Category Archives: Travel

Under the Sea on a Budget

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Andrea Albert-Merovich

Dolphins and turtles and sharks, oh my! The National Aquarium is a seriously fun place for the little ones and the young at heart, but with an adult ticket price of $24.95 per person (which does not include those extra … Continue reading →

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Holiday countdown: Is snow coming?

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Sarah Chain

When I was a kid, all I could think about for Christmas was snow. As we drove across the Northeast from Connecticut to Pittsburgh (with all our snowsuits, boots, hats and gloves packed away in the trunk), I wished and … Continue reading →

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On a holiday budget? Here’s a manicure trend to sparkle over

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Emileigh Clare

I blogged earlier this month about a Red Lion Recreation bus trip I was planning with a gal pal to New York for a day. The trip was a blast but New York is too hard to see in one … Continue reading →

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Smart column: Everyone survives toddler’s first plane ride

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Smart Staff

  By SUSAN JENNINGS A few years back, my parents gave up the congestion and commercialism of Northern Virginia for a home with a view in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. I try to get out to see them every year, … Continue reading →

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City vs. country: Which one are you?

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Andrea Albert-Merovich

Confession time: I think cities are over-rated. Don’t get me wrong, cities can offer so much…tons of restaurants and shopping, cultural activities galore and a seemingly endless amount of things to do. What’s the saying, the city never sleeps? Well, … Continue reading →

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Planning to shop New York City in one day

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Emileigh Clare

A good friend and I are New York bound this weekend and we’re so ready to see the bright lights in the big city! And of course, we’re absolutely ready to see the big stores in the city. There’s a … Continue reading →

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Day trip: Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge is nearby and full of things to see

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Scott Blanchard

When my 10-year-old son and I got up at 3:30 a.m. Monday to drive to a wildlife refuge so we could be there when the sun rose, we expected the sun to rise. It did — eventually. But for the … Continue reading →

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Is the secret to planning a Disney vacation magic?

Posted on November 8, 2011 by April Trotter

In lieu of Christmas gifts this year, the boyfriend and I decided to go on a fun trip instead. Our chosen destination? Walt Disney World. I’ve never been, so there’s a chance I may be the crazy 20-something pushing small … Continue reading →

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Halloween Spooks at Eastern State Penitentiary

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Andrea Albert-Merovich

I absolutely hate haunted attractions. I have an active imagination… I can’t even watch CSI and Law & Order type shows without wondering what my weird neighbor might be up to over there. Zach, on the other hand, doesn’t scare … Continue reading →

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Pet-friendly travel

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Andrea Albert-Merovich

I love getting away for a vacation every now and then, but I hate leaving behind my pets. Sweet Dee (the cat) is pretty self-sufficient. Give her some extra food and water for the weekend and she’s fine. In fact, … Continue reading →

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