Colorful orchids and bromeliads put on a dazzling show at the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota, Florida, throughout the year. And with the debut of “Tiffany: The Pursuit of Beauty in Nature” several months ago, the gardens are drawing even more visitors who are experiencing firsthan…

Smith Island Cake is a Maryland and Somerset County treasure! It was proclaimed the Maryland State Dessert in 2008. The eight- to 10-layer cake is well-known by locals and sought after by visitors from all over. Although the definition of the cake in the legislation lists the classic vanilla…

In the shadow of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge sits Maryland’s Queen Anne’s County, where the pace is slower, the vistas are breathtaking, and the crabs are a-plenty. And as the weather warms up, so do opportunities for fun and relaxation at this Eastern Shore destination.

As historic as it is beautiful, West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle revs up the rural recreation experience, and Ranson is at the center of it all.

Calvert County, Maryland is open and ready to welcome you! Miles of wooded trails, exquisite beachfront, museums, boutique shopping, and a delicious food, brewery, and winery scene await. Although it’s only an hour south of Washington D.C., Calvert County will feel like a world away. Hop in …

The small western Pennsylvania town of Indiana will soon give off a distinctly New Orleans vibe.

The Eastern Shore may be Maryland’s crustacean capitol, but Carroll County is the spot for truly agrarian (and artistic) escapes. 

Calling Blowing Rock, North Carolina, the “Crown of the Blue Ridge'' is not an exaggeration. Located on the eastern slopes of Grandfather Mountain, the town straddles the Eastern Continental Divide with an elevation of 3,566 feet.

Escape to the Mountain State this spring and experience the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.

Who says you have to wait until fall to enjoy all the fun of an old-fashioned fair?

The small western Pennsylvania town of Indiana will turn a spotlight on the arts on April 22 with what’s become a popular springtime attraction.

Being where three of the first five U.S. presidents were born, it’s not an exaggeration to call the Northern Neck of Virginia the “Birthplace of Our Nation.”

Maybe you’ve been to the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center, viewed the film, checked out the exhibits, and experienced the historic cyclorama.

Visitors to Newport News in mid-April will no doubt encounter issues with traffic patterns not normally seen in this Tidewater Virginia city.

Looking for a picture-perfect springtime destination? Think April in Altoona.

The Virginia’s Crossroads region has a lot going on.

With the strains of  Strauss’s “Blue Danube” waltz whirling in my head, I packed for a trip that had been on my bucket list for a long time—a cruise on the 1,775-mile Danube River through Hungary, Austria, Slovakia, and Germany.

Every year since 1990, the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival has earned its nickname, “The Greatest Jazz Festival in the World,” with four days of music in coastal Delaware. And this year’s festival, which is scheduled for October 12-15, should be no exception. 

Located on a small peninsula of Virginia’s tidewater and situated at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay is an all-too-often overlooked destination: Hampton. Not a beach town, it still exudes a relaxed atmosphere with a number of family- and budget-friendly attractions. 

Located in historic Abingdon, Barter Theatre is the country’s longest-running professional theater and has been designated the State Theater of Virginia.

The Orient Express. The Royal Scotsman. The Canadian.

It’s the sweetest event of the year in Virginia! Nestled in the peaceful, rural mountains of the western border of the Commonwealth, travelers can take a step back in time for a cultural and culinary adventure at the annual Highland County Maple Festival during the second and third weekends …

Living up to its nickname of “America in Miniature,” Maryland is home to a number of destinations that are ideal for commemorating February, Black History Month. And with this year marking the 25th anniversary of the Network to Freedom, a National Park Service program connecting Underground …

The mention of the all-American road trip conjures images of adventure and family bonding, but if you are headed to the Virginia’s Crossroads region, it can provide you and your passengers with a wealth of information and the opportunity to learn about our country’s not-so-distant past.

It’s the sweetest event of the year in Virginia! Nestled in the peaceful, rural mountains of the western border of the Commonwealth, travelers can take a step back in time for a cultural and culinary adventure at the annual Highland County Maple Festival during the second and third weekends …

The nationally acclaimed annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest, presented by Berks Arts, will begin a 10-day extravaganza for fans of every form of jazz on Friday, March 24 in downtown Reading. This year’s spectacular lineup will feature some of the most celebrated artists on the scene today, incl…

Feeling “In the Mood” for some fabulous toe-tapping music? Looking for a “Sentimental Journey” this month? Even if your itinerary does not include “April in Paris,” February in Norfolk has its own special appeal: Get your tickets now for Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, appearing for one ni…

Considered one of the most romantic cities in America, Savannah, Georgia, provides the ideal setting for celebrating Valentine’s Day this month. 

Charleston, which dates back to 1670, is known for its history, architecture, churches, culture, friendliness, Southern charm, and food. It’s no wonder the South Carolina town was named the Best Small City in America in Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards for 2022! 

From its earliest days, Virginia has always been for lovers.

With so many couples getting engaged over the holidays, it’s no surprise that wedding planning tops the January agenda for many.

When planning a special event, there’s a long list of questions to be considered.

Forget Mickey Mouse. The Mid-Atlantic’s favorite rodent is Punxsutawney Phil, the clairvoyant groundhog who predicts the duration of winter every February.

For decades, the Pocono Mountains have been a favorite hotspot for honeymooners. But there’s much more to this scenic region than just heart-shaped tubs.

For those planning a wedding in Howard County, the choices are a lot like this central Maryland destination itself: a perfect combination of historic and hip. Where to begin?

Le Boat, a houseboat rental company with operations in Canada and Europe, has launched its 2023 and 2024 Advent Offers with savings of up to 15% for all bookings made before January 2, 2023.

Flying over the French countryside, our bodies tingling with excitement, we imagine the adventure that awaits us on our Le Boat canal yachting adventure.

Holiday celebrations are under way all over the country, including Southwest Virginia, where the culture of Appalachia is ever-present. Main Street decorations, markets offering homemade crafts and foods, parades featuring local bands and community groups, special concerts and theatrical pro…

Parents often find it daunting when a young daughter or son starts using words like brontosaurus, triceratops, or even Cretaceous! Fortunately, the Chesapeake region has several locales where families facing “dinosaur fever” can find some hands-on paleontology.

Every year, it’s the same old question: What to give the person who has everything? 

Gettysburg’s newest historical attraction, created by the Adams County Historical Society, is coming in April 2023. Pushing the boundaries of a traditional museum experience, the Beyond the Battle museum features Gettysburg’s rarest artifacts and the latest media and special-effects technolo…

Take a ghost tour in Howard County, and you’ll probably hear how, back in the day, Ellicott City was noted for its saloons, parking lots, and funeral parlors. Today, this county seat is a popular tourist destination, thanks to its shops, restaurants, historic sites, and quaint small-town cha…

When it comes to making the holidays bright, the city of Indiana has a head start on the competition. Located east of Pittsburgh, this Pennsylvania city is not only the “Christmas Tree Capital of the World,” but it’s also the hometown of Jimmy (think “George Bailey”) Stewart. For the rest of…

Reading Blues Fest, the annual celebration of traditional and contemporary blues presented by Berks Arts, will take place at the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton Reading from Thursday, November 17 through Sunday, November 20.

The Virginia’s Crossroads region, located in the south-central part of the state, is well known for its beautiful countryside, charming small towns, historical importance, and old-fashioned hospitality. And perhaps the best time to check out all of the area’s attributes is during the holiday…

“Pikes Peak or Bust” was the cry heard across America when gold was found north of the snow-capped mountain in early 1859. A frenzy of “Fifty-Niners,” about 100,000 gold-seekers, rushed to Colorado in hopes of striking it rich. Within three years, 20 troy ounces of gold had been found, and t…

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