Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days! Colonial Williamsburg invites homeschoolers and their families to experience revolutionary educational opportunities. Discover history brought to life and meet the people who contributed to the founding of America. 2021 HOMESCHOOL DAYS DATES: September 11 – 26, 2021 February 26 – March 6, 2022 September 10 – 25, 2022 During these specialContinue Reading
Visiting the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg with Kids!
Visiting the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg with Kids! Ok. So you are visiting Colonial Williamsburg, or maybe you live here and you have never visited the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, and you want to know what to expect and what you will find? Well then, this is the perfect quick guide for youContinue Reading
Howl-O-Scream Busch Gardens is back with Haunted Houses, Terror-tories and new shows…
affiliate links in this post and on this site Howl-O-Scream® is back for 2021 starting select nights September 10 to October 31, 2021 Three NEW haunted houses, two NEW terror-tories and two NEW shows make for a night of screams never to be forgotten, while returning Howl-O-Scream icons welcome back the bravest of Howl-O-Scream fans. For BuschContinue Reading
Chippokes State Park Surry Virginia – Shark Tooth Hunting
Our friends at Localourist.com where they encourage you to “Live like a local and play like a tourist” have found their favorite spot. Here is their article: Chippokes State Park Surry Virginia – Shark Tooth Hunting by Localourist.com explorer and writer C Bada Just a short fun trip on the free ride on the Jamestown-ScotlandContinue Reading
Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg up to 30% off Discount through Aug 22, 2021!
Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg up to 30% off Discount Enjoy the Remaining Days of Summer at Great Wolf Lodge! Book Your Stay before 8/22 and Save up to 30% using Promo Code ACOUNTDOWN. That is right – book your stay at Great Wolf Lodge before August 22nd and save up to 30% using their PromoContinue Reading
Evening Programs at Colonial Williamsburg – Yes, there is a night life in CW (New Program just announced)!
Evening Programs at Colonial Williamsburg – Yes, there is a night life in CW Add a Little Drama to Your Nightlife! And a new interactive show has just been announced: Actor’s Lament! The fun doesn’t end when the sun goes down. Evening entertainment includes signature favorites and new enchanting experiences. Get tickets to take aContinue Reading
Road Trip to Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Who’s Ready for a Road Trip?! I have been climbing the walls for a long time and was so excited to finally to go away on vacation again! If you’re like me and ready for a road trip, grab a good pair of walking shoes and your adventurous spirit and head to Tennessee! An easyContinue Reading
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Groupon Alert! Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, Great Wolf Lodge & Jamestown Yorktown Tickets
Groupon Alert! Busch Gardens, Water Country, Great Wolf Lodge, Jamestown Settlement and American Revolution Museum at Yorktown We are always looking for a good deal on fun things to do in Williamsburg, Yorktown and Hampton Roads? Scroll down for our affiliate links that will get you to the Groupon best prices!! Great Wolf Lodge GreatContinue Reading
The Turtle Census at the Virginia Living Museum is a great hands on experience
The Turtle Census at the Virginia Living Museum is a great hands on experience If you love turtles or have a family member 12 years and older, who loves turtles, this is definitely the experience for you both! The Virginia Living Museum has been doing a turtle count every year for 11 years to catchContinue Reading
What is Magnet Fishing, How to Magnet Fish, Where to Magnet Fish and is Magnet Fishing legal?
Magnet Fishing: How to Magnet Fish, Where to Magnet Fish and is Magnet Fishing legal? So, what is this new trend called magnet fishing? Well first off, you aren’t fishing for fish. Which means you don’t need a fishing license. You are fishing for whatever sticks to the large magnets people are using for thisContinue Reading
Jamestown Beach Event Park, Williamsburg VA – parking fees and info
All about Jamestown Beach Event Park in Williamsburg Virginia Jamestown Beach Event Park is a family and dog-friendly beach that’s open daily 8 a.m. – sunset. The beachfront park features picnic areas (some shaded) with charcoal grills; a designated fishing area (freshwater license is required); an observation pier (for viewing only); outdoor rinse stations; paddle craft launch/loading/storageContinue Reading
Yorktown’s Free Trolley Operating Schedule 2021
2021 Schedule The Yorktown Trolley is one of the best ways to see Historic Yorktown, and you expect it back on the streets Friday, March 26, just in time for an exciting lineup of spring events! The Trolley alleviates the hassle of finding parking close to the waterfront, especially during peak tourist season. The overall route takesContinue Reading
Family Travel in Virginia: Take the Family on the Presidents’ Homes Tour
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
Have you been on The Bassett Trace Nature Trail – a local secret now open again to the public
The Bassett Nature Trail in Colonial Williamsburg – venture into nature If you are looking for a wonderful place to take a short walk or a longer hike…this is your spot: The Bassett Trace Nature Trail. It includes foot bridges, streams, a dam with the pond where the Rockefeller family once had built their boathouse,Continue Reading
James River State Park in Gladstone, VA – Fun Day Trip with the Family!
by Kimberly Suter If you’re like me, you’re asking yourself “where can I take the kids to get away without staying anywhere?” or, “what can we do that everyone will enjoy while staying away from crowds of people?” The answer? Gladstone, VA. Just a short 2 ½ hour drive from Williamsburg, West of Richmond andContinue Reading
Williamsburg Localisms Explained: DoG St., Confusion Corner, The Burg and more…
Williamsburg Localisms Explained: DoG St., Confusion Corner, The Burg and more We do it all the time, we use abbreviations, acronyms and jargon when discussing our favorite places and things to do in the Williamsburg Area. But for new residents, tourists and everyone who is not hip to the latest slang – this can beContinue Reading
Belle Isle/A Day in Richmond
Belle Isle/A Day in Richmond by Kimberly Suter Are you looking for a day trip outside of Williamsburg? Would you like to do something active or simply sunbathe and relax? Look no further than Belle Isle in Richmond, VA. Belle Isle has something for everyone seeking to enjoy nature. On our visit, we explored theContinue Reading
Hermitage Museum – the perfect day adventure and Admission is FREE for the rest of 2021
Hermitage Museum – FREE Admission for 2021 Museum Admission is FREE through the rest of 2021 Now this one is a little out of the Williamsburg area but definitely worth the drive. How do I know? I was married at the Hermitage Museum in Norfolk under the huge magnolia tree in the back overlooking theContinue Reading
