This powerful historical fiction is one of our best reads in 2025. The man is real; the story highlights the important points in his life with the author taking some creative liberty to fictionalize some of the minor and unimportant points. This is a gripping novel based on the 26 letters Patrick O'Donnell wrote to Victor Hugo during his last days in the Newgate Prison in London between December 5th and December 17th. O'Donnell was in prison … [Read more...]
Pennsylvania Panorama: A Visual Feast for Travel Enthusiasts
Pennsylvania, often referred to as the Keystone State, offers a unique blend of historical landmarks, lush natural landscapes, and modern urban centers. This article embarks on a captivating exploration through the state, unveiling the charm of its bustling cities, serene natural settings, iconic landmarks, renowned stadiums, and the vibrant gambling scene. From the historic streets of Philadelphia to the scenic trails of the Pocono … [Read more...]
Tom Allen, Adventure Cyclist, Author and Filmmaker
Q. In 2006, you began a round-the-world bicycle trip called 'Ride Earth,' an epic challenge you had never attempted before. What is it about seeing the world with a bicycle that excites you, and can you describe what the first few weeks of your journey were like? It was the promise of freedom that first drew me to bicycle travel. I’m sure that’s a common motive among travelers but doing it under pedal power really elevated the sense of … [Read more...]
Gretchen Upshaw, Founder of Spell Caster Ghost Tours
Growing up, Gretchen Upshaw had a fascination with the paranormal. In 2014, she took a ghost tour on her trip to New Orleans and realized that being a ghost tour guide was her next course in life. When she went back home to Austin, she announced to her friends that she was going to leave her job as an Executive Director for a culinary school, move to New Orleans, and become a ghost tour guide, which she did about 6 months later. Two months … [Read more...]
Peace and harmony reign supreme on former historic battle site
HISTORY is integral to the story of the tiny village of Edgehill in Warwickshire, the scene of the bloodiest battle in The English Civil War. Today, the din of muskets and cannons are, thankfully, confined to those history books and the battlefields instead offer idyllic views from one of the most impressive vantage points in the country, The Castle pub. Perched on the summit overlooking the infamous battlefields, The Castle at Edgehill is … [Read more...]
What to Do and See This Spring In Alexandria, VA
Spring Events Feature Cherry Blossoms, New Public Art, Concerts, Festivals and More in Alexandria, VA Alexandria, VA—As the weather warms and cherry blossoms take center stage, springtime events abound in Alexandria, Virginia, located minutes from Washington, D.C., on the Potomac River and named a Top 3 Best Small City in the U.S. 2021 by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards. Visit the luminous I Love You sculpture, the newest … [Read more...]
St. Augustine to Celebrate Rich African American History During Black History Month
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., February 1, 2022 – St. Augustine, the birthplace of African American history, will host a series of culturally enriching and educational events to celebrate Black history month. The inaugural Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series will be held at the site of the first free Black settlement in what is now the United States. St. Augustine's other historic sites will tell important stories about the enslaved and freed Black Americans who … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Get Outside in Charleston this Fall
1. Fall Garden Strolls and Wine Tastings at Middleton Place Wednesdays from September 15 - October 27, 2021 Sip and stroll a different garden location each week while sampling old and new world wines at Middleton Place, a member of the Charleston Heritage Federation. Built in 1755, this National Historic Landmark is home to the nation's oldest landscaped gardens and amidst these gorgeous grounds and exquisitely preserved historic sites, guests … [Read more...]
Uniquely Corinth, Mississippi
Corinth is home to a plethora of experiences that together create a getaway as unique as the town itself CORINTH, MISSISSIPPI—The Northeast corner of Mississippi holds a special destination with a past carved by Civil War stories and a futured shaped by the relics of yesteryear. What’s unique about Corinth are the local eateries and adventures that can be found nowhere else in the world. Fill a weekend getaway with activities in a thriving … [Read more...]
Touring Washington DC with a Young Teenager
When my son finished 6th grade, I promised to reward him with a trip to anywhere he wants, as long as it was centered on American history. I am a firm believer that true learning happens through classroom theory is paired with experiential learning. So we set out on a long weekend to bring his history lessons, past and future, to life. After a week of research and contemplation, he selected Washington, D.C. as his destination. Off we went on a … [Read more...]
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