IN A DAY'S DRIVE
Follow the yellow brick road at this ‘one-of-a kind’ immersive event
Read full article: Follow the yellow brick road at this ‘one-of-a kind’ immersive eventDoes anyone else hear “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” or “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and all of a sudden you’re taken back to a happy place in your youth?
Follow the yellow brick road at this ‘one-of-a kind’ immersive event
Read full article: Follow the yellow brick road at this ‘one-of-a kind’ immersive eventDoes anyone else hear “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” or “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and all of a sudden you’re taken back to a happy place in your youth?
Dreaming of a Virginia Beach getaway? This Town Center district has something for everyone
Read full article: Dreaming of a Virginia Beach getaway? This Town Center district has something for everyoneIf this past year has you craving some type of relaxing vacation or even just a fun, long-weekend-style escape from reality, you should look no further than a hotspot in our very own state: Virginia Beach.
This popular Wytheville dinner show draws crowds from all over -- and it’s coming back
Read full article: This popular Wytheville dinner show draws crowds from all over -- and it’s coming backNext month, it will be time to toe-tap to Bluegrass gospel classics and re-engage with the Sanders family once again.
You’ve got to see the red wolves, other animals at the Mill Mountain Zoo
Read full article: You’ve got to see the red wolves, other animals at the Mill Mountain ZooThe red wolves are kept off-site, at times, which we spoke with a zookeeper about. The Roanoke Red Wolves, as they’re called, even have their own Facebook page. After a zoo trip, let’s hit up Blue Cow, a small-batch ice cream shop that makes everything on-site, shall we? You’ll find an incredible number of unique, on-trend flavor combinations.
Looking for a serene, naturally beautiful hotspot? Check out Mill Mountain Wildflower Garden
Read full article: Looking for a serene, naturally beautiful hotspot? Check out Mill Mountain Wildflower GardenThe next stop at Mill Mountain Park is the Wildflower Garden -- not to mention, the Discovery Center and playground. These are great places to bring the entire family.
Roanoke Star stands as a regional icon, popular tourist attraction
Read full article: Roanoke Star stands as a regional icon, popular tourist attractionThe Roanoke Star, which is actually the world’s largest manmade star, was put up in 1949 as a Christmas decoration. It still stands today -- and even lights up at night. Wait until you see the overlook near the star.
Not sure where to eat in downtown Roanoke? This video should solve that conundrum
Read full article: Not sure where to eat in downtown Roanoke? This video should solve that conundrumWhether it's Cedars Lebanese Restaurant, Billy's or Hotel Roanoke, this food tour offers something for everyone.
Whether you have kids or you’re a kid at heart, these museums -- for kids and pinball enthusiasts! -- aim to please
Read full article: Whether you have kids or you’re a kid at heart, these museums -- for kids and pinball enthusiasts! -- aim to pleaseKids Square, which has a unique system in place to keep from spreading germs, is one hotspot -- and the Pinball Museum is another. They're both in downtown Roanoke.
You can't go downtown Roanoke without stopping by this 7-floor landmark
Read full article: You can't go downtown Roanoke without stopping by this 7-floor landmarkAt Center in the Square, you'll discover, learn, and become inspired. Here, you'll also find six aquariums, a children's museum and a gorgeous seventh-floor overlook of the region -- not to mention, the Roanoke Starcade.
How does a secluded and beautiful getaway sound? This spot is for you
Read full article: How does a secluded and beautiful getaway sound? This spot is for youGuests to the area can stay in a contemporary farmhouse atop 400 acres with stables and fishing streams, or in a country cottage nestled on hiking trails and a river.
5 tips for making the most of a day trip to Hot Springs, Virginia
Read full article: 5 tips for making the most of a day trip to Hot Springs, VirginiaWhether you’re an active nature lover or you’re just yearning to unplug and relax a little bit, there’s one place in particular that boasts an incredible number of things to do -- all year round, really, although right now is an especially beautiful time, considering it’s fall and we’re in the midst of a gorgeous leaf-peeping season.