After spending 12 days visiting Washington D.C., we made our way down to Hampton Roads, VA to spend Thanksgiving week near family. To give us a little more space, we decided to book a hotel stay rather than stay with Shae's mom or dad. There were a few good options, with the … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Hampton Inn Norfolk Chesapeake (Greenbrier Area), Virginia
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Here’s Our Best & Worst Things From Washington D.C.
Shae and I recently spent 12 days in Washington D.C. while on our 50 state road trip. Well, I say "in" Washington D.C., but we actually stayed in Chantilly, VA as hotels downtown were too expensive for our budget, but I wish we'd arranged some of that differently. Despite … [Read more...] about Here’s Our Best & Worst Things From Washington D.C.
Hotel Review: Hyatt Place Chantilly/Dulles Airport South, Virginia
During our recent visit to Washington D.C., we decided to stay 12 nights at the Hyatt Place Chantilly/Dulles Airport South. In hindsight, that was a bit of a mistake. Not because the hotel was terrible, but because it was a pain driving into the city each day. Instead, I wish … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Hyatt Place Chantilly/Dulles Airport South, Virginia
25 Free Things To Do In Washington D.C. (Plus One Bonus)
Washington D.C. is surprisingly great if you're on a budget. It's not great when it comes to the cost of hotels, which led to our latest road trip mistake. When it comes to things to do though, it's excellent. The nation's capital is full of monuments, memorials, museums, … [Read more...] about 25 Free Things To Do In Washington D.C. (Plus One Bonus)
Hiking At Dolly Sods Wilderness In West Virginia
Both before we visited West Virginia and while we were there, several people recommended that Shae and I go hiking at Dolly Sods Wilderness, a wilderness area in Monongahela National Forest. On our penultimate day in West Virginia, we finally made our way there and are glad we … [Read more...] about Hiking At Dolly Sods Wilderness In West Virginia
Hiking At Seneca Rocks In West Virginia
When asking for recommendations of things to do in West Virginia, one of the most commonly mentioned places was Seneca Rocks. Seneca Rocks is part of the Spruce Knob-Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area. Shae and I visited Spruce Knob a couple of days beforehand and had … [Read more...] about Hiking At Seneca Rocks In West Virginia
Visiting Blackwater Falls State Park In Davis, West Virginia
One of the best parts about visiting West Virginia was taking advantage of all the free outdoor activities it has to offer, something that's always helpful seeing as we're on a tight budget on our road trip. While staying in Davis WV, one of the places we visited was … [Read more...] about Visiting Blackwater Falls State Park In Davis, West Virginia
Visiting Spruce Knob: West Virginia’s Highest Point
When talking to people about things to do in West Virginia, three places were suggested time and time again - Spruce Knob, Seneca Rocks and Dolly Sods Wilderness. Shae and I recently spent 11 nights in Davis, WV while on our 5 year, 50 state road trip and got to visit all … [Read more...] about Visiting Spruce Knob: West Virginia’s Highest Point
Howl-o-ween Dog Trick-or-Treat At The West Virginia Botanic Garden In Morgantown, WV
Oftentimes when we stay at hotels they list local events in the lobby. Never have we been so excited to see a listing than the Howl-o-ween Dog Trick-or-Treat at the West Virginia Botanic Garden. This was the first year they offered this event and it was just pawfection. … [Read more...] about Howl-o-ween Dog Trick-or-Treat At The West Virginia Botanic Garden In Morgantown, WV
Hiking At Coopers Rock State Forest In West Virginia
One of the best parts of visiting West Virginia in October/November was getting to enjoy all the fall colors. One of the best places we found to see those colors was Coopers Rock State Forest. Coopers Rock State Forest is just outside of Morgantown WV and about 90 minutes … [Read more...] about Hiking At Coopers Rock State Forest In West Virginia