Great Weekends

Can a weekend getaway change your life? Meet Washingtonians who had memorable trips and find ideas for escapes that may inspire you: great hikes, spiritual retreats, adventure outings, yoga getaways, old-fashioned small towns, romantic inns, cooking classes, and lots more. more

Deals: Booking a Bargain

A New York hotel takes half off its rate. And here are four good Mid-Atlantic resorts—with everything from golf to hiking to spas—that offer big values for spring and summer. more

Thursday, May 01, 2008 | in Travel | By Alice Shapin

An Adventurous Life

Learning a new sport—whether sailing or skydiving or scuba diving—can get your heart racing. more

Thursday, May 01, 2008 | in Travel | By Matthew Graham

Dream Weekends

Great day and weekend trips, from beach inns and mountain hikes to good food and fun on the Eastern Shore. Plus, where to rekindle romance, why it's Philly time, and what's new at area resorts.

Beach or mountains? City or country? Whatever your pleasure, we've got a dream weekend. Spend a day in Baltimore, relax at a spa, check into a romantic inn, rent a great beach house, and lots more.

Our new Visitors' Guide gives you itineraries, neighborhood guides, and lots more to make your trip to Washington, DC, the best one ever. more

Great Bed-and-Breakfasts in Washington

A weekend away without much planning or driving? Stay at one of these B&Bs and you’ll still feel far away. more

Insider's Guide to the Eastern Shore

Forget the touristy spots. Here are our tips on where to go—from a day sail to a crab feast to other cherished haunts. more

Bed and Beauty

Lots of big resorts have nice spas. Now cozy inns are getting in on the act. more

Project Runway Recap: Messy, Messy, Messy!

Every Thursday, we recap the previous night’s Project Runway. This week, we finally get what we’ve been hoping for. more

Where & When: What To Do This Weekend

Summer may be over, but that doesn’t mean the weekend fun has slowed down one bit. We’ve got free movies, best bars to watch the Skins, art exhibits aplenty, and lots more. more