The backroads of Americana music crisscross Southwest Virginia, from Rocky Mount to Pennington Gap. Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail—the Crooked Road—winds through Appalachia and leads from venue to festival, to the birthplace of country music and past homes of legends who forged a sound by blending gospel, African rhythms, and Western European folk traditions.
Millions of sports fans are planning their Great American Getaway to Pennsylvania. Why? In 2026, the state will host the NFL Draft, the MLB All-Star Game, the PGA Championship and FIFA World Cup matches, making it a “historic” year for sports tourism in the Keystone State.
Coffee is a universal language. Every corner of the world harbors a cozy, charming coffee shop that houses stories and serves up delicious, warm mugs. Whether it’s café, caffè, or cà phê, discover international coffee around the Commonwealth.
“Something is happening in Danville, and it’s worth paying attention to,” wrote Cardinal News founding editor Dwayne Yancey in a 2024 op-ed. People are coming to Danville.
Until this summer, when I stopped by Sickman’s Mill to meet up with Joe Devoy, it had been more than 30 years since I had seen this place. Times surely have changed since I was a kid and spent summers wading and tubing down the Pequea Creek. My visit introduced me to an outdoor bar, a mill in great shape, and the taste sensation, Jimmy Juice.
Much to my family’s embarrassment, I always ask Amish or Mennonite visitors in Chincoteague, Virginia, where they are from. Most say “Pennsylvania,” and when I explain I live in New Holland, there is instant amity. I have met folks from Gap, Leola and other places around Lancaster County in Chincoteague.
A sign can be more than just a well-recognized object. It can represent a historic moment, epitomize a place, or even herald a landmark idea. When it comes to iconic signs, the USA is full of them.
Mount Dora, Florida was recently added to USA Today’s list of 10 best small town food scenes in the US. The small city in Central Florida’s Lake County has long been a destination for tourists, travelers, and those with insatiable tastebuds. The globally inspired food scene is impressive, ranging from British pubs to authentic Cuban eateries.
