Virginia

10 Most secluded beaches in the US

When we think of private beaches, we often imagine blonde sand, clear water, and tiki huts in faraway lands, but paradise is actually closer than we think. Sure enough, the U.S. has plenty of deserted and untainted beaches that you can access without booking a plane ticket halfway across the globe. The 10 is the perfect number of hidden U.S. shorelines to showcase. Scroll through some of America’s most secluded beaches, and picture yourself with sand-covered toes and salty sea breezes swirling through your hair.

Keswick Hall at Monticello, Virginia

Keswick Hall is a full service resort near Charlottesville VA providing a unique country estate experience on over 600-acres. The hotel has 48 rooms including 3 suites each elegantly decorated and a full complement of in-room amenities. The award-winning Fossetts is available for fine dining wines a farm-to-table inspired menu and breathtaking views of the estate.

The Homestead Hot Springs Virginia

Nestled amidst the splendor of Virginia’s Allegheny Mountain lies The Homestead, one of Virginia’s premier mountain resorts. As one of the country’s leading historic resorts and a National Historic Landmark, The Homestead has been providing luxuriously appointed resort accommodations to Presidents, Princes, and sports enthusiasts alike since its founding in 1766

Charleston two ways

Charleston is one of the few cities we make a point of visiting at least once a year. We love it for different reasons. Rick is a Southerner with a thirst for adventure, while Sandi is a Northerner who leans towards leisure. Here’s a look at how each of us recommends you experience Charleston.