Family Travel in Virginia: Take the Family on Presidents’ Homes Tour Written By Brandy Centolanza Virginians are fortunate enough to live in a place where history comes alive every day. Our commonwealth is the birthplace of the most United States presidents, eight to be exact. This Presidents’ Day, consider taking a road trip with yourContinue Reading
Best places to fish, rent a canoe, kayak, boat and launch a boat in Williamsburg, James City County and York County, Virginia!
Best places to fish, rent a canoe, kayak, boat and launch a boat in Williamsburg area Williamsburg, James City County and York County have amazing historical locations but they also have some of the most beautiful places to fish and boat. If you are looking for a place to fish with family and friends –Continue Reading
Something different to do at night. Haunted Williamsburg is back at Colonial Williamsburg – book it now!
Want a different evening out? How about an eerie evening with the official ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg: Haunted Williamsburg Haunted WilliamsburgNightly at 7:00 pm & 8:30 pmNow thru Nov 25, 2020 Love a good scare or to hear a spooky story? How about a walking through Colonial Williamsburg at night with a ghost tellerContinue Reading
Best Games for Family Game Night for Families with Teens, Tweens, Elementary & Preschoolers
Family Game Night Game Recommendations for Families with Preschool, Elementary, Tween and Teen Kiddos! You know what is fun? Family Game Night. Seriously, if you haven’t tried it – really now is the time. You can even do it with the cousins, grandparents or friends via zoom to really change things up! We sat downContinue Reading
One Day Visit to Colonial Williamsburg – Hour by Hour Guide for Families
A Day in Colonial Williamsburg Colonial Williamsburg released an hour by hour guide for July and August. Now you don’t have to waste time figuring out what to do. With so much stress this summer take one thing off your plate. Follow their guide or mix it up and create your own timeline. You mayContinue Reading
A Parent’s Guide to Weekly Themed Visits to Colonial Williamsburg
A Parent’s Guide to Weekly Themed Visits to Colonial Williamsburg Colonial Williamsburg has put together an awesome 8 week visitation program. They have done all the hard work for us parents – we just have to choose which theme we want to do this week! The folks at Colonial Williamsburg have put together online contentContinue Reading
Something cool from Paint on Pottery for kids and adults!
Something cool to do from Paint on Pottery – for kids and adults! Here is something kids, tweens, teens and adults will enjoy: To Go Kits from Paint on Pottery! And if you pick wisely these make great gifts too. Personally, the cookie jar still sits on our counter that we did easily 5 yearsContinue Reading
Secret Spots to Visit on William & Mary Campus
OK. Maybe not secret locations… but definitely cool locations on the campus of the College of William & Mary! Note: Please adhere to social distancing if you visit these spots. These are all outdoor locations that you can enjoy walking and get some exercise. Note that there are not public restrooms available as the CollegeContinue Reading
Colonial Williamsburg Good Neighbor Pass is a Great Deal!
Good Neighbor Pass: A Special Pass for Williamsburg Area Residents Area residents, local military and local teachers can enjoy the 2 art museums, trades house, and receive special offers and discounts through Good Neighbor program including 25% off family and friends tickets, evening programs, and 10% discount off shopping and food & beverage! Who canContinue Reading
Colonial Williamsburg is open and is offering special priced tickets at $19.99
Colonial Williamsburg opens to the public on June 14th! Come back and have a meal, enjoy the museums, houses and more. The colonial capital will look a little different as they reopen their doors, but they’re still bringing history to life for your family to discover together. Enjoy specially priced $19.99 ticket, to reflect theContinue Reading
Anvil Campground in Williamsburg is family friendly, dog friendly, and a perfect staycation!
Update 6/19/20: Free Summer Weekend Events are back in a big way!Starting this Friday, June 5th though Labor Day weekend! Weather permitted. Friday Evening – free ice cream socialSaturday Morning – free locally roasted coffee + pastriesSaturday Mid-Day – free live music + hot dogs + chips (bring your own beverage)Saturday Evening – free iceContinue Reading
Watermen’s Museum is reopened for the Season!
Watermen’s Museum is reopened for the Season! The Watermen’s Museum is an educational museum that demonstrates the role Chesapeake Bay watermen (from pre-colonial to modern times), played in the molding of our nation. But, you’ll be surprised at the changes they’ve made. The Gift Shop has gotten a complete face lift with new shelving, aContinue Reading
Fathers Day Sail on Schooner Alliance
Yorktown Sailing Charters has spots available for Fathers Day this Sunday! What could be better than a sailing trip to enjoy time with Dad! Step back into history when you join the crew of the Yorktown Schooner Alliance. Help set the sail, steer the ship, or just look for dolphins and osprey as you sail theContinue Reading
Father’s Day Curbside at Sweet Tea & Barley
FATHER’S DAY CURBSIDE Father’s Day Curbside Menu – Now Available! Pre-order your Father’s Day Meal from Sweet Tea & Barley. Let Sweet Tea & Barley help you spoil the father in your life with a 4-course take home lunch/dinner. To view the menu go here, there is also a vegetarian option here. Sweet Tea &Continue Reading
Juneteenth Service on June 19th at 9 am – all welcome
Juneteenth Service on June 19th at 9 am at Bruton Parish Churchyard All are welcome to a service commemorating Juneteenth on June 19, 2020 at 9 a.m. in the Bruton Parish Churchyard. Please come and bring family and friends. There are other events during the day at Colonial Williamsburg commemorating this date. Juneteenth marks theContinue Reading
Juneteenth at the Custis Square archaeological site in Colonial Williamsburg – Open to the Public – June 19, 2020
Juneteenth at the Custis Square archaeological site in Colonial Williamsburg – Open to the Public – June 19, 2020 The community is invited to come to this free event – Juneteenth at the Custis Square archaeological site in Colonial Williamsburg. If you are looking for ways to educate yourselves or your children on Juneteenth andContinue Reading
Groupon on Bait & Tackle Shop in Toano!
Groupon on Bait & Tackle Shop in Toano! $50 Value Worth of Bait and Tackle Products for only $30! Hooker Bait & Tackle in Toano Virginia is running a Groupon! Clients can choose from an array of professional bait and tackle products, such as fishing tools, nets, and accessories. Here is our affiliate link forContinue Reading
Yorktown’s Free Trolley Operating Schedule 2020
2020 Schedule June 15 – September 7 (daily)10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. September 8 – November 15 (daily)11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Holiday Schedule November 20 – December 27 (Friday, Saturday & Sunday only)11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Yorktown Trolley is one of the best ways to see Historic Yorktown and the complimentary amenity to visitorsContinue Reading
