Brianna Simmons

The cherry blossoms in Washington DC were a gift of friendship from Japan to the American people in 1912 and today the burst of pinks and whites accentuate the beauty of the American capital making spring one of the best times to plan a visit to Washington DC. California poppy is a small orange flower like a little drop of orange paint on the grass, not too remarkable on its own but during the spring bloom millions of poppy flowers cover California grasslands The lavender fields start to bloom in May and typically last until September and the dahlia fields like warmer weather so they start to bloom in late June or July and last until early fall. Mid-March is typically the best time to visit Savannah to see beautiful spring color, but if you’re lucky you can find azaleas blooming anytime from late February to early April.

Whether you’re exploring the nearest trail or planning a multi-day hike in the back country you want footwear that’s going to keep you comfortable and looking good. The Casual Travelist contains affiliate links, when you make a purchase or book a hotel through these links the Casual Travelist receives a small commission that helps support this site at no additional cost to you. With a durable high traction sole and a waterproof yet breathable upper this boot can handle the muddiest trail. Breathable, lightweight and waterproof, the Keen Terradora II provides great support with a low profile.

The Casual Travelist contains affiliate links, when you make a purchase or book a hotel through these links the Casual Travelist receives a small commission that helps support this site at no additional cost to you. The Clifton Inn is a smaller boutique hotel I’ve had my eye on for a while, and with a world class restaurant, understated service and proper safety measures in place it checked off all the boxes. The 1799 Restaurant serves both breakfast and dinner with seating in their cozy dining room or large porch (heated in the winter) with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With a relaxed approach to luxury, great food and understated service the Clifton Inn was the perfect spot for our Charlottesville wine country getaway.

As the newest addition to the Virginia Beach craft beer scene Vibrant Shore Brewing Company brings a passion for good beer to the VIBE Creative Arts District. Virginia Beach is a military town that appreciates a good beer so the success of Young Veteran’s Brewing Company is no surprise. Young Veteran’s Brewing Company is located at 2505 Horse Pasture Road #104 Virginia Beach, VA 23453. With a 2 acre dog friendly beer garden and over 20 beers on tap the Virginia Beach outpost of Atlanta based brewery New Realm Brewing Company became a fast favorite of locals and visitors alike.