Don Carter State Park is the newest Georgia State Park. At 1,316 acres, it packs a lot of great features into a relatively small space. Don Carter State Park Opened on July 15, 2013, Don Carter State Park is the newest Georgia State Park and the only one located on Lake Lanier. It is near…
Jamestown was the first permanent English settlement in North America. At Historic Jamestowne archeologists are revealing new and surprising information. Historic Jamestowne Background Its the 17th century. Spain has been getting rich from its adventures in the Americas. England wants part of the action. Its first colony in North America was established in 1585 but…
I enjoyed my stay at Disney’s All Star Music Resort, a Disney value resort, and wanted to share the information you need to plan your visit. Disney’s All Star Music Resort Overview Disney’s All Star Music Resort is a Disney World value resort. This is a large resort with over 1,600 rooms. Five areas represent…
Jamestown was the first permanent English settlement in North America. To experience it come alive, visit the Jamestown Settlement living history museum. Jamestown Settlement Overview Visiting Jamestown VA is an important way to experience the early part of America’s colonial history. The best way to experience it is to pair visits to Jamestown Settlement and…
The history of American beer making starts in the Virginia Peninsula. These five Virginia Peninsula Breweries should be on your list of fun things to do. Virginia Peninsula Brewing History The Virginia Peninsula is a great place to visit a brewery. While some Native Americans may have been brewing corn or birch-based based beers for…
The American Revolution is an important part of our history. To experience it come alive, consider a visit to the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. American Revolution Museum At Yorktown Overview Visiting Yorktown Battlefield is an important way to experience part of American history. But, if you want to understand it more deeply, consider pairing…
The Yorktown victory turned the tide of the Revolutionary War and led to American independence. You can experience that historic moment at Yorktown Battlefield. Yorktown Battlefield Background It’s been a long time since the early days of the revolution. The ‘shot heard around the world’ was way back in 1775. Now, its October 1781, six long…
I enjoyed my stay at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, a moderate Disney resort, and wanted to share the information you need to plan your visit. Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Overview Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort is a Disney World moderate resort. With over 2,000 rooms, this is a large resort with a Caribbean theme. There are…
Newport News Park is a large city park with many outdoor activities. Newport News Park Campground is a good option when visiting Newport News or Williamsburg VA Newport News Park Overview Newport News residents are proud of their park, claiming it to be one of the largest municipal parks in the country. At over 8,000…
If you are in Williamsburg VA and searching for a fun outdoor day, Waller Mill Park might be just what you are looking for. Waller Mill Park is a 2,700 acre city park centered around a 360 acre clear water reservoir. There are a variety of activities to do on or around the water; hiking,…