See below for vacation ideas in DC, Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland. (For New York State and Pennsylvania -- sometimes called "mid-Atlantic"-- see Northeast US.)
1. VA: Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia takes your family back in time: not only to stroll past historic buildings, but to see real-live people of the period too, with a cast of hundreds who bring the Revolutionary years of the US to life.
photo courtesy of Colonial Williamsburg site.
2. VA: The Homestead - Holiday Season
The Homestead is a Virginia mountain resort with centuries of history: host to "Presidents, Princes, and sports enthusiasts" since it's founding in 1766. Seasonal activities range from horseback riding to sporting clays, fly fishing, falconry, mountain biking. Winter sports include skiing on nine runs, x-country skiing, snow-tubing, and more. Kids and teen programs too -- and lots of special holiday season festivities.3. WV: White-Water Rafting
West Virginia is considered a prime place for rafting during summer months, and many companies offer family rafting trips.4. Washington DC - Spring Break
Washington DC is a top spot for spring break vacations, especially during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
