By Julekha Dash. Photo: Liz Albro Photography Excerpt: When our city’s infamous humidity covers DC in a thick cloud of heat, there’s no better way to cope than with a trip to the beach. Luckily, DC is within easy reach of sandy dunes—from remote, quiet...
Excerpt: I put together some good day trips and some longer drive destinations if you’re looking to explore a new beach: Day Trips Colonial Beach, Virginia:Â 90 minutes away from Tysons, easy parking, on the Potomac River so very few waves, shallow water,...
As one of the original 13 Colonies and the birthplace of eight U.S. presidents, Virginia is a state steeped in history. But with breathtaking coastline spanning thousands of miles, unique coastal destinations and rolling landscapes, one thing is undeniable: Virginia...
Photo by Debbie Biemeck via Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce A who’s who guide to the state’s best sand-and-sun destinations. Via Washingtonian. Excerpt: Looking for a relaxing beach vacation for your friends and family? Your first instinct might be to...
“When you’re eating local, you’re sharing someone’s story—not just the people who grew it, caught it or cooked it, but also the people who came before them, who planted it, experimented with it, and perfected it. Our Best of the Bay food...
