The Orient Express. The Royal Scotsman. The Canadian.

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.

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

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…

“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…

In the heart of America’s Garden Capital lies the Brandywine Valley, a mecca of gardens, museums, wineries, breweries, history trails, and bucolic scenery. Located only two hours from Washington, D.C., it’s the perfect fall weekend getaway destination, offering myriad opportunities for trave…

For a breathtaking botanical experience, discover autumn in the heart of America’s Garden Capital: Chester County’s vibrant Brandywine Valley. Nestled in the countryside near Philadelphia, the Brandywine Valley is a charming destination, home to the highest concentration of gardens in the nation.

From the bellowing locomotive to the little red caboose, few things have captured the American imagination quite as much as its railroading past. Pennsylvania was at the forefront of rail history, so it should come as no surprise that the Keystone State has a number of opportunities for seei…

There’s more than one reason to plan an autumn visit to Altoona: With plenty to do and see, there are multiple options, both indoors and outdoors, cultural and recreational, historic and just plain fun. Best of all, what makes many of the attractions in this Central Pennsylvania city so appe…

October may be the best time to watch birds migrating south to warmer weather, but it is also a great month to watch migrating boaters along the Intracoastal Waterway!

The state of Alaska seems to make everyone’s bucket list. For many travelers, Alaska is the trip of a lifetime that requires time, effort, and money. For others, it is a grand way to celebrate a life achievement such as graduation, a wedding, a family reunion, or retirement. Most travelers, …

Visit Nelson County like a local. Sign up for the EAT. DRINK. LOVE. Pass, a mobile passport that will take you to the local eateries and producers of craft spirits, wine, cider, and beer, as well as the most LOVEd places and spaces in Nelson County. The pass awards prizes for different numbe…

Located in Lexington in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, the Virginia Military Institute, the oldest state-supported military college in the country, is proud of its heritage.

Tired of driving in the city and need to stretch your legs? Want to enjoy nature, shopping, and dining all in one place? Warsaw in the Northern Neck of Virginia has it all, and we’re excited to share a sample of what the perfect day could look like. 

Are you a gearhead? Or do you prefer machines that fly? Does riding the rails conjure images of days gone by? No matter your favorite mode of travel, Spotsylvania County, Virginia, is a great place to explore modes of transportation—planes, trains, and automobiles. 

Nestled on the banks of the Potomac River in the Northern Neck of Virginia, Stratford Hall has welcomed visitors for nearly 300 years. Built in 1738, the Georgian-style mansion was the boyhood home of two signers of the Declaration of Independence, Richard Henry Lee and Francis Lightfoot Lee…

The Eastern Shore of Maryland is steeped in history. From crumbling colonial ruins to grande-dame Victorian mansions, the past is still present here. 

There’s a new war-inspired museum in Gettysburg where artifacts, both small and large (actually, enormous), along with living history presentations and hands-on experiences, tell the story of sacrifice at home and on the battlefield. 

McKean County in Pennsylvania’s Northern Tier may be far off the beaten path, miles removed from the nearest big city. Yet millions of visitors arrive each year, from all six inhabited continents, drawn by some pretty amazing attractions.

When it comes to selecting a travel destination, sometimes big things really do come in small packages. And so it is with Altoona, where “Small Destination, Big Adventures” aptly describes the wide-reaching opportunities this Central Pennsylvania city offers when it comes to summertime fun, …

From the 58 juried artists and the 200 folks who pay $10 to participate in a “Quick Draw” to the kids trying their hand at a make-it-and-take-it event and the school-age artists competing in a mini-competition: The upcoming days in Maryland’s Talbot County are soon to serve as a picturesque …

An honored tradition since Colonial times, market fairs bring together community craftspeople, musicians, dancers, and vendors in a showcase of their talents, artwork, and skills. The Colonial Market Fair at the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum near Catonsville, Maryland, June 11…

When there are 250 candles on the birthday cake, of course there’s going to be a party. It’s not surprising, then, that as Historic Ellicott City marks the big 2-5-0, a year-long variety of activities are planned for residents of (and visitors to) this Howard Country, Maryland, town.

Outdoor Adventure, Coastal Cuisine, History, and Wild Ponies

Thomas, Francis Lightfoot, Richard Henry, and Robert E. may have been the most famous Lees to make it into the history books, but they’re far from being the only residents of Stratford Hall to have made their mark on Virginia.

The Tides Inn, a 70-room waterfront resort located in the heart of Virginia’s Northern Neck region, has officially reopened for its 75th season. A part of the Enchantment Group portfolio, the iconic resort has become a home away from home for travelers for the last 75 years. New immersive pr…

A new trail formed from old ones offers users in Blair County, Pa., something beyond the ordinary.

It’s a history lover’s paradise chock full of small-town charm. No wonder Gettysburg is the perfect antidote for cabin fever, according to Carl Whitehill of Destination Gettysburg. At a time when crowds and airports might seem less than appealing, this south-central Pennsylvania town is an “…

Sneaking vegetables into our kids’ favorite dishes is a time-honored tradition of parenthood. But getting kids excited about learning can be a bit trickier. That’s where Colonial Williamsburg comes in.

After 618,222 deaths in nearly four years to the day, the American Civil War, which began with Confederates firing on Fort Sumter in South Carolina’s Charleston Harbor, ended about 400 miles away in a modest farmhouse in Appomattox Court House, Va. Now, 157 years after Robert E. Lee’s surren…

Haven’t been to Hampton lately? If you haven’t checked out this Coastal Virginia city recently (or ever), spring is the perfect time to go.

If you’re looking for a springtime adventure, look no further than “America’s Historic Triangle” ― a unique spot in the Virginia Peninsula that includes Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown. It is where American history began unfolding in 1607 with the arrival of the English colonists, wher…

When thinking of Newport News’ famous native daughters, the names of two entertainers come readily to mind, and for good reason, as both Ella Fitzgerald and Pearl Bailey left their mark on the world. But there are countless generations of other women, many whose names have been lost over tim…

Railroad buffs who visit the city of Altoona can be excused for believing they’ve arrived in Nirvana, rather than south-central Pennsylvania.

Who can resist the romance of vintage trains and airplanes? They promise excitement and adventure, mixed with history and tradition. You can enjoy all of that at two small museums in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Benjamin Banneker, one of this nation’s first great scientists, lived on his family’s modest tobacco farm in Maryland’s Patapsco Valley. Born in 1731, his résumé ultimately included astronomer, mathematician, surveyor, author, publisher, farmer, and urban planner. Making his accomplishments …

Visit Harford recognizes Black History Month by showcasing the places in Harford County where you can learn more about local African American history and culture.

View endangered red wolves. Get up close to sharks and jellyfish. See fish with no eyes and frogs that change colors. Touch live horseshoe crabs and fossilized dinosaur tracks. It’s all at the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News, where living exhibits depict Virginia’s natural heritage fr…

When the UNC Tar Heels win a basketball tournament during March Madness, Franklin Street in Chapel Hill, N.C., often turns Carolina blue.

Come visit Indiana County, Pennsylvania, located in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, just one hour east of Pittsburgh. It is home to an extensive Rails to Trails system, a variety of yearly festivals and a community of Old Order Amish families.