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  1. Children’s Museum of Virginia – Portsmouth, Virginia

    By Michelle Hobbs on Jun 1, 2012
    Since recently undergoing an extensive renovation, the Children’s Museum of Virginia has come back bigger and better than ever....

  2. Busch Gardens – Williamsburg, Virginia

    By Michelle Hobbs on Jun 1, 2012
    While the price of admission may seem a bit steep, entrance to Busch Gardens Williamsburg is well worth the price. Voted "world’s...

  3. Virginia parks for the family

    By Michelle Hobbs on Jun 1, 2012
    Virginia boasts tons of family-friendly parks. Read on for our top picks and get outdoors with the family!

  4. Festivals and family events in Virginia

    By Michelle Hobbs on Jun 1, 2012
    No matter the season, Virginia offers plenty of family-friendly events. Read on for our top picks!

  5. Pumpkin patches in Virginia

    By Tanya Glover on Sep 26, 2011
    Virginia is for lovers of all things, including pumpkins! Come out for some of Virginia’s greatest fall fun.

  6. Haunted tours and spooky sites around Washington DC

    By Julie Johnson on Sep 16, 2011
    The tradition of Halloween is derived from the ancient celebration of All Hallows Eve, preceding All Souls Day. Participants donned...

  7. Leesburg Hauntings tour: Spooky fun in Virginia

    By Julie Johnson on Sep 16, 2011
    What better way to celebrate the season of scary and pay homage to this old ritual than to venture on a ghost tour? The Washington...

  8. National Geographic Museum in Washington DC

    By Julie Johnson on Sep 14, 2011
    Here's a way to see faraway lands without ever living the Washington DC area! The National Geographic Museum offers countless...

  9. All things Americana: A treasure trove at the Smithsonian

    By Julie Johnson on Aug 22, 2011
    What better place to immerse oneself in Americana than in one of the many museums at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC?

  10. Top 10 best places to live in the US

    By GeoParent Editors on Aug 18, 2011
    If you're looking for the best place to live and raise a family in all of the United States, Money magazine has some suggestions...

  11. Virginia State Parks YCC, Virginia

    On Apr 30, 2011
    Virginia State Parks offer camps that gives back -- in more ways than one!

  12. Best zoos and aquariums in Virginia

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Mar 15, 2011
    If your family is wild about animals and marine life, head to Virginia! The state is home to some of the country's most unique and...

  13. Best Virginia museums for children and families

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Aug 15, 2010
    Virginia touts itself as being "for lovers," but it turns out that it's for kids, too! Virgina is home to some of the country's most...

  14. 5 Best family vacations in Virginia

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Aug 15, 2010
    There are many fun and fabulous places to visit in the Virginia area! We've got five of our favorite Virginia vacation spots. If...

  15. Best free family activities in Virginia

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Aug 15, 2010
    Summertime fun can add up quickly when you are on a family vacation. Between dining out, hotel stays, and costly activities, you may...

  16. Best family friendly events in Virginia

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Aug 15, 2010
    Virginia hosts some of the most fun and most unique festivals that offer fun for the whole family. Check out our favorite family...

  17. 7 Best family friendly attractions in Virginia

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Aug 15, 2010
    When you're on vacation with the whole family, you have to consider what each family member wants to do. (Kids will likely tire...

  18. Virginia home school resources

    By Suzi Milovanovic on Aug 4, 2010
    Homeschooling resources in the state of Virginia provide a network for resources, support and information for those are currently...