Historic Destinations & Museums

While crossing the Ben Franklin Bridge on our way to Cape May, New Jersey, I peered down and was greeted with the sight of the massive battleship USS New Jersey…

There’s so much to see, do, and explore throughout the greater region of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Detours to nearby Charles Town and Martinsburg also come with an exciting array…

Erie, Pennsylvania, has long been a maritime center, given its roots in shipbuilding, fishing, travel,and trade. During the War of 1812, Lake Erie was a hub for naval battles between…

Spring has finally sprung, bringing the seasonal reopening of lovely Ladew Topiary Gardens. Based in Monkton, Maryland, the lush, lavish gardens comprising this historic estate may well be the closest…

A day trip outing to the Susquehanna National Heritage Area offers up so many all-in-one possibilities for those hailing from the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region

Ocean City, Maryland, ranks high on the list of top vacation destinations within the Mid-Atlantic region. It’s not uncommon for the town’s population to exceed grand totals of 300,000 during…

A little under 10 miles from Ocean City, Maryland, you’ll come to the lovely little town of Berlin. The proximity between the two makes Berlin an ideal destination for those…

Every December, Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia transforms into a beautiful tribute to our nation’s fallen heroes. This year, on Saturday, December 14, 2024, Wreaths Across America offers an opportunity…

Gettysburg is a charming, nostalgic place to visit any time of year, but there’s just something magical about the atmosphere of this historic borough at Christmastime. That’s when all those…

I recently made a trip to Virginia’s Chincoteague State Park in the off-season, and let me tell you, it was a game-changer. While summer might get all the hype, fall,…