Category Archives: Plan Your Trip

7 Picturesque Lighthouses in Virginia Worth Visiting (+ Map)

Old and new Cape Henry Lighthouses on the water in VA

Are you a lover of lighthouses? This guide walks you through the seven lighthouses in Virginia and details their history and how to visit them (if you’re permitted to do so). We have omitted Virginia lighthouses that are completely off of the land or unable to be visited or seen visibly.  If you have a […]

27 Wonderful Places to Visit in North Carolina in 2024

Chimney Rock State Park

North Carolina offers some of the East Coast’s most diverse scenery. We have selected several of the best places to visit in North Carolina for this round-up of some of the best the state has to offer! All of these places (and heaps more!) should be on every North Carolina bucket list. From natural destinations […]

15 Most Haunted Places in Tennessee (+ Where to Find Them)

Carnton Plantation

You’ll find so many cool and haunted places in Tennessee and many of them have creepy backstories! This is a guide to some of those places! Did we miss any of the best Tennessee haunted places that you should visit this Halloween (or any time)? Please share them in the comments! Thanks! Most Haunted Places […]

10 Exciting Things to Do in Bristol TN & VA (Beyond NASCAR)

One of the most underrated cities in Southwest Virginia (and eastern Tennessee!) is Bristol. This is a guide to the best things to do in Bristol TN and VA. It also includes some other attractions close by. We have decided to create this guide as one because let’s be honest, it just makes sense.  So […]

7 Fantastic Places to Go Hiking Near Lynchburg VA (+ Map)

Hiking in Amherst

Virginia is teeming with beautiful nature and Lynchburg sits in an area where the east meets the west. For me, this means that there is some fantastic hiking near Lynchburg VA for all skill levels! We tried to keep this guide focused on day hikes near Lynchburg rather than extended weekend hikes more toward the […]

12 Jaw-Dropping Places to Experience Fall in Tennessee

Newfound Gap road

Tennessee is brimming with natural gems and plenty of reasons to visit – and one of the best times to visit is during the colorful fall in Tennessee! These are the best places for fall foliage in Tennessee – including national parks, places within those national parks, and cities. Did we miss any fantastic places […]