by Nichole | Last updated Apr 2, 2026 | Virginia, Top Things to Do United States
9 Best Things To Do in Abingdon Va for a 3-Day Getaway Abingdon completely won me over. It’s the kind of Southern town that feels quaint and historic but still has this artsy edge that keeps things interesting. One of my favorite things right away? Not a single chain...
by Nichole | Last updated Jul 25, 2024 | Virginia, Best Hiking United States
Great Channels of Virginia Hike: Virginia’s Best Kept Secret? My husband and I love to travel. We enjoy planning exotic, far-away trips. I forget though that sometimes you do not have to travel far to have some incredibly unique experiences. Your own backyard may...
by Nichole | Last updated Jul 25, 2024 | Virginia, Best Hiking United States
Mount Rogers Hike: Ultimate Planning Guide Move over Old Rag. For those non-Virginians, Old Rag is considered by some to be the best hike in Virginia. But that is probably because they have not discovered the Mount Rogers hike. I have done both, and I have to say...
by Nichole | Last updated Jul 20, 2025 | Virginia, Best Biking United States
Virginia Creeper Bike Trail: What You Need to Know I grew up in Virginia, but until recently, I had never heard of the Virginia Creeper Bike Trail. My husband and I discovered it while planning a 3-day weekend trip to Abingdon, and it turned out to be one of the most...
by Nichole | Last updated Jun 20, 2025 | Virginia, Best Hiking United States
White Oak Canyon Trail: Virginia’s Best Waterfall Hike? As a Virginia native, I’ve explored many great trails in the DMV area with my husband. One of our favorites is the White Oak Canyon Trail. With six waterfalls and several inviting swimming holes along the...
by Nichole | Last updated Sep 19, 2025 | Virginia, Best Food United States
The Inn at Little Washington Restaurant: 14 Insider Tips There are only sixteen 3-star Michelin restaurants in the United States, and one of them is tucked away in a quiet rural town in Virginia. After watching The Inn at Little Washington: A Delicious Documentary, my...