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
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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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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Holiday Itinerary for the Poconos Mountains
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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Christmas Getaway to 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.
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Family Fun in Eastern West Virginia
Wild and wonderful West Virginia is one of our favorite destinations for getting outside and walking some place beautiful. Here are a few of our favorite places to visit in the Eastern part of the state.
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10 Fun Family Activities in Philadelphia
These are our top ten best activities for families to experience in Philadelphia, in no particular order.
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The Best Places to See Fall Foliage in Northern New Jersey
These are four places in the Northern half of New Jersey where you can see beautiful fall foliage. They include a variety of hiking levels from right off the parking lot to a more challenging trail.
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The Best Family Destinations in Pennsylvania
A long post describing several destinations in six regions of Pennsylvania.
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Road Trip through the Hudson Valley: Best stops from NYC to Albany
These are some enjoyable Hudson Valley stops along the way from Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow in New York to Albany, NY.
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Family Fun in Maryland by Region
Long post with many destinations in the state of Maryland categorized by regions – the Eastern Shore, the Capital Region, the Western Region, the Central Region, and the Southern Region.
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The Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the Mid-Atlantic USA
Here are a few of the best destinations to see fall colors in the mid-Atlantic region.
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Finding a Cranberry Harvest in Beautiful Whitesbog, New Jersey
A few Octobers ago, we decided to try and see a cranberry harvest in Whitesbog, New Jersey. It always looked so appealing in cranberry juice commercials – so pristine, a sea of round crimson berries against a clear blue sky. The truth, we found, was a bit messier. Historic Village of Whitesbog, New Jersey We…
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A Kid-Friendly Itinerary for Boston with Classic Children’s Books
We created a one to two day, kid-friendly itinerary for Boston using a few classic children’s books that we read in advance of our trip.
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Family Fun near Queechee Gorge, Vermont
With few crowds, pleasant weather, and gorgeous swimming holes, there’s a lot to love about Vermont and New Hampshire in the summer. Here are a few places we explored and loved on a recent visit.
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The Best Indoor Family Attractions in Houston
A post on friendship, featuring a few indoor family attractions in Houston, Texas.
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Family Fun Itinerary in Lycoming County
This adventure starts with a trip to the Growers Market in downtown Williamsport to choose some fresh, seasonal produce to take along to Loyalsock Forest State Park. Here, you can spend an hour or two hiking among ferns and hardwood forest to discover a lovely waterfall. After your hike, refuel at Bullfrog Brewery, where there is something on the menu for everyone. Finally, get some dessert, and maybe do a bit more plant shopping at the Potting Bench Greenhouse, Ice Cream, and Workshops.
