You may know about the famous Warm Springs Pools in Hot Springs, Virginia, where Thomas Jefferson and other notable figures would bathe to heal physical ailments and relax in the warmed waters. Formerly known as the Jefferson Pools, the Omni Homestead Resort embraced the origins the famed springs…
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If you want to think beyond big boxes and wrapping paper this holiday season, consider giving someone on your list the gift of time with a Virginia experience they’ll always remember. We’ve rounded up a list of Virginia excursions perfect for all kinds of travelers. Read on to discover experiences…
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The Gilded Age was a period of excess and wealth for a select few families in America, and a prime example of that luxurious living was James & Sallie May Dooley, original owners of Richmond’s Maymont estate and their Afton summer home, the magnificent Swannanoa. Maymont, a 100-acre estate along…
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Let’s be honest: Traveling to faraway places is expensive. From frolicking through a field of tulips in the Netherlands to soaking in a hot spring in Iceland, it’s often all one big fantasy that lives forever in our heads—but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Believe it or not, Virginia has its fair…
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Hiking is always a fantastic activity to add to your weekend plans, but there’s something magical about hikes near the shores. From the ocean to the bay, with lakes in between, getting your hike on near some of Virginia’s bountiful bodies of water is the perfect way to spend your weekend trip. If…
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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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Taking a ride along Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park was one of those experiences I had always heard about, even as a little kid growing up in Richmond. The hype train continued through elementary school, then middle school, then high school. It hit a fever pitch once my friends started…
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Small wedding celebrations are becoming increasingly popular, not just for people running off to elope in Vegas but for couples of all ages, financial statuses, and life paths. If you're planning to elope or have a micro wedding in Virginia, this blog post is the perfect resource for you. Learn why…
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Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean you need to forgo getaways to coastal towns. In fact, thanks to fewer crowds, off-season deals, and family-friendly festivals, fall may be the best time for a coastal getaway. Grab a light jacket or sweater and let’s go! COLONIAL BEACH Situated on Virginia’s…
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Interstate 81 runs a long and scenic way through Virginia, from historic Winchester up near the Maryland border 320 miles down to music-rich Bristol. While coursing through Virginia, I-81 comes near an array of intriguing state parks that will whet your outdoor appetite. So why not combine your road…
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