28 Oct
Blog, Experiences, Family Activities, History and Museums, Shopping

Discovering America’s Largest Antique Store on a Rainy Vacation Day

We were enjoying our second stay with Rock River Experiences and had planned a day around some of their outdoor recommendations. As raindrops pattered against the windows of our cozy vacation rental, these plans took a backseat. Little did we know that this rainy day would lead us on an unexpected adventure to what is recognized as "America's Largest Antique Store"—the Verona Factory Antique Mall,...

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22 May
Blog, Experiences, Nature

Blue Ridge Serenity: A Tapestry of Colors and Memories

As I sit in my chair drifting in and out of memories, there’s something to point out about the Blue Ridge Mountains. The experience will give you solace, like treasures you can always visit. Your memory will connect with those vivid hues of color inspiring you to revisit just to see it once again.  But even if you witness the majesty of these mountains just once,...

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05 May
Blog, Experiences, Family Activities, Hikes, Nature

Buffalo Creek Escapade: Family Fun with Horseback Rides, Mountain Views and Starlit Evenings

Embarking on a family adventure one hopes it leads to unexpected joys and cherished memories. Our vacation on Buffalo Creek did not disappoint and was an amazing combination of tranquility and relaxation while effortlessly creating fun-filled memories. Upon stepping into our cozy three-bedroom vacation rental, we were immediately struck by the breathtaking water views and the soothing sounds of the creek meandering around a grand rock...

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25 Jan
Blog, Experiences, Nature

VA Mountain Beauty, Created by AI, on a Rainy Day

This AI artwork reflects the beauty of mountains. I love the mountains of Virginia. The joy, I receive when I see it, reaches the very depth of my offbeat vision, and this is what I create sitting here in my chair as a mist of rain drizzles down my front window. Gently my thoughts flow like the river and the gently sloped mountains into whatever comes...

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