Intro

I grew up in the suburbs of New Jersey, 20-miles outside of New York City. I felt fortunate to grow up so close to NYC and spend time in a diverse area with diverse people and restaurants. What was also nice about growing up in the northeast was that it is quick enough to get to several different states and historic sights with a few hours. Visiting the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, getting a Harvard sweatshirt in Cambridge, skiing in Vermont, trying lobster in Maine, fishing in New Hampshire, visiting my brother at college in Connecticut, vacationing in Ocean City Maryland, and learning about our country’s history in D.C. I don’t think I realized it when I first visited at 14, how much there was to do in the D.C. area.

Conclusion

I have not been back to Washington, D.C. in a few years but am glad of all the time I got to spend there. It is a city steeped with a lot of history and culture. If you are a museum lover like me, D.C. if your city! My favorite memories from my time in the city was walking museums until we were exhausted, wandering past the landmarks, and trying Ethiopian food for the first time in Georgetown. The best thing about the Northeast is how easy it is to get to many of these iconic cities, within 2-hours you can find yourself exploring Philadelphia, Baltimore, Annapolis, Arlington, or Richmond.

Quote

“Human happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.” — George Washington

Next Up On The Blog

If you are lucky enough to be in the D.C. area, take a little drive and check out Richmond, Virginia. I put together a post on some of the Best Restaurants and Sights in Richmond. The Northeast is fortunate to have tons of amazing cities close by. If up for a little road trip, check out my recent blog on New York City, where I break down everything from the best sights to what you should pack.