Less than an hour’s drive from the nation’s capital among picturesque rolling landscapes are dozens of wineries that make up Northern Virginia’s wine region. Renowned wineries and vineyards grace Northern Virginia, calling to Virginia’s wine heritage and the unique terroir that make the wines…
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When you come to a place like Northern Virginia, big-city living often means spending the big bucks to have fun experiences. But sometimes, the best things in life can be free. You just have to know where to look. Arlington and Alexandria are two such cities, brimming with beautiful historical and…
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Nothing welcomes the crisp fall weather like the smell of a baking apple pie. There’s something satisfying about the process of eating a slice of the pie you made from scratch, but there’s nothing like eating a pie made from apples you picked on your own. Northern Virginia is known for its…
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December brings the holiday season to the Commonwealth, with everywhere from the smallest charming towns to the largest cities decked out in their finest decor. From parades and seasonal events like “Breakfast with Santa” to festive hotels and brilliant lights tours, this is a magical time to visit…
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In the early efforts to honor George Washington, his admirers went overboard and created a mythical, almost God-like figure, building dozens of statues and telling storybook tales that did not have an ounce of truth to them. When he became known as the “father of our country,” a “father-like”…
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Virginia wine lovers spend their free time exploring the most celebrated wine trails throughout the Commonwealth, from the Shenandoah Valley to the Charlottesville area and into Northern Virginia, visiting vineyards with friends and family, taking in the stunning (and varied) landscapes of…
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A Pennsylvania native, Chef Joy Crump built her culinary career throughout the country. From Los Angeles to Atlanta, her story started in the hustle and bustle of big cities, under some of the nation’s best chefs, but landed her here in Fredericksburg, where she brings her passion for farm-to-table…
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Due to their proximity to the nation’s capital, both Arlington and Alexandria are often overlooked by travelers to the Washington, DC area. But both cities are incredible travel destinations that have so much to offer, particularly for family travelers. These cities feature walkable neighborhoods…
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Dating back to 1927, the first Historic Garden Week began as a fundraising effort to save trees planted by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello. It has been a beloved annual tradition, hosted by the Garden Club of Virginia, for almost 100 years. Virginia’s Historic Garden Week occurs this year from April…
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If you’re looking for cool things to do in Alexandria, look no further than some of its trendiest neighborhoods. As the city continues to grow an impressive art culture as well as a burgeoning culinary scene, Alexandria’s neighborhoods continue to draw people in from near and far for a taste of…
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