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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Every spring, summer, and even autumn, outdoor adventures in Virginia should be on your agenda. But with so many options, how do you find suitable activities for your family? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Kid-Friendly Hiking & Climbing One of the best outdoor kid-friendly activities you can…
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There's just something magical about gathering up your crew around a glowing campfire, getting tucked into sleeping bags under the stars and leaving your cares behind on a camping adventure in Virginia. Shenandoah National Park is just the place to go too, thanks in large part to four well-spaced…
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Hiking in Virginia can take you from mile high Appalachian mountains to regal Piedmont rivers on to the Atlantic Ocean. While hiking in Virginia, you will discover the state’s diverse plant and animal life as well as fascinating human history. With such precious natural resources, Virginia hikers…
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Not only is Virginia for lovers, but Virginia is for hikers, too. From the Atlantic Coast to the Shenandoah Valley, there are so many beautiful trails to hike in the Old Dominion, especially for families. Here are five of the best hikes in Virginia that you and your kids will enjoy and that provide…
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The view from the top may be enough motivation for you to hike some of Virginia’s most beautiful trails, but if you need a little extra something to keep you going, plan to follow up these epic hikes with a stop at a nearby brewery, where you can relax with a refreshing (and well-deserved!) craft…
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Outdoor enthusiasts like us often associate the Blue Ridge Parkway with scenic drives. After all, the Parkway was constructed as a touring motor route linking Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park with Great Smoky Mountains National Park down in North Carolina and Tennessee. However, the parkway also…
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Shenandoah National Park is the scenic mountain haven of the Mid-Atlantic, the glittering jewel in the crown of the Virginia Appalachians. The main spine of the park stretches for 70 miles end-to-end, dividing bucolic Shenandoah Valley from the Piedmont to the east. Elevations vary from 4,050 feet…
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Virginia is full of adventure for outdoor lovers, whether you’re into kayaking, biking, hiking, or even extreme sports like ATV off-roading or hang gliding. Not sure where to start planning your outdoor excursion? We’ve mapped out some of our most iconic outdoor spots to create a memorable…
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Whether you’re planning a bachelor party or looking for a weekend getaway with the boys, Virginia has the perfect “mancation” destination for you and your guy friends. A Beer Lover's Getaway Rated as one of the top beer destinations in the world by outlets like VinePair, The Wall Street Journal…
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