In 1783, Thomas Jefferson wrote about the view of the Potomac River through the Blue Ridge Mountains, saying it was one of the “most stupendous scenes in Nature… worth a…
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by Gina Gallucci-White Each year, the luxurious Gaylord National across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., offers its annual Christmas on the Potomac celebrations. The hotel and conference center is…
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By Gina Gallucci-White At first glance, a Harris’s Hawk looks heavy. With a body length of about 18 to 22 inches and a wingspan between 3 ½ and 4 feet,…
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Photo and Words By Shuan Butcher Historic hotels provide travelers with a great way to connect to the local community’s sense of place, the unique architecture and ambiance that is…