Historical Travel
Why you need to see Savannah from the back of a hearse
I’m not being ghoulish when I say this, but the best way to tour Savannah, Georgia, is from the back of a hearse. Savannah is the oldest city in Georgia. Established in 1733, …
Charleston’s John Rutledge House Inn; An elegant B&B, so why did I bring a kid?
The John Rutledge House Inn, 116 Broad Street Charleston, South Carolina The John Rutledge House Inn is located in the heart of the historic district …
The Airborne & Special Operations Museum is a Must-See in The Heart of Historic Downtown Fayetteville
The U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum in historic downtown Fayetteville, North Carolina is a one-of-a-kind museum dedicated to engaging, educating, and inspiring visitors
How to plan your trip itinerary using historic markers
I love historic markers. They have a great deal to do with the name of this website, and if you follow me on Twitter, you’ll …
Virginia’s Hanover Tavern; Yes, George Washington slept here
Virginia’s Hanover Tavern; Yes, George Washington slept here. Hanover Tavern in Hanover, Virginia On a recent trip to Virginia which allowed me the opportunity to …
‘All Aboard’ for the Wilmington Railroad Museum
Wilmington Railroad Museum On a trip to Wilmington, North Carolina I was looking for something interesting and fun for grownups and kids alike. My RoadTrippers …
Downton Abbey comes to Biltmore
Downton Abbey comes to Biltmore n> Matthew Crawley is taller than I expected and Lady Mary’s engagement gown is stunning. No, I’m not binge-watching old …
The Wrightsville Beach Mailbox; A Love Story
“Leave A Note” Those simple words written on the outside of a mailbox launched an 11-year love story at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. As a …
Michie Tavern is the place to get a taste of the 18th Century
Michie Tavern In Thomas Jefferson’s Neighborhood A road trip to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello is a classic journey into American history. The third president’s beloved …
Pull Over and Let Me Out names its top 5 of 2014
Can it be? Is 2014 really coming to an end? Sounds so clichéd, yet I find myself saying something to that effect this time each …
Five Reasons You’ll Fall For Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg is a favorite historical fall destination in the heart of Tidewater Virginia
How To Make a Day At Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello a Family Affair
Taking kids to historic locations can be a risky proposition. Will the kids get bored? Will there be enough to engage young imaginations? Will there be …
Finding the Italian Renaissance in Raleigh
The NCMA West Building houses an extensive collection of Italian Renaissance Art works Marco Polo did not bring pasta to Italy from China. I know- …
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center – You’ll Love It To The Moon And Back Again
A visit to the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill evokes thoughts of the famous Bell Tower, the Dean Smith Center, the Old Well …
