Richmonders' favorite nature walks and scenic hiking trails can be enjoyed by hikers and nature lovers at all levels. The paths feature a variety of environments that are not so far from the city but can give you a brief escape from civilization and an … [Read more...] about Nature walks and scenic hiking trails for all levels in the Richmond area
Outdoors
Colonial Williamsburg offers historical time travel for all ages
History is alive in Colonial Williamsburg which is open throughout the winter with many outdoor exhibits and demonstrations. You seriously cannot live in Richmond and not visit the living, breathing 18th-century living history museum in a city city to … [Read more...] about Colonial Williamsburg offers historical time travel for all ages
Love Ridge Mountain Lodging: Beautiful, Comfortable, Affordable
Love Ridge Mountain Lodging creates a one of a kind family-friendly vacation. My family recently had the chance to spend 3 days at Love Ridge, and we loved every moment - taking in the crisp, mountain air, enjoying s’mores around the firepit, and exploring nearby … [Read more...] about Love Ridge Mountain Lodging: Beautiful, Comfortable, Affordable
Richmond restaurants with patio dining
While most restaurant and beverage establishments are offering indoor dining. With certain health risks and the beautiful weather, dining at a patio, especially one with a view, sounds like the best option. Patio dining is a festive solution to enjoying someone … [Read more...] about Richmond restaurants with patio dining
Ways to Save at King’s Dominion’s Soak City
It’s summertime in RVA, and if there’s one thing all Richmonders have in common during the summer, it’s finding ways to beat the humidity. While there are several public pools and splash pads in the area, I urge you to consider visiting Soak City at Kings Dominion … [Read more...] about Ways to Save at King’s Dominion’s Soak City
Creek Splashing Cool Fun Around Richmond
When my son was about 18 months, one of my parenting mentors, a mom whose children were a few years older than mine, let me in on a huge secret. “JAW” she called it. Just Add Water. It was her way to make any activity more exciting. Since then we have … [Read more...] about Creek Splashing Cool Fun Around Richmond
White Bank Park: Inclusive Playground in Colonial Heights, Virginia
White Bank Park in Colonial Heights, VA, is home to one of the most modernized, unique playgrounds we have seen! It was created through the Maddie Mann Foundation so ALL children, regardless of abilities or backgrounds, could play … [Read more...] about White Bank Park: Inclusive Playground in Colonial Heights, Virginia
Farmville, Virginia: Family Day Trip
Known as a two college town and a furniture shopping destination, Farmville, Virginia is also a charming town to take a family day trip. An hour drive from Richmond will take you to the longest bridge in the state, several museums, unique restaurants and a … [Read more...] about Farmville, Virginia: Family Day Trip
Parks around Richmond, Virginia
Richmond has no shortage of outdoor offerings. Belle Isle, Pony Pasture and Libby Hill Park are often at the top of the list when it comes to RVA’s best outdoor spaces; however, over the last few years, my family and I have discovered several, lesser known, yet … [Read more...] about Parks around Richmond, Virginia
Afforable and fun swimming at JCC’s Camp Hilbert
Weinstein JCC is running a special on memberships! To learn about what to expect when visiting JCC's Camp Hilbert Outdoor Pool, read this review! We visited yesterday afternoon and had a wonderful time. Along with the main swimming pool, there … [Read more...] about Afforable and fun swimming at JCC’s Camp Hilbert
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