Lifestyle

Five New Arlington Gyms to Try in 2024

Resolve to try a cycling, conditioning, stretching or boxing workout at one of these recently opened or soon-to-arrive fitness clubs.

Dog Sledding Adventures in Maryland

Get your thrills with an Iditarod-style winter outing within driving distance of D.C. Snow not required.

14 Drivable Winter Getaways for Snow Lovers

Embrace the cold with skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, an alpine coaster and the East Coast's longest sled run.

10 Fun Things to Do With Kids During the Holiday Break

Round out the season with outdoor skating, scavenger hunts, building activities, a VR experience and an 'Encanto' casita come to life.

Celebrate a Crabby New Year on the Eastern Shore

Ring in 2024 with fire jugglers, magic shows, an air guitar contest and the drop of a giant crab at First Night Talbot in Easton, Maryland.

Shop Local: MarzDM Studio

Maria Milton's stained glass designs include suncatchers, plant propagators and glass earrings in vivid hues.

Get Away: Moxy Hotel Virginia Beach

The fun decor at this surfer-chic Marriott Bonvoy property includes a Zoltar fortune-telling machine, tabletop shuffleboard and an indoor slide.

Follow the Stars to Bethlehem PA, aka ‘Christmas City’

Whether you celebrate Christmas as a religious, secular or commercial holiday, this former steel town brings the magic.
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14 Places to Volunteer with Kids and Teens

The holiday season often focuses on getting, but giving is a great way to celebrate, and something people of all ages can do.

Holiday Gift Guide 2023

Skip the big box stores and shop local. These are a few of our favorite things from area makers, artists and independent boutiques.

Clarendon Has a New Gift Boutique

The Golden Fox at Clarendon Crossing stocks apparel, home decor and other merch by women-owned businesses.

Shop Local: FrontYard Farm

Heather and Josh Mazen donate 10% of the proceeds from their artisanal soaps and rustic signs to racial and climate justice organizations.