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

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

“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.

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

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.

Long before the first European settlers ventured into the American wilderness, the Delaware and Catawba tribes tracked a buffalo trace through the Shenandoah Mountains. Abingdon—once

Dan grew up playing baseball in the Manor Ridge area and went to school in the city at Sacred Heart. “I don’t have a single bad

The rugged and awe-inspiring island nation of Iceland, steeped in centuries of tradition—including Norse mythology and Viking longships—has long captured the imagination of outsiders. According

A Country Christmas, Gaylord Opryland’s yuletide extravaganza, turns the sprawling 2,888-room resort into a festive playground for all ages. Now through January 4, 2025, this

From Hollywood writers to modern archaeologists, the Neolithic sights of Northern Scotland inspire imaginations and draw travelers with a penchant for history of the early

You’ll be hard-pushed to find a place with more spectacular natural beauty than Iceland. Its volcanoes, hot springs, lava fields and glaciers have earned it the moniker

The Martha, originally built in 1832 as a private residence for General Francis Preston, has retained much of its architectural integrity. The historic brick structure

This upscale neighborhood defines itself as urban chill. Fun and lively, Clarendon buzzes with activity around the clock, whether it is morning fitness, afternoon shopping,

The sixth largest city in the United States, Philly provides vast opportunities for unique entertainment. Residents and visitors mingle in world-renowned museums, iconic eateries, and

Fleeing the powerful political forces of Norwegian King Harald Fairhair, a young Helgi the Lean (Eyvindarson) set out for Iceland, a place of fertile land,

Built in 1794 by American Revolutionary War general Anthony Wayne, the original fort—and thus the foundation of the city—bordered the indigenous lands of the Miami

Visit Richmond promotes an eclectic culture spawned by craft beer, more than 900 restaurants, and an underground music scene, but those looking to bring an

It is easy to walk right past Freyja Guesthouse. Unassumingly situated in a quiet neighborhood around the corner from Hallgrimskirkja, the iconic cathedral inspired by the

Not pilgrims, Americans can thank falling woolen and tobacco industries for the first Thanksgiving.

The city of Buffalo is unofficially divided into 26 neighborhoods. Each has its attractions and history, but none may be so storied and thriving as

The Bradley is a collaboration between Vera Bradley co-founder, Barbara Bradley Baekgaard, and Provenance Hotels—a lineup of luxury boutique hotels emphasizing the ingenuity of its

Brewerytown is a work in progress, but it may become Philadelphia’s next hip neighborhood. The area mainly consists of young renters, upper-level college students, and

My trip to Vegas last year was a blur. As expected! So, when I started thinking of fall wedding-related getaways to Vegas for this column, I

In 1856, Alvah Jackson came across the spring water which pours forth from the steep hillsides around Eureka Springs in the Ozarks, and began to

riends and relatives who live outside of Pennsylvania often come to visit Lancaster County. I regularly take on the mantle of unofficial county ambassador and

Named New Sarum when it received its city charter in 1227, it was later renamed Salisbury. Located nine miles south of Stonehenge, Salisbury’s monuments also

Towns and small cities offer a specific charm sometimes lost in the major metropolis. The “Heartland of America” was born from agriculture and industry and

Anna Maria Island is a low-key resort town with pretty architecture, and an array of shops and dining options. The calm beauty of the Gulf

Altoona is a city the railroad built. In the mid-1800s, passenger and rail freight had a tough time traversing Pennsylvania’s mountainous middle. A connection from

We’ve all heard it before, the verbal butchering of our city and county name, Lancaster. Emphases on the wrong syllables. Strangely hard consonants and irregular

The Anna Maria Island Inn is a complex of seven properties, most located on a stretch of waterfront on the Gulf Coast of Florida from

In 2011, Joseph and Ellen Lettieri purchased the mansion home built by businessman Herbert Hills Hewitt, founder of American Brass Co. and patent creator. The

It’s all about location, location, location—whether for retail or for travel. When choosing a spot for a Las Vegas trip, location can make or break

A dynamic mix of modernity and 50s nostalgia pervades Bethesda, which has grown from humble beginnings as a rural way station to an unincorporated city

Fall travel is perfect for solo travelers and couples looking to avoid the peak tourism crowds, and the season also appeals to families looking to

Destinations have started selling the idea of wellness travel to visitors. Over the last few years of traveling, I’ve spotted a concentrated emphasis on proactive

The Chesapeake Bay is a natural wonder and even a way of life for residents of the massive six-state watershed. It is a haven for

Whenever I travel with my family, we make sure to visit one or two museums. Whether it’s small, historic homes in colonial-era towns or grand

We’ve all made pivots over the past 15 months in order to keep our careers on track. I was able to parlay my 20-plus years

The view from afar shows Pennsylvania as tale of two cities, Philadelphia in the east and Pittsburgh in the west. While the draw of one-stop

The barrier island, home to the Virginia town of Chincoteague, is nestled between the mainland and Assateague Island National Seashore and gets its name from

At any given time on Lancaster County back roads, a driver can spot as many plates from states like New Jersey, New York and Maryland

Brightly colored houses. I’d seen them on film and maybe in books as a kid, and I had forgotten about them; when I caught my