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Home » Destinations » USA » Washington, DC

Historic Occoquan: Great Washington, DC Day Trip!

October 14, 2020 by Karen Dawkins 5 Comments

Whether you’re planning day trips from DC, passing through the area on I-95 or planning a visit to a quaint, historic town, the Town of Occoquan, Virginia should make the list! Updated October 2020 Vacationing in Washington, D.C. is amazing. There’s so much to do. But, the hustle and bustle of the big city can […]

Filed Under: Destinations, USA, Virginia, Washington, DC

Visiting the National Museum of the Marine Corps: A DC Must See!

December 2, 2019 by Karen Dawkins 2 Comments

Exterior architecture of the Marine Museum in Quantico

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 […]

Filed Under: History, Virginia, Washington, DC

Prince William Forest Park: Spies, FDR and so much more!

November 18, 2019 by Karen Dawkins 4 Comments

Scenic drive through Prince William Forest Park

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 […]

Filed Under: Adventure, History, Washington, DC

Washington, DC Trip Planner for families

August 3, 2018 by Karen Dawkins 4 Comments

  Planning a trip to Washington, DC can seem daunting. There are so many things to do in Washington, DC. How do you decide where to begin planning your Washington, DC itinerary? If that’s you, you’ve come to the right place! This post includes everything needed when planning a trip to Washington, DC. We will […]

Filed Under: Travel guides, Washington, DC

Mount Vernon: A complete guide for visitors

January 15, 2018 by Karen Dawkins Leave a Comment

A trip to George Washington’s Mount Vernon near Alexandria, Virginia, should be on every family’s “must see” list when visiting the nation’s capital. This family estate is located on the banks of the Potomac River, just 15 minutes south of Washington, DC. Washington considered the plantation to be among the most perfectly situated, and when […]

Filed Under: History, Uncategorized, Virginia, Washington, DC

The Pentagon Memorial: Never forget

January 9, 2018 by Karen Dawkins 2 Comments

On first glance, the Pentagon Memorial in Arlington, Virginia hardly seems to make a statement, especially when compared to the profound impact these terrorist attacks had on our nation. Certainly, the 9/11 Memorial and Museum in New York City is more grand. The Pentagon Memorial doesn’t have a large footprint, yet… As I walked up […]

Filed Under: History, Washington, DC

Pentagon tours: What you need to know

January 3, 2018 by Karen Dawkins 11 Comments

The Pentagon, the largest low-rise office building in the world, is actually located in Arlington, VA just outside of Washington. An imposing structure, the Pentagon is easily visible from the highway, Arlington National Cemetery and Washington, DC. Headquarters for the US Department of Defense, the Pentagon is so large that the Capitol Building could fit […]

Filed Under: History, Washington, DC

National Gallery Sculpture Garden: Hidden in plain sight

February 23, 2017 by Karen Dawkins 2 Comments

Visiting Washington, D.C. last spring, I headed to the National Mall to explore the museums. As I passed the National Gallery of Art, I was drawn into the sculpture garden — following the lead of young children tugging on parents’ arms to see the shiny tree. One little boy was so drawn, he squealed with delight, “It’s […]

Filed Under: Arts/Culture, Destinations, Washington, DC

International Spy Museum: A DC must see

October 11, 2015 by Karen Dawkins 2 Comments

Washington, D.C. is known for the Smithsonian museums, understandably, since they’re enormous and free! When you step away from the National Mall, you’ll discover there’s much more to see in D.C.! One of the best picks for families is the International Spy Museum, just four blocks north of the National Mall. Exhibits take guests on a […]

Filed Under: attractions, Washington, DC

Monuments by Moonlight: See DC after dark

June 27, 2015 by Karen Dawkins 2 Comments

**Thanks to Destination, DC for providing tickets for purposes of this review.** I live only 5 hours from Washington, DC and know there are lots of things to do in DC. We’ve made many treks up I-95 to enjoy the Smithsonian, Library of Congress and great food that the city offers. I had never heard […]

Filed Under: Arts/Culture, attractions, History, Washington, DC

Meet Karen Dawkins

An avid traveler, I enjoy discovering new places: history, culture, and adventure. I love it all! Well, not bugs. I don’t like bugs very much, so I probably won’t visit a bug museum.

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