Philly in January

December 23, 2024

Philadelphia’s Mummers Parade, the city’s New Year’s Day version of Mardi Gras, will step off at 17th and Market Streets at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1, looping to the […]

A Winter Holiday Hotel: The St. Gregory


This winter, making the gratifying transition from frosty outdoors to toasty indoors is guaranteed at the St. Gregory Hotel. The West End property’s top-to-bottom renovation in 2018 — by Philadelphia’s […]

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 […]