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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

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

10 Fun Things to Do in Shenandoah County Virginia

Exploring fun things to do in Shenandoah County Virginia

Our 10 fun things to do in Shenandoah County Virginia mix hiking, quaint towns, country flavors, local wine and brews, and American history against a backdrop of scenic beauty. Many … Read more

5 Fun Things to Do on a Hampshire County Getaway to West Virginia

Potomac Eagle Scenic Train Romney WV

Take a Hampshire County getaway to unique outings, beautiful nature, and a chance to disconnect and relax in West Virginia’s Potomac Highlands region. Hampshire County is just a two-hour drive … Read more

Tibbet Knob Hike to Gorgeous Views on the West Virginia Border

Enjoying summit views Tibbet Knob hike

The three mile out-and-back Tibbet Knob hike delivers gorgeous views and a rocky climb along the West Virginia border in George Washington and Jefferson National Forest. Views from the summit are not as … Read more

Northern Shenandoah Valley Road Trip: Winchester to Harrisonburg Virginia

Scenic road Shenandoah Valley north

A Northern Shenandoah Valley road trip offers incredible scenery, delicious local food and drink, rich history, unique places to stay, and a chance to unwind, not far from Washington DC. Allow three … Read more

5 Fantastic Things to Do on Virginia’s Northern Neck

View from The Gables cottage

Visit Virginia’s Northern Neck and explore the area’s rich history and nature, small-town beauty, and delicious local food and wines. The Neck is just a two-hour drive from Washington DC, … Read more

Northern Neck Road Trip to George Washington Birthplace

Washington Birthplace buildings

We love winter road trips because they let us explore new areas of Virginia from the warmth and comfort of the Funness-mobile. Recently, we headed to the Northern Neck, a peninsula east of … 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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