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A Walk Through Catoctin Furnace
by Gabbyby GabbyIn collaboration with Cunningham Falls State Park, the Catoctin Furnace Historical Society honors, investigates, and conserves the past of this significant industrial site from the 18th to the 20th centuries. …
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New Market merits a closer look
by Gabbyby GabbyThe historic Town of New Market, with its picturesque Main Street and historic charm, is a quintessential small town and worth a visit by anyone driving along Interstate 70 in …
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Vermont: Top Destination for a Winter Wonderland Adventure
by Gabbyby GabbyAccording to a recent travel poll by Viator, a Tripadvisory Company, four New England states rank in the Top 10 Best States to visit for a winter adventure, with Vermont …
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Jefferson County, WV Combines History, Scenery and Recreation
by Gabbyby GabbyIn 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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Brunswick: The Little City that Could
by Gabbyby GabbyBrunswick, Maryland masters the triple threat. It’s a small city in southwestern Frederick County with considerable assets: a prime location on the Potomac River’s north bank; fascinating railroad heritage, earning …
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Who has the oldest and best St. Patrick’s Day parade? Visit six East Coast cities to find out.
by Gabbyby GabbyWho doesn’t love a parade, especially in shades of green? Various cities claim to be the site of the first St. Patrick’s Day parade in the U.S. No matter who …
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Yoga retreats offer renewal for body, mind and spirit
by Gabbyby GabbyWhen considering a yoga retreat, advice from an expert is invaluable. Melanie Psaltakis, veteran yoga instructor, retreat leader and founder of Maryland-based Wayfinders Yoga, offered her strategies for finding the …
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Take Christmas to the next level with a visit to these Christmas towns
by Gabbyby GabbyA few quaint little East Coast towns take celebrating the Christmas season to the next level, offering some of the best light displays, decorations and festive family activities. These four …
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Holiday lights shows sparkle throughout the East Coast
by Gabbyby GabbyHoliday lights shows have emerged to make this season sparkle especially brightly. Here are some curated suggestions of shows to seek out on the East Coast to stir up feelings …
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Where to see autumn’s dazzling colors on the East Coast
by Gabbyby GabbyWhen planning a trip to view – and photograph — the kaleidoscope of fiery reds, burnt oranges, and golden yellows of fall foliage on the East Coast, timing is of …