Spring in Philadelphia’s Garden District: Visiting Morris Arboretum and Chestnut Hill
With spring officially sprung, now is the perfect time to begin planning a trip to Philadelphia’s Urban Enclave of Chestnut Hill. While part of Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill sits just 12 miles from Center City Philadelphia on the border of Montgomery County. Along with Germantown and Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill is one of three Philadelphia Garden […]
Philadelphia Area Gardens and Estates to Visit on a Long Layover at PHL
Philadelphia is considered America’s Garden Capital. With over 30 natural and Botanical Gardens within 30 miles of Center City or a quick drive away, you are sure to find one that is easily accessible during a long layover at Philadelphia International Airport. The recommendations here are based on drive time to and from PHL and […]
Thoughtful Gifts for Gardeners
At the holidays gardening may not be the first thing that comes to mind when looking for gift ideas. But for the gardener in your life, planting is always top of the mind. And giving a garden-related gift shows you really understand the gift’s recipient. Here’s a list of thoughtful horticultural gifts that can be […]
Hacienda Del Sol: Where gardens, art and nature meet
The Hacienda Del Sol Luxury Guest Ranch Resort is situated just outside the city of Tucson among the Saguaro cacti and nestled in the Catalina foothills. With the Catalina Mountains as its backdrop and views of the sprawling city of Tucson, this luxury resort offers plenty of visual appeals all on its own. But, Hacienda […]
15 amazing things to do along the Havre de Grace Promenade (2022)
Spectacular views of the Chesapeake Bay are just one reason to visit the Havre de Grace Promenade. Any time of day along this waterfront boardwalk you will find mothers pushing little ones in strollers, children gleefully frolicking at the water’s edge, and anglers casting their lines from a fishing pier. These are just a few […]
The Top 17 Awesomely Fun Things To Do in Latrobe PA
With so many things to do it’s hard to think of a place that could be more perfect for a getaway than tiny Latrobe Pennsylvania. This small town of fewer than 8000 residents is the home of our childhood fave Fred Rogers (Mister Rogers) and legendary golfer Arnold Palmer. It serves as the training camp […]
Planning a day trip to see the Spring Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC (2023)
The Washington DC cherry blossoms should be on the bucket list of every American. Not that visiting during peak cherry blossom season is exclusive to Americans, it certainly is not. But cherry bloom season in the nation’s capital is like seeing the Grand Canyon, Old Faithful, or the Liberty Bell. They are symbolic of the […]
Why New Jersey is known as the Garden State
Most people have no idea why New Jersey is known as the “Garden State.” Typically, when people think of New Jersey they automatically think of it as an extension of New York City. For those of us of a certain age, the joke by Joe Piscopo and SNL comes to mind. “What exit”? Because New […]
8 cool facts about Philadelphia’s Mural Arts Program
Philadelphia greets tens of millions of visitors each year. And it is no wonder. This amazing city boasts perhaps more American history than any other US city. Also, Travel and Leisure in 2018, called the City of Brotherly Love, the “Best Food City on the East Coast Right Now.” Plus, with more than 10,000 acres […]
