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Cherry Hill Park (College Park, Maryland)

Are you planning a trip to Washington DC and looking for the perfect place to stay with your RV? Look no further than Cherry Hill Park, a true RV Resort! In this post, we’ll explain why Cherry Hill Park should be your go-to destination when visiting the nation’s capital. We’ll cover the convenient location, fantastic amenities, exciting on-site activities, and endless opportunities for exploring nearby Washington DC.

What You’ll Love at Cherry Hill Park

Cherry Campground campground has over 400 full hook-up sites (back-in and pull-through) and offers daily, weekly, and monthly rates.

Cherry Hill Park is located along side of I-95 in College Park, Maryland, only 17 miles from the National Mall in Washington, DC. There is a wide array of amenities offered including DC sightseeing tours that leave right from the campground.

Luxury Amenities: Camping in Style

There are so many amenities at Cherry Hill Park near Washington DC. Amenities include: Fishing Pond, Two Dog Runs, Hiking Trail, Camp Store, Restaurant, Bus Depot, Sightseeing Sessions, Swimming Pool & Hot Tub, Splash Park, Tractor Rides, Summer Movie Nights, Playgrounds, 18 Hole Mini Golf

Cherry Hill Park offers top-notch amenities to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay for its guests. After a long day of sightseeing, relax around the beautiful, heated outdoor pool, or spend time in the hot tub. For the children in your family, Cherry Hill Campground boasts a fun splash pad and two playgrounds. Additionally, enjoy free Wi-Fi, a well-stocked camp store, clean bathhouses, and a café on-site, ensuring that your needs are well-catered throughout your stay.

Cherry Hill Park Activities: Fun for the Whole Family

When you’re not touring Washington DC, Cherry Hill Campground offers a wide spectrum of activities that cater to every age group. Participate in park-wide events like bingo nights, potluck dinners, outdoor movie screenings, and group campfires. In addition, stay active with the various sports courts available, such as basketball, volleyball, and miniature golf.

Prime Location Near Washington DC

Nestled in College Park, Maryland, Cherry Hill Park is the closest RV resort to Washington DC. It’s strategically situated within a 30-minute drive to the heart of the city. Cherry Hill’s location allows you to enjoy the serene surroundings of the park while still having easy access to the excitement of the nation’s capital. The proximity to major highways and public transportation makes planning day trips to the city a breeze. Plus, with so many nearby attractions, you’ll never be short on things to do!

The campground offers guided tours to DC or you can take the camp shuttle to public transportation and explore on your own.

Cherry Hill Park near Washington DC offers guided tours to DC or you can take the camp shuttle to public transportation and explore on your own.

This is the closest campground to Washington DC and all of its amazing National museums and attractions. And once you’ve had your fill of exploring DC for the day, you can relax knowing you’ll come back to an amazing amenity-filled campground. Cherry Hill even offers a dog walking service for RVers who are traveling with pets. So, you can make sure your pet gets some exercise while you are away for the day! And you can check and fill your RV tires for free before you leave the campground air station.

Learn about budget-friendly activities in Washington DC.

Make Your Reservations Today!

You can make reservations on their website or via phone at (301) 664-1762.

Author Bio: Mike and Susan are avid RVers who love traveling, sightseeing, and camping in their RV. In true Maryland fashion, they named their RV Chessie since they live close to the Chesapeake Bay! They have traveled all over the US and Canada and created RVBlogger as a way to share their travels and create the financial vehicle needed to break away from corporate life.

Learn our 3 step process for finding the best campgrounds. Whether you are traveling by motorhome, fifth wheel, travel trailer, or campground this process can work for you.

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8:30 am by Guest Post

Port Huron KOA (Kimball, Michigan)

Wow! If you’re looking for an amazing campground to explore an incredible place, read on. The Port Huron KOA delivers a great camping experience next to a wonderful town. You won’t want for anything on this visit.

Location

The Port Huron KOA Resort is located in the southeast region of Michigan. It is located roughly an hour north of Detroit. Just outside of Port Huron, you’ll find the KOA is conveniently located to some of the most amazing but often-overlooked small towns in the state!

The closest towns:

Port Huron
St. Clair
Marine City

Amenities

The entire family will enjoy a stay at the Port Huron KOA in Kimball, Michigan.

They say there’s a campground for every type of camper out there.

And if you’re looking for a super fun getaway where you’ll never be bored, the Port Huron KOA is your campground.

This RV park has everything you would ever want.

Of course, there are the traditional family-friendly campground activities like gaga ball, playgrounds, and fire pits. If you’re a morning person, I suggest checking out the walking trail. But if you prefer evenings, take a blanket out to the hill and enjoy the sunset.

But there’s also many amenities that are quite luxurious.

There are 3 pools, golf cart rentals, an indoor fitness center, and scheduled kids’ activities galore in the summertime.

There are activities for everyone at the Port Huron KOA including 3 pools, golf cart rentals, an indoor fitness center, and scheduled kids’ activities galore in the summertime.

What I love most about this campground is the general stores. There are 3 of them on site, so you never even have to leave the park to get everything you need!

Forget the graham crackers for s’mores night?
Just want a soda without packing up the car full of kids?
Need a mini-fridge?

It’s all available at this campground.

Some other awesome features:

Sports Court with access to tennis, hockey, and basketball
Jumping pillow for kids and kids-at-heart
Golf cart rentals
Frisbee golf
Pavilions
Access and discounts to neighboring adventure water park
Gem mining
Ice cream shop
Bike rentals
Dog park

Reservations

This Port Huron KOA is a large park. It offers almost 300 RV and tent sites! Some sites are primitive, while others are luxurious. You can request a pull-thru site or go with a back-in. There really is something for everyone (and everyone’s budget.)

If you’re traveling away from the RV, they also have over 100 assorted cabins.

Because of this, prices really vary. Expect to pay around $35 for a primitive site. And up to $60 a night for a basic site with full hookups.

If you’re looking for a fun but more upscale RV experience, there are several fabulous Gazebo Sites for about $100-$120 a night.

The Port Huron KOA is a large park. It offers almost 300 RV and tent sites! Some sites are basic, while others are luxurious with outdoor kitchens and more!

Reservations can be made over-the-phone at 800-562-0833 or online. I really liked the online reservation system. Their website was easy to navigate with an updated map of the park. This made it really easy to book just the site I wanted.

Local Area

Plan a week long stay in this area. You’re going to need that time to explore Port Huron!

My highest recommendation is the head of the St. Clair River. This is directly underneath the Blue Water Bridge where the river opens up to Lake Huron. As one of the heaviest traveled rivers in the world, you could literally sit there “and watch the boats roll by” all day long!

On our trip, we saw so many different watercraft. There were freighters, sailboats, fishing boats, and tugboats! We even saw scuba divers heading out for a dive.

Bonus travel tip: There’s even an app you can download to your phone to identify the freighters as they pass you.

As you explore Port Huron, you’ll notice the rich past of this coastal town. Make sure to visit these historical sites:

Fort Gratiot Lighthouse — The very first lighthouse built in Michigan. This is pretty cool considering Michigan is surrounded by coastline and has hundreds of lighthouses. There is also a small and quiet beach where you can play in the sand or wave to Canada.

Knowlton’s Ice Museum of North America — One of the things I love the most about full-time travel is discovering unique history. That’s what you’ll find at this museum. I mean, in today’s modern times, who thinks about an ice harvest? Here you’ll learn how the Great Lakes played a major role in supplying ice to the world. And if you’re with kids, have no fear. There’s a really awesome video and hands-on activities to make this a really family friendly place.

And don’t miss out on exploring the area by foot or bike on these paths.

Blue Water River Walk — This is a nearly one mile stretch of land along the St. Clair River and crosses underneath the Blue Water Bridge. Along with the river view, this walk really is so much fun! There’s public art displayed, a ferry dock, and a fishing pier. The city has really done a great job of putting together a beautiful walkway for all to enjoy.

Bridge to Bay Trail — Now if you really like to run or bike, this trail is for you! This is a 54 mile paved trail that allows you to really explore and enjoy not just Port Huron, but the entire St. Clair region. My brother lives in this area. And I have been running this trail for over a decade and it never gets old. What I love most about this trail is it connects park after park in the various towns of the region.

Author Bio: Author of Tales From the Black Tank, Liz Wilcox is an Army wife turned RV entrepreneur. When she’s not out exploring the US with her family, you can find her telling jokes and swapping campfire stories. At the end of 2017, she gave up personal space in return for personal freedom, hitting the road in a 2007 Jayco Greyhawk. As a full-time RVer, she has a passion for creating community among campers of all kinds through humor and storytelling. You can learn more and become part of her community at The Virtual Campground.

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Port Huron KOA is a water wonderland! Located on St. Clair River and Lake Huron, you are sure to enjoy all it has to offer. Deluxe Sites, Cabins, swimming pools, and much more!

8:00 am by Guest Post

Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica

This is a guest blog post by our oldest son who recently stayed at the Sandals Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica for his honeymoon and provided this recommendation.

If you are a looking for a romantic vacation for a honeymoon, anniversary, or other special event with the one you love, consider a stay at an all-inclusive Sandals resort. We recently spent an unforgettable week at the Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica and had such a great time, we've already booked a stay at another Sandals resort next year!

If you are looking for a romantic vacation for a honeymoon, anniversary, or other special event with the one you love, consider a stay at an all-inclusive Sandals resort. We recently spent an unforgettable week at the Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and had such a great time, we’ve already booked a stay at another Sandals resort next year!

Table of Contents

Luxuries Galore: The All-Inclusive Offerings at Sandals Ocho Rios
Rest in Unparalleled Comfort: Rooms at Sandals Ochi
A Friendly Reminder: Exceptions to the Inclusivity

Luxuries Galore: The All-Inclusive Offerings at Sandals Ocho Rios

Sometimes you’ll book a stay at what you think is an all-inclusive resort, but once you get there you find out that most of the amenities have additional costs. Not at Sandals Resorts. Everything we needed for a terrific honeymoon vacation was included! This means transportation to and from the airport, all meals, snacks, alcohol, gratuities, and entertainment. They take care of every imaginable aspect, allowing you to relax and indulge in a wide array of endless amenities:

Delectable dining at 16 outstanding restaurants, offering diverse cuisines. Get a taste of sumptuous Italian, Caribbean, or British Pub cooking, to name a few.
Quench your thirst with refreshing beverages at 11 lively bars available throughout the property, including a rooftop bar offering stunning vistas and a swim-up bar in the pool for those who never want to leave the water.
Luxuriate in accommodations boasting 24-hour room service and soothing amenities like beachfront views, private pools, and well-appointed bathrooms.
Partake in exciting water sports like snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and windsurfing. Also, you can explore various land sports, including beach volleyball, basketball, and lawn chess.
Rejuvenate your senses at the state-of-the-art Red Lane® Spa to unwind and enjoy a true Jamaican vacation that caters to your well-being.

Food & Drinks

There was never a reason to leave this seaside retreat to satisfy our hunger for delicious cuisine as it had seven waterside restaurants to choose from (again at no extra cost, not even gratuity). Complimentary room service is also included. The best part is food available at all times of the day, and you will never have to pay extra!

The resort at Ocho Rios had a beachfront pool with a bar you can swim up to and premium spirits are free. Bars open at 10 am and close at 3 am, meaning you have drinks available almost all day long while on vacation! our room even came with a fully stocked mini-bar to take advantage of at our leisure!

Water Sports

There are also plenty of free activities at the resort that are included in your stay. They have a full range of complimentary non-motorized water sports such as kayak, stand-up paddle board, snorkel equipment, and more! Whether your idea of a day at the beach includes lounging by the sea or playing in the surf, you will not need to carry around your wallet.

The resort had beach volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball, a fitness center and more. Sandals also has some of the best golf courses on the island with unlimited rounds and complimentary green fees.

Other Entertainment

If that is not enough, there was additional entertainment every day and night. In the afternoons, there were poolside games. Each night you can expect several different types of entertainment like karaoke, a piano bar, and dance parties. Our favorite was The Rabbit Hole, a speakeasy bar where you actually had to know the password to get in! Want to get a little exercise in? The resort had beach volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball, a fitness center, and more. Sandals also has some of the best golf courses on the island with unlimited rounds and complimentary green fees.

Rest in Unparalleled Comfort: Rooms at Sandals Ochi

Obviously, rooms are included at the resort, but what you might not know is that there are 3 different room levels so you can select the one that will fit your desires and budget. Choose from a variety of options like the Honeymoon Hideaway Luxury Club Level, offering decadent garden views, or the Butler Village Poolside One Bedroom Villa Suite, featuring a semi-private pool and patio. With the resort’s exclusivity, you can escape the bustle of the common tourist life and unwind amidst unparalleled tranquility.

Regardless of your choice, you’ll bask in luxurious amenities, including a well-stocked mini-bar replenished daily, king-size beds adorned with elegant linens, and the dedicated service of a highly-trained staff. The rooms at Sandals Ochi redefine the concept of a perfect, intimate haven.

Private pool at The Sandals Ochos Rio Resort

At Sandals there are 3 different room levels so you can choose the one that will fit your desires and budget. You decide how fancy you want this romantic vacation to be with either the club, luxury, or butler level rooms.

A Friendly Reminder: Exceptions to the Inclusivity

While the all-inclusive package provides a significant number of perks, there are a few things you should be aware that it doesn’t cover:

Spa services and treatments are available for an additional cost.
Off-property excursions and activities.
Premium wines, champagnes, or certain top-shelf liquors.

The only thing we paid for was a few excursions around the island.

The only thing not included in our Sandals resort vacation was the excursions.

Some add-ons that we considered, but didn’t choose included couples massages at the spa and a private candlelit dinner on the beach. Our days and nights were already so full with the other activities, that we didn’t find it necessary to enhance our stay.

For tips on saving money on luxury travel, click here to read this article on Luxury Travel That Doesn’t Bust The Budget.