Travel
D.C. Staycation: A Grown-Up’s Trip to the Nation’s Capital
Sometimes the best vacations are the closest to home.
150 Years in Our Homeland of Heroes
This month, Arlington National Cemetery turns 150 years old. On this hallowed ground, we are forced to contemplate the United States’ relatively short but conflicted history through the lives spread before us. Inscriptions on the gravestones hint at dichotomy—many American service members lived long and courageous lives, but just as many lives were tragically cut short.
Day Trips
Fun with a Chance of Adventure
3 Parks to Take a Hike in this Weekend
Get your explorer on in Shenandoah National Park, Harpers Ferry and George Washington National Forest.
3 Spots to try Paddleboarding, America’s newest ‘It’ sport
A growing trend has hit the mainstream, Stand Up Paddleboarding. Northern Virginia Magazine explores three different places to paddle a board.
5 Family-friendly options for a Charlottesville day trip
More than just a college town, check out Charlottesville’s off-the-beaten-path gems for the family.
A Weekend in Richmond for the Adventurous Couple
From whitewater rafting to dinner at your new favorite restaurant, there’s an action-packed weekend awaiting you in Richmond.
A Relaxing, Fun-Filled Trip to Winchester
Take a break from your metropolitan busyness and bask in the tranquility of the country.
Museums of Great Science
Three family-friendly museums to inspire your children’s scientific curiosity.
Great Family Getaways: Resort Style
Need to get away? These resorts offer family fun and are just down the road.
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