Whether You're Drawn to Rich History, Natural Beauty, or Charming Americana Whether you’re drawn to rich history, natural beauty, or charming Americana, you’ll find plenty to love about Yorktown. About 15 miles from Williamsburg and part of Virginia’s Historic Triangle, Yorktown offers a blend of…
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Whether you’re drawn to the stories of America’s early settlers or want to walk in the footsteps of iconic figures like Pocahontas, you’ll connect to the country’s past in a powerful way at Historic Jamestowne, the first permanent English settlement in North America. Discover a mix of hallowed…
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Discover the top things to do in Colonial Williamsburg – from iconic historic sites to exciting annual events – and reconnect with America’s revolutionary past. Travel back to the 18th century in Colonial Williamsburg, the capital of the Virginia Colony from 1699 to 1780. From seeing historic…
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When families visit Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown, they come for the area's incredible history. These places are known for their historical significance, like the first permanent English settlement, the location of the English surrender during the American Revolution, and the capital of the…
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Earlier this fall, my tween daughter and I visited Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown, Virginia’s Historic Triangle. It wasn’t just a simple trip but an incredible journey back in time, taking us back to the 1600s and 1700s. And instead of the typical travel blog, I thought it would be more fun…
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So… you’re headed to Williamsburg for your class trip, eh? As a teenager, Williamsburg may not have been on your travel radar- however, there are lots of reasons to get excited for your school trip to Williamsburg! Whether you’re a history buff, thrill-seeker, a shopaholic, or a culinary…
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As the creator of the YouTube channel The History Guy, I jumped at the opportunity to spend a few days in one of America’s most history-rich areas, a region rife with colonial legend and lore but plenty of forgotten facts and stories from America’s past. Colonial Williamsburg, a history nerd’s…
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