You know when you spy the ultimate red-orange-yellow ombre leaf and you reflexively whip your phone out for that “It’s fall, y’all!” moment on your Instagram? Ever experienced a feed full of rainbows as soon as that multicolored magic strikes the sky or an avalanche of snow pics after the first…
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As the excitement of the holidays wears off and the long chill of winter sets in, thoughts turn to where to vacation this year. Are you looking for family-friendly outdoor fun or a romantic retreat with your loved one? How about an excursion into DC’s Wine Country ® or a thirst-quenching brewery…
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On a recent visit to La Taqueria, the brilliant new Mexican street food cantina in downtown Leesburg, I tucked into some tasty tacos (try the sweet and spicy al pastor) and a delicious gringa – a flour tortilla filled with Chihuahua cheese, salsa, guac and carne asada. But between bites, something…
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Loudoun is renowned for great restaurants, superb craft beverages, stylish boutiques and luxury resorts. But you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy a day out in DC’s Wine Country®. Here we recommend how to spend a day in Loudoun on a budget of $50. CUPPA JOE Start your day with a craft coffee…
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Have you been longing to take your toddler or preschooler on a hike, but aren’t sure how to get started? Fortunately, Loudoun County has you covered! Here are five mostly flat trails that vary in length from approximately 0.4 miles to 1.6 miles, but don’t be fooled by their brevity. Each one offers…
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When I was in my late teens I pretty much listened to one band and artist the entire time: The Smiths and their lead singer Morrissey. I grew out of this maudlin stage of life in my 20s and hadn’t given much thought to their music since. So, imagine my surprise last month when my 16-year-old…
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Growing up in the deep south (Southern Africa to be precise), “back to school” shopping was easy – and rather boring. We wore uniforms to school that one department store in our town always stocked, and that store also sold everything else we needed: shoes, backpacks, books, stationery and the rest…
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Loudoun is beloved among outdoor enthusiasts for its kayaking, zip-lining, hiking and cycling trails, and by kids, families and sports lovers for its indoor adventures – everything from ropes courses and go-karting to trampolining and baseball batting cages. Yet, so far, the county has never had…
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Everyone knows Loudoun has a thriving music and arts scene. Recently that scene is inspiring a new…
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