are also located within this area. Doylestown is located in…
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Family Travel to Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls is a great place to visit with small kids. Attractions like Clifton Hill, Journey Behind the Falls, and the Skywheel are perfect for young families.
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5 Charming Towns in Northern Virginia
Northern VA is full of history, natural beauty, and fun family activities. These are a few towns that are worth exploring in NoVA.
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5 Reasons to Visit National Harbor, MD
There are many reasons to visit National Harbor, a lively waterfront area just south of Washington DC. Here are our top five.
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The Best Family Attractions in Washington DC
Washington DC offers a ton of attractions in a small area, and much of it is free and fun for the whole the family. Here are our favorites.
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Family Bucket List for the Mid-Atlantic States (from a Local)
As a life-long Delawarean located right in the middle of the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, I have explored our surrounding states for years. These are our recommendations for bucket-list items in each of the Mid-Atlantic states and Washington DC.
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Road Trip through Eastern Pennsylvania: the best stops for family fun
Here is a sampling of some of our favorite spots in the eastern part of Pennsylvania, from south to north.
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5 Best Places to View Winter Wildlife near Daytona Beach
Winter is a great time to visit Florida to escape some of the colder weather but also to see unique wildlife. We recently took advantage of a cheap flight to Daytona Beach and discovered some really awesome wildlife viewing opportunities. Here are our recommendations for 5 places to see wildlife near Daytona.
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A Walkable Itinerary in Downtown Raleigh
There are several worthwhile attractions all within a few blocks in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Better yet, they are free, indoor and family friendly.
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The Best Family Destinations in Four Regions of Virginia
These are our favorite family-friendly attractions in the Northern, Central, Coastal and Shenandoah Valley regions of Virginia.
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Learning About Harriet Tubman in a Beautiful Natural Setting
Visit the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor’s Center and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge for inspirational history in a beautiful natural setting.
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5 Romantic Destinations in Virginia
Virginia is for Lovers, and there are many romantic places within its borders. These are five of the best romantic getaways in the state.
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Holidays/Winter Itinerary in the Poconos Mountains, PA
The Poconos Mountain Region of Pennsylvania is full of festive holiday spirit and winter fun.
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15 Christmas Getaways in the Mid Atlantic Region
If you’re looking for a festive getaway during the holiday season, these are 15 great options in the mid-Atlantic region of the US.
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Three Outdoor Adventures near Nashville
Nashville is a fantastic place to visit, but not far outside the city lies some of the most beautiful countryside in the eastern region of the US. Here are three adventures worth enjoying that are within 2 hours of Nashville.
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The Little Town of Bethlehem (PA)
The town of Bethlehem, PA, is known as “The Christmas City,” for good reason, with twinkling lights, bustling markets and a rich Moravian heritage.
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Five Rainy Day Activities in Southern Pennsylvania
While rain during your free time can be a bummer, there are a nice variety of indoor experiences to explore in Southern PA, whether you’re looking for education, movement, or just plain fun.
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A Day of Adventure at Rocks State Park in Eastern Maryland
We visited three areas at the aptly named Rocks State Park in Harford County, MD, and this was our experience.
