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 from Delaware to Virginia
Here are a few of the best destinations to see fall colors in the mid-Atlantic region.
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Finding Cranberries in Beautiful Whitesbog, NJ
A few Octobers ago, we decided to try and see a cranberry harvest. It always looked so appealing in commercials – so pristine, a sea of round crimson berries against a clear blue sky. The truth, we found, was a bit messier. We started out by visiting the little historic village at Whitesbog, New Jersey…
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A Taste of History in Williamsport, PA
Learn about the home of the Little League World Series and see where it’s played at the World of Little League Museum. Then, hit the Thomas Taber Museum and learn about how the lumber boom led to the opulent Millionaires Row. Finally, take a cruise down the Susquehanna River in the Hiawatha paddle-wheel river boat.
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Food, Flowers, and Family Fun 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.
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Wildlife Views in Southern Maryland
We recently took a trip to Southern Maryland, and were surprised by lots of wildlife.
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Longwood Gardens: Beautiful in Any Season
Longwood Gardens is beautiful and worth visiting in any season.
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Things to do in New Jersey with Kids
Long post on several destinations in each of six regions of New Jersey.
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Valley Forge National Historic Park
Valley Forge is a free National Historic Park where you can learn about the history of the revolutionary war in a beautiful natural setting.
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7 Historic Places in Beautiful Natural Settings in the Mid-Atlantic Region
Here are a few of our favorite historical places that are also in beautiful natural settings in the Mid Atlantic Region.
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Cool Things to Do in Delaware: A Comprehensive Guide
Giant post highlighting many destinations throughout the state of Delaware.
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Visit the New Jersey Pine Barrens
The New Jersey Pine Barrens is a unique place to visit to see an unusual and beautiful ecosystem and interesting history.
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Free and Low-Cost Stops on an I-95 Road Trip
These are free or low cost stops recommended for family road trips that are close to the I-95 corridor from New Jersey through North Carolina.
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Interesting Roadside Stops in New Jersey
A few of our favorite roadside stops when we take a road trip through New Jersey.
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Visit Harper’s Ferry for a Taste of History in a Beautiful Natural Setting
Harper’s Ferry National Historic Park is rich in history, and sits along the confluence of two might rivers, nestled amongst mountains with sweeping views and vigorous hikes.
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What is There To Do in Kent County, Delaware?
This post highlights our favorite things to do in Kent County, DE.
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How to Spend a Day in Southern Lancaster County, PA
The most beautiful places to visit in Southern Lancaster and York Counties, in Pennsylvania.
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Is There Enough Family Fun in Atlantic City to Take my Kids?
These are some of the reasons we think Atlantic City is a fun place to visit with your kids.
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Visit Cape Henlopen State Park
Cape Henlopen is one of our favorite state parks in Delaware (and we’ve been to them all!) It charges March through November, $5 for an in-state vehicle and $10 for out-of-state. The cost is well worth it, as there is a lot to do and it’s beautiful in any season. Cape Henlopen has a great…
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Where Can I Find Cherry Blossoms in the Mid-Atlantic Region?
Here are some suggestions for viewing cherry blossoms in the mid-Atlantic states.
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A Peek at Delaware’s Legislative Hall
We have enjoyed visiting several state capitals in our region, so we decided to stop on our way to Southern Delaware at Delaware’s capital city of Dover and check out Delaware’s Legislative Hall. We parked at Delaware Public Archives (free and open on the weekend, though sometimes full on week days or during events), and…
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The Great Falls of Paterson National Historic Park
We visited the largest waterfall in New Jersey one icy winter weekend, which is located in the city of Paterson. The 77 foot falls are located in the historic district, with a parking lot across from the falls with a viewing area, and a walkway up and across the river. The park was designated as…
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Reflecting on the Past at Brandywine Springs Park
We visited Brandywine Springs Park one wintry weekend, and read some of the signage in the park, which recognizes what the site used to be – a Mineral Springs Resort and later an Amusement Park. It is interesting to see what used to be there when there are only the merest traces now- a flat…
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5 Fun Family Activities for the Winter-Time in the MidAtlantic Region
A few ideas to get active and have fun in the wintertime.
