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Day Trip To Frederick, MD

Posted on March 23, 2014 by

Located roughly an hour away from both DC and Baltimore, Frederick, Maryland is a quick and easy drive for many, and it has a full calendar of events going on throughout the year. In spite of its close proximity, last September was the … Continue reading →

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Quiet Retreat in Wine Country

Posted on March 23, 2014 by

Going for long stretches of time without a vacation can be challenging, so we try to go on short getaways to break up the work grind. Why is it sometimes more relaxing to take a couple of days off in … Continue reading →

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Cumberland: Modern Haven Meets Quaint Town

Posted on January 2, 2013 by

I’m sure many of you are reading the title and thinking, “Cumber-where?”… It’s definitely a small town more or less in the middle of nowhere, but it’s a great respite when you’ve been living with family for too long while … Continue reading →

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Gettysburg: Not Just for Field Trips

Posted on January 1, 2013 by

If it hadn’t been for a dinner with friends (and admittedly a couple of margaritas), I probably never would have considered visiting Gettysburg, PA. I initially thought that was a town best left to war buffs and school field trips, … Continue reading →

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Great Getaways on the East Coast

Posted on January 1, 2013 by

Although my go-to destination for long vacations is definitely Europe, sometimes I just have to get away for a few days to recharge the mental batteries. I realize this isn’t an uncommon need, but trying to find something fun, luxurious, … Continue reading →

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