If you have lived in the DC area for a number of years you already understand the benefits of living here. If you are new to the area WELCOME, you are bound to love it here. After the dust settles from the nations politics DC is still home to about 632,000 Americans (2012). Looking back at 1940 we had nearly 900,000 residents and now the population is trending back upwards with the desire to move back into the city and immediate surrounding neighborhoods. So you ask yourself what is the drive for the population to move inward? We are looking at the younger demographics... age 25 - 34 is now the largest age bracket in the District. The younger population just graduating college or only about 7-10 years out want to be within walking distance or metro distance to work. It is not because they are lazy it is merely because they realize if they want to be out in the suburbs they can travel to get there. There are also other economic factors involved, which I wont get into but this is the general reason motivating their decision. Traveling is not an issue nowadays with all the different types of car share programs and rental services provided. All you have to do is get up and go...
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| Cabin in Somerset PA |
I was recently in Pennsylvania enjoying a weekend by the creek which compelled me to write this article. With further research I have realized we have plenty of travel destinations within three hours of living from the DC Metro. Now we can enjoy these destinations when we want on our time. Families are using these destinations to build or rent vacation homes, ranches, or retreats but keeping their primary residence in the city.
Backyard Destinations
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| Golfing trip in PA |
Deep Creek Lake
Deep Creek Lake which sits just 3 hours outside of DC in Western Maryland and 30 minutes off of Interstate 60. Deep Creek is home to the Wisp Ski Resort, but if skiing is not for you make sure you check it out during the warmer months for the other land and water sports. Deep Creek welcomes golfers of all skill levels with at least four golf courses in the vicinity. You can always find cabins for rent or sale at deep creek lake.
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| Somerset PA Fire and Ice Festival http://www.festivalsinpa.com |
Somerset and Rockwood PA
Get back to nature in Somerset and Rockwood PA. You are probably thinking, Where is Somerset? Well Somerset and Rockwood are also very similar to Deep Creek, just 3 hours outside of DC but located in PA. Somerset is another Skiing destination (Seven Springs Mountain Resort). During the warm months Somerset and Rockwood will allow you to reach the outdoorsman in you. Fishing, Hunting, Rafting, and Camping are all at your disposal.
The Eastern shore has a variety of quaint places to visit for either day trips or over night stay. Some options include St. Michaels, Crisfield and Smith Island. A number of Marylanders enjoy second homes in these destinations. www.PatrickDeLeonibus.com
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| Crabbing Boats, Maryland's Eastern Shore http://www.thehulltruth.com/ |
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