by Jennifer Bell | Oct 26, 2020 | Arts, Blog, Dining, Outdoors, Things to do, Trip Ideas
WHY GO: Harrisonburg VA is no longer just a sleepy little college town (James Madison University) in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. Things are happening here at a brisk pace – the type of things that the Getaway Mavens love. There’s a burgeoning, collaborative,...
by Jennifer Bell | Oct 21, 2020 | Outdoors, Things to do, Trip Ideas
There is so much to Love in Harrisonburg, Virginia from cycling, hiking and outdoor scavenger hunts to great food, local craft beer and wine in a friendly scenic atmosphere. With Harrisonburg’s new trip planner, you can customize your own itinerary in only a few...
by Jennifer Bell | Sep 28, 2020 | Arts, Beer, Outdoors, Things to do, Trip Ideas
Tired of sitting in front of the computer? Ready to stroll quiet streets admiring public art, browse in charming shops and sample local beer and wine? Downtown Harrisonburg, Virginia’s First Culinary District and an original Virginia Arts District offers the perfect...
by Jennifer Bell | Apr 30, 2018 | Blog, Dining, Outdoors
May is on the cusp of summer, and with most of the students from the area’s three colleges gone until fall, things are a bit less hectic in the ‘Burg. But folks here still find plenty to do, and visitors and guests are more than welcome to join right in—after all,...
by Jennifer Bell | Apr 5, 2018 | Beer, Blog, Outdoors
Spring is a time of renewal, and the Friendly City is branching out in new ways from old roots firmly grounded in local history and tradition. Maybe that singular blend of an established past mixed with innovation is one reason why Harrisonburg tops the list of...
by Jennifer Bell | Apr 3, 2018 | Blog, Outdoors, Trip Ideas
One of the tallest peaks in Virginia, Reddish Knob stands at 4,397 feet amid the George Washington National Forest. Most travelers in Harrisonburg are interested in visiting this site to experience the unparalleled 360-degree views from the summit. Whether you’re a...
