HAMILTON Fans Itinerary at Colonial Williamsburg Have you streamed Hamilton on Disney+ and/or did you see the show live? Fans of Hamilton the Musical and Hamilton the man can now follow the story of the birth of the young, scrappy, and hungry country with Colonial Williamsburg’s Hamilton Fans Itinerary! Of course, Alexander Hamilton was noContinue Reading
Drive-Thru Safari Park is Open and a Fun Day Trip!
Drive-Thru Virginia Safari Park Looking for a fun day or weekend trip for the family? Virginia Safari Park in Natural Bridge, VA is a drive-through safari with free-roaming animals. In fact the 180-acre park is home to over 1,000 exotic animals from 6 continents including elk, gazelle, zebra & other exotic fauna. The park isContinue 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
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
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
Family Travel in Virginia: Take the Family on All the Presidents’ Tours
Please check to make sure the homes and museums listed are open during COVID. We have updated the list as best as possible but things change quickly. Enjoy your family time! Family Travel in Virginia: Take the Family on All the Presidents’ ToursWritten By Brandy Centolanza Virginians are fortunate enough to live in a placeContinue Reading
Best Timeline for Planning a Magical Walt Disney World Vacation
Planning Timeline for a Magical Walt Disney World Vacation Written by Jill Dalton, Concierge Vacation Planner at Storybook World Travel a Disney Earmarked Agency, May 15, 2020 Planning a magical family vacation to Walt Disney World comes in many steps and each with their own set of dates or booking windows. While it can beContinue Reading
Before you go to D.C. while the kids are out of school check this list of closures…
We love taking the kids to D.C. and it would be a great time to go up there had the COVID-19 not happened. But in case you still have a wild hair and want to go see museums over the next two weeks of no-school in Virigina…think again….and please check this list. Many things areContinue 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
Top 15 Things to Do in February in Williamsburg VA and Hampton Roads area
You know what is great about February? There are always lots of interesting events because it is Black History Month, and it includes Presidents Day (long weekend) and Valentines Day! This year (2020) we luck out because Valentine’s Day is on a Friday and it is the start to the President’s Day long weekend! So,Continue Reading
Things to do on Valentine’s Day and Weekend in Williamsburg
Looking for fun things to do for Valentine’s Day and the following weekend? Here are some great local area events. Since it is also President’s Day Weekend make sure to visit that post of things to do as well! Make sure to check out our Valentine’s Gift Guide for Her and Valentine’s Gift Guide forContinue Reading
Get your Kings Dominion FREE Pre-K Pass for your kids ages 3 – 5!
FREE 2020 Kings Dominion Pre-K Pass Unlimited fun. Register online by June 14, 2020, and activate by July 5, 2020. The limited-time Kings Dominion Pre-K Pass grants complimentary admission to children age three to five years for the entire 2020 public operating season. Get your child registered online Already had a pass last year? Just Renew! Renewing Pre-KContinue Reading
Williamsburg was voted #6 in the Top 25 Hallmark Christmas Towns!
The Top 25 Hallmark Christmas Towns Index Following story was republished with permission from Reservations.com here is the link for the full story Known for their heart-warming cards, Hallmark has capitalized on finding those moments that inspire humility, gratitude and connection. Given that the holiday season is full of these kinds of moments, Hallmark Channel’sContinue Reading
Groupon Alert! Busch Gardens & Water Country USA, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory and more!
Always looking for a good deal on fun things to do in Williamsburg, Yorktown and Hampton Roads? We have Groupons for Busch Gardens & Water Country USA tickets, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory the Musical, Peninsula Fine Arts Center and more ! Scroll down for our affiliate links that will get you to the GrouponContinue Reading
Colonial Fashion Days at Colonial Williamsburg Feb 7 – 9, 2020
It is a fashionable weekend in Colonial Williamsburg with participating trade shops to visit, lectures, behind the scenes tours, dinners where you come in costume and so much more. If you are an area local pull out that Good Neighbors pass to get into these events. If you are a visitor and need a ticketContinue Reading
Summer Getaway Package – Stay at Colonial Williamsburg Hotel and enjoy Busch Gardens and Water Country – see details
SUMMER GETAWAY PACKAGE Offer valid May 26, 2019 through September 3, 2019 Your Adventure Awaits In Williamsburg. Summer Getaway Package – Stay at Colonial Williamsburg admission to Busch Gardens and Water Country USA – see details below: Stay at an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel and enjoy fun filled days at Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA.Continue Reading
SeaWorld Orlando is a Certified Autism Center – joining Aquatica Orlando and Discovery Cove – learn more…
SeaWorld Orlando Joins Aquatica Orlando and Discovery Cove as first family of Orlando parks to be Certified Autism Centers! On World Autism Awareness Day, SeaWorld Orlando announced that it has been designated as a certified autism center by The International Board of Credentialing and Counting Education Standards (IBCCES). SeaWorld Orlando joins Aquatica Orlando and DiscoveryContinue Reading
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days
Colonial Williamsburg Homeschool Days Special Spring Deals for Homeschooling Families Offered Feb. 23-March 3 Spring Homeschool Days offer homeschooling families special deals on admission and interactive program experiences designed to immerse families in the 18th century Feb. 23-March 3. Single-day and Multiday admission tickets for homeschoolers are available during Spring Homeschool Days at nearly 75Continue Reading
