There’s no shortage of fun between Williamsburg, Newport News, Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia are packed...

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Down on the Farm—5 Farm Stay Vacations

May 17, 2019

Ever dreamed of spending your days gathering eggs, picking berries and bottle-feeding baby calves? Now you can—on a farm stay vacation. ...

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Three Girlfriends Getaways

November 1, 2018

The holiday rush is a few weeks away. It's a perfect time to escape for a weekend with college roommates, your mom squad or...

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Exploring the Patuxent National Wildlife Visitor Center

October 5, 2018

The Patuxent National Wildlife Visitor Center and surrounding trails has something for every nature lover in your family and is the largest science and...

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Rainy Fun Down the Ocean

July 18, 2018

If your family is headed to Ocean City this summer, obviously you are hoping for some sunshine. But what do you do if the...

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Five Classic Mountain resorts for Families

June 20, 2018

A few years ago, weary from the non-stop pace of Disney-style vacations, my family and I set out for the Allegheny Mountains of Virginia, searching...

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Destination: Philly

June 6, 2018

Sometimes, you just need to get away. Philadelphia offers art, culture, history, great food, romantic parks and gorgeous city vistas. My...

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Three Eastern Shore Towns to visit this Summer

June 1, 2018

When the summer heats up and it’s time to pack up the family and head for waterfront breezes, skip Ocean City and shorten your...

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Six spots to check out on a Virginia Winery getaway

May 16, 2018

With a hop, skip, and a jump, you can find yourself in the beautiful rolling hills of Virginia wine country, just a few hours...

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Grits & Grins in Charleston, South Carolina

March 21, 2018

Charleston, S.C. packs history, beaches, family fun and great food into this town full of Southern Charm. Every spring millions of families on the...

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5 Cool Caverns to Visit

September 13, 2017

Go underground and be awed by these 5 cool caverns and caves for a great family day trip. Ava Liese Wentz of Severna Park wasn't...

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6 spots to camp in comfort

August 1, 2017

Looking for a spot to camp in relative comfort not to far from the Baltimore-Annapolis area? For many families, camping the old-fashioned way can...

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3 New England vacations for fun and learning

June 28, 2017

This summer, head north for a vacation rich in history, coastal beauty or mountain adventures. New England offers all of that and more. ...

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4 Maryland towns worth a stop this summer

June 15, 2017

There's nothing like a summertime day trip to a small town for sightseeing, a learning experience and searching out local ice cream shops, and...

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New rides opening at area amusement parks

May 23, 2017

From a wooden roller coaster to a 24-story swing ride, there are a number of new thrills at amusement parks not too far from...

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Helpful hints when cruising with kids

May 3, 2017

If you are planning a cruise vacation for your family, there are many things to consider, such as which cruise lines are most family-friendly,...

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Celebrate Maryland Day

March 14, 2017

Rediscover Maryland history and culture during Maryland Day 2017 with a fun-filled weekend of events, activities and things to do for all ages March 24-26, 2017....

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4 affordable dream destinations for families

March 3, 2017

Searching for a vacation that your family will love and you can afford? There are plenty of options out there ranging from tropical beach...

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A family’s epic year at sea

October 14, 2016

Ever imagine leaving your life behind, buying a boat and sailing away with just your family on board? The Robinson family of Severna Park...

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Sights to see close to home this summer

August 2, 2016

While beach vacations and lake retreats are enticing, summer’s best memories could be formed right at home — or close to it for those...

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