Leaving Washington DC and Virginia was really hard. We  both love that area so much and Reid especially since he has such a spiritual connection to the people there. And even though BabyTravels came down with her first respiratory virus while we were there, I would redo the trip in a heartbeat. I have been to DC three times now. Always in May and always an even year. Starting in 2006, 2008 (you can read about that trip here) and now 2010. So as the plane was taking off from DCA I tried not to be too sad as I looked out the window at the infamous monuments and the Potomac as we passed over in the air- I’ll see you in May, 2012!

As always the best part of any vacation is the food- and this vacation did not dissapoint. We ate some of our favorites and a few new ones along the way. That’s my best vacation food advice: Always be willing to try something new!

Pulled pork sandwich and sweet potato fries, Red Hot and Blue, Fairfax, Virginia

Fudge, Luray Caverns, Luray, Virginia

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thebabytravels touching the cavern wall

If you find yourself in Virginia trying to decide on an activity to take your family to on a Saturday, especially one that is educational yet exciting enough that your kids won’t realize it, something that your oldest to your littlest and even in between will enjoy, then you really should look into a trip to the Luray Caverns. The caverns are just a few minutes off the scenic Skyline Drive- a breathtaking drive through Shenandoah National Park with amazing views. Read the rest of this entry »