Y’all, I finally got to visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps — something I have long wanted to do. The Marine Corps Museum, Quantico, Virginia sits right next to I-95, just south of Washington, D.C. If you’ve ever driven I-95 through the area, you’ve seen the building with its steel beam jutting out […]
Prince William Forest Park: Spies, FDR and so much more!
Prince William Park in Northern Virginia might be one of the best kept secrets in the Washington, DC area. I drive through that area often and had no idea the park is right there, just a stone’s throw from I-95 at Exit 152B. This happens to be the same exit you take for the National […]
Fantastic fun for the curious traveler in the Pennsylvania mountains
Curious: (1) eager to know or learn something. (2) strange or unusual. On a hosted road trip through the endless mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, I learned something new about myself. I’m more than an adventurer. I’m more than a mom or wife or travel blogger. I am curious. I probably should have figured it out […]
Pennsylvania Scenic Byways: The incredible Tunkhannock Viaduct
When I was in Pennsylvania this summer, my son, Ben, got to join me for a day. He was working at a summer camp not too far away, and coordinated his day off to go with my trip. As my kids grow up, seeing them less often is bittersweet. This story falls on the side […]
Relaxed elegance at The Rosemont Inn B&B
In the scenic mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, the Rosemont Inn B&B in Montrose is the perfect place to stay. Enjoy New England style charm, great food and a comfortable, memorable stay.
25 Savannah travel tips you need before you go
Savannah, Georgia, founded in 1733, was the first planned city in America. The city’s unique design offers 22 historic squares (of the 24 original) surrounded by historic homes, inns, churches and monuments and so much more. Live Oak trees, branches heavy with spanish moss, quietly guard the city’s historic district. Savannah’s welcoming, “Slow-vannah” pace offers […]
Busch Gardens Meal Deal: Is it worth it?
Post Updated June, 2018 We are avid fans of Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA. The park is consistently rated the most beautiful theme park in the country. Their food, especially the ribs at Trappers Smokehouse, is really good. And, the portions are huge! In years past, Busch Gardens offered a meal deal: A full meal, dessert, […]
Ricketts Glen: PA’s answer to overcrowded national parks
Over the past several years, national parks have grown quite popular for vacationers. Of course, the Grand Canyon, the Smoky Mountains and Yosemite have long been popular — and for good reason. But, the growing popularity of national parks across the country has created some challenging issues. On our honeymoon (29 years ago), we visited […]
Visiting Carowinds? Everything you need to know!
People who live in North and South Carolina know that Carowinds is an awesome theme park! It’s got loads of coasters, Planet Snoopy for the kids, and even Carolina Harbor — an amazing waterpark — included with the price of admission. We just moved at the end of May. Our daughter, Ellie, has a mid-June […]
Vacation with teens: Nine ways to connect wherever you go
A trip to the beach is easy with little kids. Pack sunscreen, a bucket and shovel and let kids play till they can’t play anymore. Teens, not so much. A day or two on the beach, maybe, but they aren’t likely to find building sand castles for a week as entertaining as little ones do. […]