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
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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
Visiting Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum In Weston, West Virginia
In addition to the New River Gorge Bridge for Bridge Day, one of the main tourist attractions in West Virginia is the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in Weston. Shae visited the former asylum something like ten years ago with one of her friends and found it really creepy, so I … [Read more...] about Visiting Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum In Weston, West Virginia
Our Day Trip Around New River Gorge National River – A National Park Site
Even though Bridge Day 2019 was a little chilly at times, it was sunny all day and so we got a great view of everything going on. The day after Bridge Day, we planned to go back to the New River Gorge, take the Fayette Station Road, and see more of the New River Gorge National … [Read more...] about Our Day Trip Around New River Gorge National River – A National Park Site
A Quick Guide To The Historic Triangle (Jamestown, Williamsburg & Yorktown) In Virginia
One of the best things about visiting (or living in) Hampton Roads is that you're surrounded by history. The Historic Triangle - Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown - is a great way to see three historic locations. Historic Jamestowne This is one of my favorite things to do … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide To The Historic Triangle (Jamestown, Williamsburg & Yorktown) In Virginia
Visiting Historic Jamestowne In Virginia
"You just have to go to Jamestowne. You're English, it's the first permanent English settlement and I haven't been in years and years. It's kinda hokey* with everyone dressed up and stuff, but you gotta go!" What I'm about to reveal is an ongoing source of amusement and … [Read more...] about Visiting Historic Jamestowne In Virginia
How To Find The 6 Forgotten Giants In Copenhagen, Denmark
A few days after hunting for 7 Trolls & The Magical Tower in Boom, Belgium, I found myself in Copenhagen, Denmark. That's because the Danish capital is home to another of Thomas Dambo's public art displays called The 6 Forgotten Giants. The giants are spread out among six … [Read more...] about How To Find The 6 Forgotten Giants In Copenhagen, Denmark