In Country: Virginia’s Hotel Petersburg to Reopen Next Month 
• November 13, 2024

After decades of dormancy in the wake of a destructive 1969 fire, the historic Hotel Petersburg, located at 20 West Tabb St. in Petersburg, Virginia, will reopen as part of […]

Getting to Know 2 AKA Hotels
• November 6, 2024

Though both offer high-style luxury, two new D.C.-area hotels under the AKA banner are as different — in the words of their management — as “Night” and “Day.” “Day” refers […]

Miglia 1000 Rides Again in Middleburg
• October 23, 2024

Middleburg, Virginia is once again hosting the popular Miglia Race now through Sunday. The event is steeped in history in Italy, and represents sport, culture and a sense of community. […]

October 2024 In Country Calendar
• October 9, 2024

If you’re looking for a great weekend getaway, there are plenty of great options in Maryland and Virginia. In fact, October is Virginia Wine Month. Mark your calendars for events […]

After 40 Years, Gold Cup Moves to Glenwood Park
• October 2, 2024

The International Gold Cup announced that it will run the 2024 races on Sunday, October 27 at Glenwood Park in Middleburg. Here is everything you need to know: The National […]

In Country Getaways
• September 11, 2024

Looking for a fall getaway this season? Check out these events in Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania that promise autumnal relaxation.  Yoga Power Retreat at Nemacolin September 19-22    Head to […]

Visit James Madison’s Montpelier for Constitution Day
• August 22, 2024

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21 and make the trip to Montpelier (a short, just under two-hour drive from Georgetown) for the day. Their Constitution Day celebration, traditionally held […]

‘Hilma’ at the Wilma and More Philly Delving
• June 13, 2024

For those planning to visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art this month to see “Mary Cassatt at Work,” here is a performing arts roundup and a lodging option. First, let’s […]

The Upperville Colt and Horse Show Gallops Into Its 171st Anniversary
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By Hailey Wharram and Forbes Dudley From June 3 through June 9, Mars Equestrian hosted the 171st annual Upperville Colt and Horse Show in Upperville, Virginia. Created in 1853, UCHS is […]

Georgetown’s Poppy Guesthouse Is Blooming Wonderful
• May 20, 2024

Does the Poppy Georgetown Guesthouse and Gardens have a “Wizard of Oz” connection? In “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” the book by L. Frank Baum on which the 1939 Hollywood […]