Summer officially kicks off on Sunday June 21, the longest day of the year, more famously recognized as Summer Solstice - a holiday celebrated by cultures throughout the Northern Hemisphere. For me, it is the time of year to take advantage of some solo travel - there’s nothing like experiencing a…
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Loudoun is a place worth pouring over; a place that welcomes everyone with open arms. This June, celebrate Pride Month in DC's Wine Country® with events, deals and libations that embrace love and inclusion. The annual Pride in the Vines passport program, organized by the Loudoun Wineries &…
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Looking for ideas this Mother’s Day? Well, you’re in luck because there are countless ways to show mom love right here in Loudoun! You don’t have to limit yourself, here are some of the best ways to celebrate the mom in your life! Preparing for Mom’s Big Day You don’t have to wait until Sunday to…
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We treasure our forests, parks, country roads and open space in Loudoun. The preservation of this land is a direct reflection of the communal effort to maintain a sustainable Loudoun. With scores of Loudoun farms, gardens and rural businesses, there is no shortage of green initiatives year-round…
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Spring is here, leaves are turning green and vines are starting to bud. Luckily, you don’t have to wait six months for the new fruit to ripen before sampling some of the good stuff. In celebration of warmer weather and more than 40 years of Loudoun wine, here we suggest five great wine experiences…
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A dozen or so years ago my wife and I packed up our Volvo station wagon and two young kids and moved from Brooklyn, New York to Waterford, Loudoun County – swapping a sprawling metropolis of eight million people for the bucolic charm of a Quaker village with a population of 280. I’ve never…
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Spring has sprung, the flowers are out, farm fields have turned luminous green and Loudoun’s towns, parks, public gardens and horse racing tracks are set for a busy season. So, what’s on the calendar in Loudoun that can keep you and your family entertained in the pre-summer sun? Here we highlight…
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Women have made a more than significant contribution to Loudoun, especially in the development of the county as a renowned beer, whiskey, cider and wine destination. Here we profile some of the dynamic Loudoun women who create the craft beverages that make us happy. Cheers! Melanie Natoli…
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Fall is here and the fresh mountain air calls. How better to experience Loudoun’s stunning countryside than on a drive down our winding country lanes, scenic byways and rugged dirt roads? Here we select three of the greatest drives in the county – and where to stop along the way. Drive One:…
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Loudoun is glorious in the fall. The air is crisp and cool, early morning mist hangs in the valleys and the lush green of farm fields is offset by explosions of burnt yellow and salmon red from forests of oak, ash and maple. It’s also a great time to get out and celebrate the harvest. Here…
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