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Carrie Cochran

Carrie Cochran is a writer and editor based in Chesapeake, Virginia. She has a Bachelor's degree in English and Professional Writing, and she loves to read, write, and travel! Contact her for help with your company's marketing, or head over to the blog for entertaining and practical travel advice and itineraries.

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Top 5 Things to Do at Sandy Bottom Nature Park

You’ll never believe this beautiful park used to be dumps and barrow pits! Now, it’s a prime destination for fishing, canoeing, picnics, and wildlife sightings.

The 4 Fantastic Habitats of First Landing State Park

Ready for adventure? You can explore cypress swamps, marshes, beaches, and forests in one day at First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach, Virginia!

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5 Easy International Meals for a Delicious Staycation

Add a taste of travel to your weeknight dinner plan with these 5 easy international meals!

Discover Newport News with an Art & Sculpture Driving Tour

Discover the town of Newport News, VA, through this beautiful art and sculpture tour, featuring 32 gorgeous pieces of outdoor art!

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Old Town Portsmouth & The Path Of History-Top 15 Highlights

If you love gorgeous, historic architecture, quaint neighborhoods, and seaside towns, you’ll be obsessed with Olde Towne Portsmouth & its Path of History tour!

9 Best Dreary Day Adventures in Hampton Roads

Hampton Roads is great when the weather is clear, but what do you do when it’s not? Why not try these 9 fun-filled rainy day excursions?!

A Self-Guided Tour To The Real Town Behind Mystic Falls

Vampire lovers, get ready to see your favorite TVD settings in this driving tour of the real Mystic Falls!

5 Fantastic Reasons to Visit the Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin

In Norfolk, VA? Visit the Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin for a fun and educational experience revolving around all things nautical!

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10 Incredible Bookstores for Every Bookworm’s Bucketlist

If bookstores are your happy place, you’ll never want to leave these 10 gorgeous bookstores from around the world.

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10 of the Most Romantic Couples’ Getaways the U.S has to Offer

Ready for a romantic getaway with you SO? Check out these top 10 couples’ destinations in the U.S. and start planning your trip now!