Author Itinerary Archive EditTake it Easy & Enjoy Virginia’s Mountain PlaygroundAll attractions and locations listed in this post are well suited for a low-impact, high-enjoyment trip to Giles. You work hard, you do good... EditPets welcome in Virginia’s Mountain PlaygroundAll locations and attractions mentioned are welcoming of pets on your visit… Traveling with your best friends or man’s best friend, Giles is ready... EditUse Your Paid Time Off with a Long Weekend in Staunton, VASo many Americans don’t use banked paid time off and lose it at the end of the year. Don’t be like them! Even if... EditAdventuresome Fun in Virginia’s Mountain PlaygroundAll of the locations and attractions mentioned here are perfect escapes for couples and small groups to explore while visiting Giles County, VA. Waking... EditOutdoor Lover’s ParadiseDAY 1 When it comes to being outdoors, nothing compares to the Shenandoah County experience! Begin your journey, settling into Shenandoah Valley Campground, where... EditBack Road Adventures in Big Valley, PA[caption id="attachment_6003" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Big Valley[/caption] Wide open spaces filled with picturesque rural scenes greet visitors and residents alike. Kishacoquillas Valley (a name derived... EditStafford’s Art ItinerarySpend two days taking in Arts & Culture in Stafford, Virginia. The following is a guide to how you could spend two days taking... EditBattlefield TourBattlefield Tour A tour through the Stafford region. Allocate 4 1/2 hours for this tour. Strategically located midway between the capital of the Confederacy... EditAfrican American Heritage History TourAfrican American Heritage History Tour A tour through the Stafford Region Visit the places where African Americans worshipped, lived, and labored. Hear the stories... EditStafford’s Staycation DestinationStafford's Staycation Destination Spend three days taking in Stafford, Virginia. Day One Stretch your legs and take in America’s Historic Stone Quarry, the source... EditThe Washington Family TourThe Washington Family Tour A tour through the Stafford Region. George Washington influenced not only Fredericksburg’s history but also the new nation he helped... EditStafford’s Outdoor ItineraryStafford's Outdoor Itinerary Spend two days taking in the outdoors in Stafford, Virginia. The following is a guide to how you could spend two... EditStafford’s History ItineraryStafford's History Itinerary Spend two days taking in the history of Stafford, Virginia. The following is a guide to how you could spend two... Edit48-Hours of WOW in Staunton, VAWe’ve compiled a list of all the things you must do, see, eat and drink from fellow travelers and made the perfect weekend itinerary... EditLGBTQ+ Norfolk Weekend Getaway ItineraryLGBTQ+ Norfolk Weekend Getaway Recently named among the top10 friendliest cities in the U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler, Norfolk is a melting pot of cultures, religions... EditUpper Chesapeake Bay Lighthouse to Lighthouse LoopEagles, lighthouses, the longest river on the East Coast, and the head of the Chesapeake Bay are all just a short drive north of... EditHarrisonburg Museums & MoreDay 1: Arrive and check in at the Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Valley Conference Center, a modern boutique hotel within walking distance of downtown... EditGo Retro in WinchesterMORNING Start your throwback experience with a cup of joe from Hopscotch Coffee and Records, specializing in direct trade, small batch roasting of specialty grade... EditAdventure Awaits DAY ONE Choose your own adventure through the winding roads and stunning wilderness of Shenandoah County. With this flexible, multi-day itinerary, stay for... Edit24 Hours in Giles County, VA for CouplesWe’ve been cooped up in homes with our loved ones for a while now but spending time with our partner while exploring and experiencing... EditFamily Fun Exploration in Columbia and Mountour CountiesLooking for a fun-filled trip that is perfect for your family? Look no further than the many activities of Columbia and Montour counties! This... EditSummer’s Choose Your Adventure Getaway in Columbia and Montour CountiesBefore you go: Request a free Travel Guide from the Columbia Montour Visitors Bureau – 121 Papermill Road, Bloomsburg. Columbia and Montour counties are home to... EditWinter Wonderland EscapePHOTO BY BOB ERLSTEN Explore Columbia & Montour Counties in their quietest season – winter! This weekend (or multiple weekday) trip starts on Day... EditUnexpected Autumn AdventuresUnexpected Autumn Adventures 2020 is a year of broadened horizons—albeit the skyline is closer to home. Whether you’ve been hitting the trails on... EditScenic Outdoor Adventures Road Trip through Giles County, VASome fresh air and scenic views sound like a great makeup of a Scenic Outdoor Adventure Road Trip or staycation! Come travel along with... EditEpic Outdoors Road TripExperience an epic outdoor road trip and staycation through Virginia’s Mountain Playground™. If you find yourself driving a motorcycle, convertible, or RV this is... EditBuild Your Blair County Bucket ListIt’s an exciting time to visit Blair County, PA and to build a bucket list that you can only put together here! First of... EditRoad Trip: Where Urban Meets Rural: Get the Best of Both Worlds in Newport News and Smithfield, VAShort, scenic trips by car allow you to pick and choose where you go and what you do, based on your interests. We suggest... EditShenandoah Valley Road Trip: Explore America’s Legendary LandscapeThis fall, visit the Shenandoah Valley to connect with some of America's most beautiful and accessible outdoor spaces. We've got majestic summit peaks for... EditHappy Valley Agriculture Heritage TourDay 1: Tour the Centre Furnace Mansion – The site where, in September of 1855, local dignitaries gathered to sign the document establishing a... EditExplore Charles County’s History, Art, Farms and Craft BeveragesTravel to Charles County, MD, the ideal location along the Potomac and Patuxent Rivers was the original home to the Piscataway Native Americans. And... EditEscape to Cecil County…Just a Daydream Away!Located between Philadelphia and Baltimore on I-95, Cecil County’s vibrant small towns, waterways, foodie destinations, and scenic countryside provide a perfect get-away escape. Experience... EditPennsylvania Grand Canyon & Dark SkiesMorning Pennsylvania Grand Canyon (Leonard Harrison State Park/Colton Point State Park) Did you know that Pennsylvania has its very own Grand Canyon?!? The "Grand... EditEndless Mountains Visitors Bureau – Hiking, History & Small TownsDAY 1 MORNING Tunkhannock Viaduct/ Nicholson Train Station 21 Lackawanna Trail, Nicholson, PA 18446 / (570) 871-0510 Discover one of the “Engineering Wonders of the... EditTrue getaways await in nearby Hampshire County, WVHampshire County CVB (HCCVB) welcomes you to our quiet, natural, two-lane paradise. We take great pride in our heritage- which is intertwined with the... EditGet Back to that Feeling Weekend Getaway to Shenandoah County Virginia Shenandoah County is an art haven. Dazzling artistry can be found in abundance here. Expect more than a glancing treat. Recent studies have... EditMetro Mountain Road Trip through Virginia’s Blue RidgeGet to know the mountain towns that make up the Roanoke Valley in Virginia's Blue Ridge. Experience the charm, craft artisan trailsetters, and vibrant... EditStagecoach to Motorcoach – Traveling the Old Post RoadThis tour will take you from the Upper Chesapeake Bay to the Brandywine Valley. You will travel through the ages of the region, from... Edit“Small Towns, Big Backyard” Road Trip in Lexington, VAWhether you’re looking for a weekend escape or a week-long adventure, your “SMALL TOWNS, BIG BACKYARD” road trip begins in Lexington, a Virginia Main... EditHistory Trail of the Highlands of the Allegheny National Forest, PennsylvaniaExperience another way of life as you tour the historic and natural attractions nestled within the scenic beauty of the Allegheny National Forest Region.... EditA WEEKEND TO WANDER IN ORANGE, VIRGINIAA Weekend to Wander Autumn leaves are content to wander, enjoying every moment in flight. In the last few months, we’ve noticed visitors doing... EditBradford County, PA Route 6 ExperienceMorning Mt. Pisgah State Park No matter what your outdoor passion you can pursue it at one... EditA Perfect Road Trip Getaway to Montgomery County, Maryland[caption id="attachment_3452" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Great Falls on the Potomac River[/caption] Whether you’re looking for a vibrant nightlife in an urban setting, a relaxing day... EditExplore Charles County’s History, Art, Farms and Crafted BeveragesTravel to Charles County, MD, the ideal location along the Potomac and Patuxent Rivers was the original home to the Piscataway Native Americans. and... EditRoad trip time! Discover Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania by Car, Bike or FootJust 60 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of New York City, Lehigh Valley is a much-needed escape for city dwellers looking... EditA Road Trip to Historic Ellicott City in Howard County, Maryland[caption id="attachment_3548" align="aligncenter" width="941"] Main Street, Historic Ellicott City [/caption] Sick of being stuck in your home and just want to get out... Edit18th Century to Outer Space: Road Trip Through Fairfax County, VATake a road trip from the 18th century to outer space in Fairfax County, Virginia where you will walk in the footsteps of notable... EditFamily Fun in Frederick, MarylandDAY ONE Get Oriented at the Frederick Visitor Center The Visitor Center is the perfect place to begin your journey! Located in a beautifully renovated... EditCelebrate Art in Harrisonburg, VATired of sitting in front of the computer? Ready to stroll quiet streets admiring public art, browse in charming shops and sample local beer... EditAn Outdoor Adventure in Lancaster CountyThe hills, Susquehanna River, and Amish countryside of Lancaster County are calling you for a weekend of active fun to connect with nature. Breathe... EditBest Cellars & Sellers in Hagerstown, MD[caption id="attachment_3264" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Vineyards and Vistas[/caption] Day 1 Experience the Antietam Highland Wine Trail, featuring Knob Hall Winery and Big Cork Vineyards. Learn... EditYou’ll Really “Fall” for Butler County, PAThere’s no better time to take a road trip! Butler County, Pennsylvania, boasts rolling hills, charming towns and breathtaking views, especially in the fall!... EditMake Memories in York County, PAYork County is the perfect road trip for those who want to explore rolling rural landscapes, dynamic downtowns, and immersive experiences that bring our... EditRoad Trip Idea: Experience History and the Peaceful Outdoors in Delaware’s Quaint Villages – At Your Own PaceEscape the everyday routine and hit the highway for a relaxing road trip to Delaware’s Quaint Villages. Kent County, Delaware is home to colonial-American... EditMaryland’s Historic National RoadFollow the story of an enduring heritage—trace the nation’s oldest road across Maryland’s diverse landscape, from Baltimore in the east to the mountains in... EditWicomico County Weekend Getaway[caption id="attachment_3182" align="alignleft" width="300"] Pemberton Park / Photo by Josephine Noonan[/caption] Relax and explore during a trip to Wicomico County, located on Maryland’s Eastern... Edit400 Years Forward: African American Heritage Tour – Hampton, VATake a road trip to Hampton, Virginia and experience historic museums, fort, and sites that illustrate the perseverance of the human spirit. In 2019,... EditA Reel Good Time! Fishing Itinerary for Erie, PA – Hosted by VisitErieThis trip can be either one day or two and depending on weather conditions on Lake Erie and is available year-round. Weekend trips (Fri-Sun)... Edit36 Hours in Norfolk and Virginia BeachWanderlust is defined as a strong desire to travel, but in Virginia, we call that feeling WanderLove. To fill this desire, set out on an... EditFauquier County, VA – That far away feeling just a short drive awayIn Fauquier, visitors can safely enjoy our small towns and villages, farmer’s markets, restaurants, wineries. breweries, and scenic outdoor recreation areas without the hustle... EditWanderLOVE in the Richmond RegionDelicious food. A lively river. Cold, craft beverages. Colorful artwork at every turn of the corner. Miles and miles of trails. These are just... EditEscape to Clearfield County, PA"The best place to escape to in Pennsylvania!" – expedia.com You’ll find some of the prettiest countrysides in Clearfield County, and plenty of places... EditGreater Wilmington, the Brandywine Valley Offer Crowd-Free Leaf PeepingFor those seeking a fall-themed road trip without the crowds of New England and closer to home, Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley offer... EditRoad Trippin’ through Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands[caption id="attachment_3462" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Fall overlook at Beam Rocks, Laurel Summit State Park/Forbes State Forest, Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau[/caption] Towering mountain ridges, rushing rivers,... EditSolomons Island GetawayDay 1 Solomons Island. Where the Patuxent River meets the Chesapeake Bay, you will find Solomons Island, a place of uncommon charm and unspoiled... EditHistoric Hotspots, Craft Beverages and Scenic Farms Along Virginia’s Rt.15[caption id="attachment_3141" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Stone Tower Winery – Loudoun County – D.C’s Wine Country (credit Visit Loudoun/Aboud Dweck)[/caption] Virginia’s rich history, rolling hills and... EditExplore Southern Delaware’s Open Places & Open SpacesThere's a whole lot to love about Southern Delaware. Come explore and find out what you love most about Southern Delaware with our Open... EditFirst-Timer’s Guide to Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, MDNever been to Annapolis before? You’re in for a treat! America’s Sailing Capital welcomes you with open arms and a host of possibilities. So... EditFamily Fun in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, MDFamily time is precious. There never seems to be enough of it! So, when you get away with loved ones, you want it to... EditA History Lover’s Itinerary in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, MDAre you a history buff? If so, you’ve come to the right place! Our nation’s first peacetime capital is a Museum without Walls, featuring... EditFall Foliage and Farm Markets in Columbia and MontourA trip for the month of October – A Friday afternoon to a Sunday evening [caption id="attachment_3029" align="aligncenter" width="768"] Iconic Covered Bridges of Pennsylvania[/caption]... EditLOVE on the Road in Northern VirginiaVirginia’s rich history, delicious craft beverages, and expansive outdoor spaces make it the perfect place to explore and find the LOVE on your next...