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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…

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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. 

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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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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 …

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 …

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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…

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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.

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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. 

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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. 

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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.

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“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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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.

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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…

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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…

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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…