There’s a small town in the eastern panhandle of West Virginia that quietly packs in history, nature, and old-world charm. Welcome to Harpers Ferry, located just about 1.5 hours from Washington, DC, this picturesque town sits at the meeting point of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers and offers a perfect mix of historic significance and scenic beauty.
If you’re looking for a unique Christmas getaway, this post is for you. Imagine being transported to the 1700s, tiny candles flickering in every window, wreaths made of natural materials like fruits and leaves, horse-drawn carriages, and people singing carols on the streets. That’s what Christmas in Williamsburg looks like.
If you’re planning to book one of the TakeTours trips, this blog post will help you make the right choice. I’ve booked with them three times, and in this post, I’ll share my recent experience and whether I recommend it or not. And just to be clear, this is not a sponsored post.
Abhi and I have flown in and out of Newark Airport countless times during our India visits. But this time, we decided to step out and explore everything the Garden State has to offer. We were staying with our friends in Princeton, New Jersey that gave us the perfect base for an exciting adventure across the state.
Last year, we had the opportunity to spend the holiday season on the East Coast, exploring some of its top cities and their festive events. One of the highlights of our trip was exploring Philadelphia and ringing in the New Year by watching fireworks and indulging in classic Philly cuisine.
Delaware might not top your travel bucket list, but hidden in its heart is Wilmington—a city brimming with history, charm, and surprises waiting to be discovered. I doubt, it would ever come in their top 10 either. But my intention with this blog post is to change that and show you the gems of Delaware’s most populous city, Wilmington and change your thoughts about US’s first state post-independence.
