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Family FriendlyHistoric Destinations & MuseumsPennsylvania
Gettysburg’s Newest Museum Takes You ‘Beyond the Battle’
by Gabbyby GabbyThis July marks 160 years since the Battle of Gettysburg, often considered the most iconic battle of the American Civil War. The town of Gettysburg is known by most only …
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Art & CultureFamily FriendlyFloridaGeorgiaMassachusettsNew YorkOutdoor ActivitiesPennsylvania
Who has the oldest and best St. Patrick’s Day parade? Visit six East Coast cities to find out.
by Gabbyby GabbyWho doesn’t love a parade, especially in shades of green? Various cities claim to be the site of the first St. Patrick’s Day parade in the U.S. No matter who …
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Art & CultureConnecticutFamily FriendlyFloridaGeorgiaMaineMarylandMassachusettsPennsylvaniaRhode IslandVermontVirginiaWashington, DC
Sometimes you feel like a “Nutcracker”
by Gabbyby GabbySince the late 1960s, “The Nutcracker” has been among the American holiday season’s most popular entertainment offerings. With the worst of the pandemic past (we hope), the abundance will be …
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Family FriendlyNorth CarolinaOutdoor ActivitiesPennsylvaniaVermont
Take Christmas to the next level with a visit to these Christmas towns
by Gabbyby GabbyA few quaint little East Coast towns take celebrating the Christmas season to the next level, offering some of the best light displays, decorations and festive family activities. These four …
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Family FriendlyMarylandMassachusettsNew YorkOutdoor ActivitiesWashington, DC
Holiday lights shows sparkle throughout the East Coast
by Gabbyby GabbyHoliday lights shows have emerged to make this season sparkle especially brightly. Here are some curated suggestions of shows to seek out on the East Coast to stir up feelings …
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ConnecticutFamily FriendlyHistoric Destinations & MuseumsOn The WaterShopping
All things Mystic: Connecticut Village Offers Much to See by the Sea
by Gabbyby GabbyA real pizza parlor inspired the setting of the 1988 classic movie “Mystic Pizza,” which not only helped launch the career of Julia Roberts, but also garnered attention for its …
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Family FriendlyHistoric Destinations & MuseumsMassachusettsOn The WaterOutdoor Activities
A visit to Martha’s Vineyard will make you feel rich, with memories
by Gabbyby GabbyMartha’s Vineyard, just south of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, conjures up images of white sandy beaches, boats bobbing in the ocean and the summer playground of the elite. Those who live …
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Art & CultureFamily FriendlyHistoric Destinations & MuseumsOutdoor ActivitiesSouth Carolina
Art, animals, history and nature combine at Brookgreen Gardens
by Gabbyby GabbyLooking for a place where art, nature and history combine? Set your GPS for Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, where these attractions all come together seamlessly in a …
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Family FriendlyFloridaOutdoor Activities
Mermaids of Weeki Wachee lure visitors to the enchanted spring
by Gabbyby Gabby“Weeki Wachee,” the Seminole words for “little spring” or “winding river,” roll off the tongue. The alliterative name now graces an unincorporated community, its verdant state park as well as …
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CampingFamily FriendlyFloridaGeorgiaMaineNew YorkNorth CarolinaOutdoor ActivitiesWest Virginia
Top Glamping Sites on the East Coast
by Gabbyby GabbySome purists believe camping should include sleeping on the cold, hard ground. And there are those who believe a hotel without room service is considered roughing it. Many of us …