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Tasty Places to Eat and Fun Things to Do in Pittsburgh PA

Pittsburgh PA night skyline from the Duquesne Incline

Discover fun things to do in Pittsburgh PA, plus tips on where to eat and stay, during a getaway to this hip city in southwestern Pennsylvania. Once an industrial steel … Read more

LightUp Fest Lantern Festival 2018 in Northern Virginia

Please see our latest Chinese lantern event review, new in 2022: DC Winter Lantern Festival Lights Up Northern Virginia LightUp Fest 2018 brings new holiday fun to Northern Virginia with … Read more

National Harbor Getaway By the Potomac River in Maryland

The Awakening sculpture and Capital Wheel, two of the fun things to do on a winter getaway to National Harbor Maryland

A National Harbor getaway offers plenty of fun, food, and relaxation for all ages in a lovely, waterfront location that will make you feel miles away from your everyday life. Just across the Potomac from … Read more

Corning and Southern Finger Lakes Getaway to New York Wine Country

Winery and Lake View on a Finger Lakes Getaway to New York Wine Country

A Corning and Southern Finger Lakes getaway leads to spectacular nature, delicious food and drink, interesting museums and history, and fun adventures in New York wine country. There is so much to … Read more

Nemacolin Woodlands Getaway: Luxury Meets Adventure in Pennsylvania

Woondlands Resort getaway Pennsylvania

A Nemacolin Woodlands getaway offers a unique combination of luxury and adventure perfect for a romantic retreat, family vacation, or adult get-together. Occupying 2,000 acres in the Laurel Highlands region … Read more

15 Fantastic Things to Do Near Fallingwater in Laurel Highlands Pennsylvania

Enjoy the view from Kentuck Knob on a Laurel Highlands getaway

Plan a Laurel Highlands getaway with our guide to 15 fantastic things to do near Fallingwater in southwest Pennsylvania. Pack your visit with adventure, sprinkle it with art and history, load … Read more

Fantastic Things to Do in Harrisonburg Virginia and Rockingham County

Downtown Harrisonburg VA is a Great American Main Street Award winner.

Fun things to do in Harrisonburg Virginia include activities and destinations for every age in this historic college town with a relaxed vibe. Enjoy downtown arts and shopping; outdoor fun … Read more

Historic Hotels in Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic US Offer Luxury and Charm

Palm Court stained glass ceiling at the Jefferson Hotel Richmond VA

Plan a special getaway to historic hotels in Virginia and the mid-Atlantic US to enjoy romance, luxury, and an escape from the everyday. We’ve sampled a mix of grand hotels … Read more

Beautiful Rose River Loop Hike: Shenandoah National Park Waterfalls

Rose River Loop Hike Shenandoah National Park VA

The Rose River Loop Hike is one of the most scenic waterfall hikes in Shenandoah National Park Virginia because it follows falls and cascades for more than half of its … Read more

Wilmington Delaware Getaway: Gardens, Romance, Rivers, and Family Fun

The Wilmington Delaware Riverfront is lined with restaurants and family-friendly activities.

A Wilmington Delaware getaway offers a wonderful mix of nature, history, and foodie fun just a two-hour drive from Washington DC and Northern Virginia. There are excellent lodging and dining … Read more

Visit George Washington’s Distillery and Gristmill in Mount Vernon Virginia

George Washington's Gristmill Mount Vernon VA

George Washington’s Distillery and Gristmill are fascinating recreations of two successful businesses of America’s first President. Authentic reproductions of 18th-century equipment are used to produce flour, cornmeal, whiskey, and other … Read more

Beautiful Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad Trip in West Virginia

Admiring the View from the Open Air Car on the Potomac Eagle Scenic Train in Romney West Virginia

Step back in time and soak up the scenery on a Potomac Eagle train trip in Romney, West Virginia. The Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad is our top pick for Hampshire County … Read more

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Julie McCool is a travel writer and the creator of Fun in Fairfax VA a Northern Virginia travel blog.

Join me, Julie McCool, and explore the best of Northern Virginia parks, hikes, historic sites, restaurants, breweries, wineries, seasonal events, and more. I'm a Northern Virginia local, so you get first-hand tips and accurate information.

My Virginia travel guides are a resource for residents and visitors alike. Go beyond the standard tourist spots and discover fun things to do in Virginia, the Washington DC region, and beyond.

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