After a break following the holiday chaos, I took my first day trip to visit Stanly County for my 100 county tour across North Carolina. My first county visit this year was of Albemarle, NC, located in Stanly County. Stanly County is located in the central part of the state, approximately 45 minutes north of…
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2022 Review: Our Year of Travels
I know I say this every year, and yet I can hardly believe we are closing in on the end of 2022. This post kicks off my V favorite series of reflection posts and a way to highlight some of the brightest spots in my year. This annual post gives me so much joy because…
Chicago Getaway: The Best Things to Do and Places to Eat
Chicago is one of my very favorite cities to visit for a quick weekend getaway. The flights from Raleigh are quick and easy, and it is the perfect spot for shopping, sightseeing, and eating through a big city that is walkable and easy to get around via public transportation or a ride share. Here are…
Weekend Travel Guide: What to Do in Washington, NC
Washington, North Carolina was settled as early as 1585, though the settlement would officially show up on a map as a settlement in the 1770s. It was first called Forks of the Tar since it borders the Pamlico and Tar Rivers, it was then named in 1776 Washington to honor General George Washington, marking this…
10 Things to Do on a Casual Summer Getaway to NYC
At the end of June, David and I flew up to New York City for a summer weekend getaway to celebrate our 8th wedding anniversary. This has become sort of a tradition for us over the past couple of years. You may find last year’s recap here. Each year, our approach to our trip changes a little…
