On the water

Brunswick, Maryland masters the triple threat. It’s a small city in southwestern Frederick County with considerable assets: a prime location on the Potomac River’s north bank; fascinating railroad heritage, earning …

Lighthouses once made the way safer for ships crossing the Atlantic Ocean into East Coast ports. By 1900, the United States had nearly 1,000 of these picturesque beacons. Since then, …

A 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 …

Martha’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 …

One waterfall is fun to see in nature but several all at once is truly a special sight. Valley Falls State Park in Fairmont, West Virginia boasts four waterfalls in …

While enjoying the sandy beaches of the Golden Isles of Georgia, watch where you step! One of the most popular ocean residents of the region could be scurrying underfoot. Loggerhead …

Looking for a vacation in paradise? Experience a laid-back vibe in these Florida Keys lodgings. Whether you’re seeking a cozy bungalow or a family-style resort, the Keys offer plenty of …

By: Katie Fleming Not long ago, I decided to get away during the cold Maryland winter to visit a friend in Fort Myers, Fla. Together, we took a “mom’s day …

By Peggy Sijswerda Like a shimmering mirage, the wild horses of Shackleford Banks seem to float on the waters of Bogue Sound, their heads bent over as they graze on …

By Molly Fellin Spence Planning a road trip to our favorite Southern New Jersey beaches for a week, our family decided to make the hours-long trip there even longer, and …