Northern Virginia contains some of the richest neighborhoods and counties in the entire country, including Loudoun County, Fairfax County, Arlington County, Alexandria County, and the City of Falls Church. The region boasts the best of both worlds, with close proximity to world-class culture, arts, sports, and entertainment in the nation’s capital of Washington, D.C., as … Read more
Virginia is home to over 300 wineries throughout the state. There are so many great wineries in the state, that it can be overwhelming to plan a trip. Thankfully, there are a lot of great Virginia Wine Bus Tours available that can do the work for you! Wine bus tours are a great experience. I … Read more
Fairfax County, Virginia features a large number of both indoor and outdoor pools, many of which are available on either a drop-in or membership basis. They are a great source of exercise and play, and they can be a great option for a Staycation all year round. Because of the colder Winter temperatures in the … Read more
Fairfax County in Northern Virginia has many excellent park and recreation facilities located throughout the county. I have been a member of the Fairfax County Park Authority Rec Centers (as they’re officially called), since I was a teenager. I first started using the Rec Centers back when I was probably about 5 or 6 years … Read more
A few months ago, I had the unique problem of needing to find a way of transporting a car by train. I was traveling down to Florida from Northern Virginia, and wanted to make sure I had a car with me when I arrived at my destination. At the time, I assumed my only options … Read more
Every year, there are always a large number of Northern Virginia Christmas events. Whether you are interested in perennial concert favorites like The Nutcracker or Handel’s Messiah, dazzling light displays, historic presentations, or Christmas Tree lighting ceremonies, the area has something to offer just about everyone! Below are some of my top recommendations for Christmas … Read more
Virginia has an abundance of wineries located throughout the state that produce world-class wines and feature lovely scenery. Winery visits are a perfect way to celebrate a special occasion or spend a weekend or a day off. Northern Virginia wineries are generally located in Loudoun County, Fauquier County, and other points to the west and … Read more