What to See and Do on a Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip

Stretching 469 miles through the breathtaking landscapes of Virginia and North Carolina, the Blue Ridge Parkway is often called “America’s Favorite Drive.” Designed in the 1930s to connect the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Shenandoah National Park, this scenic route offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and nature. Travelers on a Blue Ridge […]

Winter Romance: Head to Eureka for a Cozy Getaway

The magical backdrop of the Redwoods and the foggy coastline creates the perfect atmosphere for the best romantic getaways in California, and our charming small town of Eureka is the ultimate destination. The city’s Victorian architecture, particularly in the Old Town district, transports couples to another era, and quaint boutiques, art galleries, and local restaurants […]

Fall Colors on the Pig Trail Scenic Byway

Imagine the open road before you, bright, colorful fall foliage on both sides of your car or motorcycle, and stunning scenic outlooks of rolling forested hills awash in golden and fiery hues. On TripAdvisor, a ride along the Pig Trail Scenic Byway is ranked as the number one thing to do in the Ozarks—which is […]

Head to the Mark Twain House & More Historic Sites in CT

New England has a rich past, with maritime lore, historic sites, lighthouses, and places on the National Historic Register. One of these incredible stops is the Mark Twain House in Hartford, CT. In Hartford, you’ll also find the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, as well as many other restored and preserved mansions. This area […]

See the Waitsfield Covered Bridge in Vermont This Fall

In Vermont, we value our connection to the past, and one way that our state has honored our roots is by preserving our historical landmarks. One of those beautiful places is the Waitsfield Covered Bridge, one of about a hundred of these famed structures that pepper our rural highways and scenic byways. It’s such a […]

Enjoy Fall: Pennsylvania Romantic Getaways

Fall is the perfect time to start planning your Pennsylvania romantic getaways, and Mercer County, PA, is filled with fantastic things for couples to experience together. One of the best locations, only over an hour from Pittsburgh, is the borough of Clark, a small community in the Shenango Valley. While this destination is a bit […]

See Thomas Dambo’s Trolls at the Bernheim Arboretum

Of course, on any vacation to Kentucky Bourbon Country, there’s going to be a visit or three to the best distilleries in Bardstown, but when it’s time for a break from sipping, heading to the Bernheim Arboretum to see the Thomas Dambo trolls is the perfect palate cleanser. These impressive outdoor art installations are located […]

Northwest Island Escapes at our Friday Harbor Bed and Breakfast

Foggy, sleepy mornings, afternoon sun breaks, Evergreen forests, and waves on the rocky shoreline—there’s something cozy and romantic about Northwest Island escapes, especially those in our stunning archipelago tucked away in the corner of Washington State. The San Juan Islands are a beautiful collection of more than 170 named islands, with three serviced by the […]