Acadia National Park is the only national park in the entire northeast of the United States. Moreover, it holds the highest point on the east coast of the US at the Cadillac Mountain Summit. Still not convinced you should plan a visit? Well,...
The state of Maine is full of stunning waterfalls, but did you know it is also full of natural swimming areas by waterfalls? Frenchman's Hole is a prime example of a waterfall with a natural swimming pool at the base of the falls....
The Fore River Sanctuary is a small oasis within the city of Portland, Maine. Head to the sanctuary to escape the busyness of the city for a few hours. You can wander around the trails as you relax and let yourself reconnect with...
Instead of exploring the city on your own, why not let expert guides lead you on a walking tour of Portland, Maine to the best spots for food, desserts, history, lighthouses, and more? There are a variety of walking tours available, so you...
The town of Casco, Maine is a quaint little town approximately 50 minutes northwest of the city of Portland. While it is not too large, it does hold a variety of attractions and activities to fill your time. You could easily spend an...
The Cataracts are a set of three distinct waterfalls in northern Maine. They turned out to be my favorite waterfalls I visited while in Maine. More specifically, the third waterfall known as The Flume was my favorite out of the three. It felt as...
Smalls Falls is one of the best waterfalls near Rangeley Lake State Park in Maine. You are rewarded with not just one but four waterfalls when you visit. Each waterfall flows shortly after the other, so you can thus view them all within a...
Arguably the best place to have a picnic in Arlington, VA is at Gravelly Point. Why? It is located right next to the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, and planes thus fly directly overhead. They fly so close to the ground sometimes it...
One of the best ways to spend a beautiful, sunny day in the DC area is to hike the Hains Point Loop Trail in East Potomac Park. Even though it is 4.1 miles (~6.6 kilometers) long, it is considered to be an easy...
There is no shortage of unique date night ideas in Arlington, VA. No matter whether you are looking for an idea for a first date with someone new or for a 50th date with your long-term partner, this list is for you! For...
Renting paddle boats on the Tidal Basin is one of the best ways, in my opinion, to see and experience the city of Washington, DC. Not only can you escape some of the crowds, but you can see the city and a few...
I have compiled a list of the eight best things to do in Pentagon City, which is a neighborhood in Arlington, Virginia. You can squeeze all of these activities into one day, but I recommend you spread them out over time to truly...
If you are looking for an adventurous hike in the DC area, then the Billy Goat Trail Section A should be next on your list. Not only will you enjoy beautiful views of the Potomac River, but you also will climb and maneuver...
The town of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia boasts a variety of adventure activity tours, including whitewater rafting. Hop in a raft with a guide and paddle along Class I to Class III rapids. The guide will instruct you throughout the whole tour, and...