• 2018 Update: Keswick Hall is closed for a complete refurbishment and will reopen in 2019. I will update this review then! • When Keswick Hall invited us to stay with them on a weekend getaway to historic Charlottesville, Virginia, I simply had to say yes! The resort, which has has attained Condé Nast Traveler “gold” status, and is […]
Jump Cville
This is a sponsored post. We got free admission in exchange for this post. All opinions are mine. What happens when you replace a movie theater with trampolines? You get Jump Cville, an indoor trampoline park in Charlottesville, Virginia. Indoor trampoline parks have become popular over the past few years, providing a great place for […]
Poets and pets: The story of Fort Monroe
Have you ever fallen hard for someone — or something? You know, so hard you just can’t get it out of your mind? That happened for me at St. Chappelle in Paris. Stepping into that grand cathedral with its tall stained glass windows that have seen centuries of history, standing on floors where kings have […]
The Hampton Waterfront: A family friendly destination
The Hampton CVB sponsored my trip to Hampton. All opinions are my own. Hampton, Virginia, a quaint port town just 30 minutes from historic Colonial Williamsburg and one really awesome under-sea tunnel drive from Virginia Beach, may be one of Virginia’s best kept secrets. Mind you, this Hampton is not THE Hamptons (for the geographically […]
Girls Getaway in Charlottesville, VA? Yes, Please!
A mom’s work is never done! The minute we think we’re caught up, one of the kids throws up on their clean clothes. We cook a scrumptious dinner then tackle the stacks of dishes in the kitchen. Throw in car-pooling, doctors’ visits and homework and it’s a wonder we survive a week — much less […]
3 Reasons to Visit Charlottesville
Virginia is home to many great vacation destinations from Williamsburg to Washington, from Virginia Beach to Shenandoah National Park. One of her greatest gems is Charlottesville, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and beloved home of Thomas Jefferson. I’ve lived only three hours from Charlottesville for the past twelve years, but just […]
8 Minutes in Charlottesville
Eight minutes! Yep, 8 Minutes in Charlottesville is all you need to explore this fabulous college town rich with history, arts, entertainment and food. More on Charlottesville’s award winning foodie traditions in a later post…. for now, learn why all you need is 8 minutes in Charlottesville! Introducing Hyatt Place Charlottesville On my recent visit to […]
