I recently visited Pittsburgh for the first time for a work conference and got to spend the evenings exploring the Steel City. Even though I grew up in the neighboring state of Maryland, I’ve surprisingly never been to Pittsburgh! Here are some suggestions of the best things to do in…Continue reading Fun Things to Do in Pittsburgh
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10 Free Things to Do in Williamsburg, Virginia
Between travel, hotels, and food, we know vacations add up. So that’s why we’re always looking for the best budget activities in every city we visit! If you’re heading to Virginia’s Historic Triangle, we hope you’ll enjoy this list of free things to do in Williamsburg: Free Things to Do…Continue reading 10 Free Things to Do in Williamsburg, Virginia
Searching for Bigfoot in North Carolina
Did you know there’s an annual Bigfoot Festival in Western North Carolina? We sure didn’t! We found out about it at the suggestion of a kind lady we met in the town of Black Mountain (where we stayed for the weekend). There wasn’t a chance we’d pass up this quirky…Continue reading Searching for Bigfoot in North Carolina
Celebrating Oktoberfest in Helen, GA
Drinking beer at Oktoberfest in Munich is on our ultimate travel bucket list, but until we get the chance to visit Germany, we’re celebrating Helen-style! From the first time we saw photos of Oktoberfest in Helen, we knew we had to check it out. And fortunately it’s the longest running…Continue reading Celebrating Oktoberfest in Helen, GA
Top Tips for Visiting Colonial Williamsburg
Want to come face-to-face with famous historical icons like Martha Washington or Thomas Jefferson? Or watch historic tradespeople like blacksmiths and cobblers as they perfect their craft? You’ll love a trip to Colonial Williamsburg, the historic area of Virginia that once served as the capital of Colonial Virginia. Hundreds of…Continue reading Top Tips for Visiting Colonial Williamsburg
Wandering a Sunflower Field in Florida
I’ve always loved sunflowers and wanted to visit a sunflower field for years. I even wanted to have our engagement photos taken in one (it didn’t happen but a girl can dream). Turns out there’s a beautiful field just a couple hours drive away and we finally got an opportunity…Continue reading Wandering a Sunflower Field in Florida
Best Tips for Visiting Universal Orlando
Whether you’re a Harry Potter fanatic (like us) or you just love theme parks, Universal Orlando is as great as they come. The designers have done a phenomenal job of bringing all of the movies and shows to life. No detail was spared in the design. The only thing that…Continue reading Best Tips for Visiting Universal Orlando
Exploring the Small Towns Near Asheville
With award winning restaurants, the famous Biltmore Estate, countless craft breweries, and a quirky, artsy atmosphere, Asheville is a must-visit destination. But don’t spend all your time in the “big city!” Some of our favorite experiences while visiting Asheville were made while exploring the surrounding small towns. Here is a…Continue reading Exploring the Small Towns Near Asheville
Touring Yorktown Battlefield by Car
The last stop on our 3-day tour of Virginia’s Historic Triangle was Yorktown Battlefield. There was so much liveliness in Williamsburg and the Jamestown Settlement with actors in character all day long as militia, artisans, and Powhatan Indians. Yorktown Battlefield was quieter, giving us time to really reflect on the…Continue reading Touring Yorktown Battlefield by Car
Best Things to Do in Williamsburg, Virginia (and Nearby!)
Williamsburg is one of three cities that make up Virginia’s Historic Triangle (also Jamestown and Yorktown). There’s so much to see and do that you won’t be able to squeeze it all in with just few days. Here are some of our top recommendations and tips for making your Williamsburg…Continue reading Best Things to Do in Williamsburg, Virginia (and Nearby!)