Category: Travels

Weekend Getaway:  5 Places to Get Out of Dodge
[ 0 ] March 14, 2014 |

Weekend Getaway: 5 Places to Get Out of Dodge

After a recent visit to the Washington Travel and Adventure Show, Ryan, of JKGF, gathered a few places to get out of town without having to factor in airfare.  Check it out: NORFOLK, VA How Far? 3-3.5 hours Why Norkfolk? Because it’s festival central! Norfolk, Virginia just might take the cake for the region when […]

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Johnna’s Photo Album: Boating & Eating in Cape Charles
[ 3 ] January 30, 2014 |

Johnna’s Photo Album: Boating & Eating in Cape Charles

  I came, I saw, I conquered.  Virginia truly is for lovers.  I am a lover of all things good food and this was definitely a place for me.  *Say Cheese!*

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Weekend Getaway: Cape Charles, VA
[ 0 ] January 16, 2014 |

Weekend Getaway: Cape Charles, VA

I love the District but I also love getting away from the District.  Washingtonians need an escape from the hustle and bustle of the K street conundrum occasionally and after venturing to the Virginia Eastern Shore, I found a place to do that in our backyard.  Who knew there was a place to hide out […]

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Etiquette Tuesday: 5 Things I Learned About Staying at a B&B
[ 0 ] December 17, 2013 |

Etiquette Tuesday: 5 Things I Learned About Staying at a B&B

The thought of staying at a Bed & Breakfast (B&B) never dawned on me until I visited the Virginia Eastern Shore. The Cape Charles region of the Eastern Shore encourages one to go the Bed & Breakfast route versus the traditional hotel stay. Cozy, inviting and family style is the vibe that this area exudes. […]

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Where I’m Eating: A Café on the Hudson River
[ 0 ] June 20, 2013 |

Where I’m Eating: A Café on the Hudson River

When one visits Harlem for Happy Hour, one should make that trip to Hudson River Café.  I rarely do the cheerleader voice for restaurants but in this instance I had to step outside myself because this spot actually offers the best of three worlds:  Plenty of outdoor space, food and low happy hour prices.  The […]

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