Author Archives: Megan Starr

15 Best Small Towns in Maryland for a Weekend Escape

Small towns in Maryland

You will find a plethora of amazing destinations in Maryland, and one thing the state does well is small towns! These are the best small towns in Maryland to visit this year. We selected Maryland small towns that span the state—from coastal villages and towns to ones nestled in the forests… and beyond! Did we […]

12 Fantastic Weekend Trips from Charlotte, North Carolina

Bald River Falls in Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee

Are you looking for the best weekend trips from Charlotte, North Carolina? This guide has you covered! There are so many amazing places to visit near Charlotte, whether they be in North Carolina or somewhere outside of the state in Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, or South Carolina. Some of the weekend getaways from Charlotte are obvious […]

11 Incredible Things to Do in Cape Charles, VA

Boat at the Cape Charles Marina in VA

There are few other towns in Virginia that have as relaxing of a vibe as Cape Charles does. This is a guide to the best things to do in Cape Charles, VA – a chilled-out destination located on the Eastern Shore. Cape Charles was a place I had always wanted to visit but I just […]

20 Best Things to Do in Jacksonville NC (+ Nearby Attractions!)

Beirut Memorial statue - C_Hill - Shutterstock

One of the most underrated places to visit in North Carolina is the city of Jacksonville. These are the best things to do in Jacksonville NC – from historical attractions to delicious coffee shops and beyond! Jacksonville is often a familiar name as it is the home of Camp Lejeune, the largest Marine base on […]

13 Best Things to Do in Fredericksburg, VA (+ Where to Eat)

Chatham Manor in Fredericksburg

A fantastic stop in between Richmond and Washington DC is the city of Fredericksburg, VA. This is a guide to the best things to do in Fredericksburg VA for first-time visitors. Over the years, whenever I made a day or weekend trip from Richmond up to Northern VA or DC, my family would often stop […]