Plan a summer escape to the Mountain State, where you’ll find some of the most magnificent lodging options around. Reconnect with your family, experience a romantic getaway, or treat yourself to a solo adventure. From fire towers and teepee tents to barn lofts and glamping domes, a unique st…
Some travelers visit Southern Delaware’s U-pick farms, farm markets, and other agritourism offerings only to grab some fresh strawberries or peaches on their way to the beach. It’s possible, though, to spend a day (or more) basking in the region’s agricultural abundance.
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.
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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.
Overland Expo East will be back with a bang in Nelson County, Virginia, this fall, kicking off the October 6-8 weekend with a mountain of off-road fun, classes, demos, and more than 150 exhibitors from around the world. Classes range from overland driving techniques, nature photography, and …
The Japanese call it shinrin-yoku or “forest bathing,” the act of immersing oneself in nature.
Festivals and concerts, dining and shopping, a ride through the trees and a walk in the park: The month of May is the perfect time to get a head start on summertime fun in Howard County.
The small western Pennsylvania town of Indiana will soon give off a distinctly New Orleans vibe.
If you’re itching to start planning your mid-summer getaways, you’re not alone.
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.
As the green returns to the treetops in the Appalachian Mountains, it’s no surprise that folks are strapping up their hiking boots or dusting off their bike seats to get back on the trail.
In a classic overhead arc, a fly fishing angler casts a streaming lure to drift with the current.
Escape to the Mountain State this spring and experience the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.
After months of cold, gray days, the best remedy for winter cabin fever is actually a cabin vacation.
Close enough to home, but far enough away to feel like a true getaway... Kent County, Delaware has just what you need for every itinerary!
The Allegheny National Forest beckons to visitors in April—especially those who have been cooped up for weeks on end during the winter months.
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No one could disagree that romance is in the air in the Poconos, long the “Honeymoon Capital of the World,” where the first heart-shaped bathtubs were introduced.
Who says you have to wait until fall to enjoy all the fun of an old-fashioned fair?
If your summer is incomplete without sand, surf, and sun, head south—to the beaches of North Carolina.
Southern Delaware is well known for its beaches that are more peaceful and family-friendly than some of their more boisterous neighbors on the Atlantic coast.
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.
As the days become longer across the Mid-Atlantic, anglers have been eyeing their tackle boxes and waiting for the right weather to break out the rods and head to the shoreline.
Whether your fishing style involves donning waders at daybreak, launching a boat with a couple of buddies, or snoozing solo on the riverbank with a propped-up pole (no judgment), Pennsylvania’s Great Outdoors region has the perfect spot for you.
March comes to Coastal Virginia in a rush of brightly colored blooms, warmer temperatures, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure.
Tucked in the mountains of Western Maryland is Allegany County, a hidden oasis of arts, entertainment, history, and excitement.
Head to the Mountain State for the perfect romantic getaway this Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re looking to get out and explore or simply sit back and relax, West Virginia is the ideal destination for couples of all kinds. Experience the one-of-a-kind charm and jaw-dropping natural beauty th…
The Friends of Cook Forest, a volunteer, non-profit group dedicated to enhancing Cook Forest State Park, recently converted a one-quarter-mile paved trail into a Sensory Trail that will enable individuals with visual or physical impairments to experience the wonders of Cook Forest in an enti…
Rocky Gap Casino Resort, a AAA Four Diamond Hotel nestled in the Appalachian Mountains with lakeside views, offers an award-winning golf course, a variety of restaurants for all occasions, outdoor activities, a high-energy casino, and luxurious amenities, all set to the natural beauty of Roc…
There’s nothing wrong with hitting the bars with a good group of friends and dancing the night away or spending a long weekend at a beachy resort south of the border.
The holiday gift-giving season is upon us, and now is the time to make your list and check it twice! Does this realization catapult your mind into panic mode? Not to worry, the Maryland Office of Tourism has unwrapped a list of gift ideas sure to produce warm, fuzzy feelings for both the gif…
Located in the mountains of Western Maryland, Wisp Resort is the one-stop shop for all winter activities, attracting snow-sport enthusiasts from all over the Mid-Atlantic to its variety of slopes, its cozy lodge, and family-friendly festivities all season long. Even for folks who prefer the …
Wintergreen Resort, just three hours from Washington D.C., promises you snow—and all the excitement that comes with it. The four-season mountain paradise is nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is known to have some of the best skiing on the East Coast. With 26 slopes and tra…
The Poconos brings winter enthusiasts to six ski resorts in northeastern Pennsylvania, and one boasts the highest vertical in the state. That's Blue Mountain Resort, with more than 1,087 feet of vertical. Blue Mountain also takes the size prize with 171 skiable acres.
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.
The Laurel Highlands region of southwestern Pennsylvania is packed with winter fun. The area's four resorts attract big numbers of skiers and snowboarders of all levels. And don't forget the kids who enjoy tubing downhill.
Perhaps nothing is more peaceful than snow falling gently in “Almost Heaven” West Virginia. Especially in Tucker County. Located west of the Eastern Continental Divide, winter here starts earlier, lasts longer, and has gobs more snow than in Washington, D.C., or Baltimore.
This month, Recreation News is giving away a two-night getaway for for to Wintergreen Resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Scroll down to fill out the form and enter to win.
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?
“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…
Sign up for the EAT. DRINK. LOVE. Pass—a mobile passport that connects you with local 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 numbers of check-ins.
Shenandoah National Park is one of America’s most storied natural settings. And, my, how that’s true in fall.
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…
Fall is the perfect time to head to the mountains! Bedford has more mileage along the Blue Ridge Parkway than any county in Virginia, making it the perfect place for a scenic drive. With multiple exits from the Parkway, it is easy to explore local wineries, orchards, and trails for hiking, b…
Leaf-peeping is a Pennsylvania pastime, and there’s no better place to do it than in the Allegheny National Forest, where stunning reds, yellows, and golds burst throughout the fall foliage, signaling goodbye to the summer season.
Escape the stress of everyday life and retreat to some of West Virginia’s most beautiful mountain towns. Discover the peace you need with a fall getaway full of relaxation. Our scenic landscapes with few distractions provide the perfect places to travel solo. Time spent alone in Almost Heave…
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