As we face extensive weeks of quarantine, it’s still possible to see some of the world’s great destinations from the comfort of your home. Planning to visit the Nation’s Capital someday? How about a virtual visit to Washington D.C.’s world-class museums and famous cherry blossom trees right now? Check out these links below for immersive…
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Cumberland, Solomon’s Island, Leonardtown, Savage, Thurmont, Chestertown and Westminster Are you planning a spring getaway? Maryland has so much to offer, whether you’re looking for time on the water, historic sites, country roads, adventure and outdoor recreation, educational activities for the family or a romantic escape. Here are seven charming Maryland towns worth a visit.…
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Don’t let the cold weather keep you on the couch this winter. Remain undaunted by the wind chill factor with a few heart-pumping sports. When the DMV is cold, it’s likely that the nearby local ski resorts are blanketed with that pretty white stuff. There are so many ways to keep adventure in your life.…
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I was born in Baltimore, and my Italian family heritage is deeply embedded into the city’s Little Italy neighborhood. Charm City, as Baltimore is known, is rich in culture and offers visitors the opportunity to immerse in the arts, MidAtlantic cuisine and Early American history. I want to show you why Baltimore is not only…
President Abraham Lincoln spent the final four years of his life in the Nation’s Capital. During his time here, he left a lasting imprint—on buildings where he lived and worked, and at the theater where he lost his life. Visitors can tour the sites; some that stand today as memorials to his legacy. As you…
It’s just around the corner—arguably Washington’s most beautiful season—spring! And there’s no better place to take in the wonders of the Mid-Atlantic’s bounty of color than the National Arboretum. The U.S. National Arboretum is a living, breathing museum consisting of 446 acres of land bordering the Anacostia River in Washington DC. A staff of scientists and educators, along…
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Visual art is king in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The LibertyTown Arts Workshop in the heart of this beautiful historic town is two floors of juried, working artists who display and sell their wares. There is enormous variety – mosaics, paintings, glass, ceramics, sculpture, and my favorite, recycled art. One artist used bottle caps and discarded paper…
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On this Veteran’s Day, I am reminded of visits to a beloved Washington DC landmark, Arlington National Cemetery. Our American heroes from the Armed Forces are buried here, sprawled across this hilly terrain on hundreds of acres. It’s very difficult to see the cemetery in one visit. Most visitors only have time to see President…
Recently, I toured my neighbor’s custom built home. He has a room many will envy –he calls it “The Tap Room.” Mitch Metzman, of Rockville, Maryland, enjoys hosting friends for gatherings and to watch sports. When he built his new house, builders suggested he include a wine cellar. Metzman considered the idea, but then realized…
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