Category Archives: Regions

8 Spectacular Wineries near Shenandoah National Park (+ Map)

Virginia vineyards

Virginia is home to one of the best wine regions in the United States and a lot of the recognition comes from the land close to Shenandoah National Park. These are eight of the best wineries near Shenandoah National Park. One of them is down in Bedford, but we wanted to list a reputable winery […]

12 Exciting Weekend Trips from Richmond, VA (+ Map)

Babcock State Park in West Virginia

As much as I love Richmond, sometimes you do need an escape from the city and to wake up with different scenery. These are some diverse weekend trips from Richmond VA that you can jaunt off to for a few days! I grew up in Richmond and I love the place. However, I spent most […]

17 Fun and Historical Things to Do in Portsmouth, VA

Homes in historic Portsmouth

Portsmouth, Virginia is a city that is teeming with history! From its founding in 1620 to the tragic yellow fever epidemic, the Civil War, and its current revival, there are many amazing things to do in Portsmouth VA! The historic seaport also offers plenty of unique architectural sites, museums, restaurants, and opportunities to educate visitors […]

10 Delicious Coffee Shops in Charlottesville, VA

Best coffee shops in Charlottesville

It’s no secret that I love coffee!  These are the best coffee shops in Charlottesville, VA.  These Charlottesville cafes have something for everyone, but most importantly, they serve up a great cup of joe! Did we leave one of your favorite cafes in Charlottesville off of this list? Please let us know in the comments! […]

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 […]

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 […]