O’Bank’s Cafe and Grill – Ashland, Virginia (I-95, exit 86) CharlieW writes: “We found O’Bank’s Cafe and Grill one day after wandering off I-95 looking for something casual, but not fast food. The restaurant is just a few hundred yards off I-95. Great Irish/American food and friendly service in a family atmosphere. O’Banks serves an […]
Tanger Factory Outlet Centers recently announced plans to develop Tanger Outlets Savannah in partnership with Georgia development firm Ben Carter Enterprises. Tanger Outlets Savannah will be a first-class destination for shoppers seeking their favorite designer and name brands, offering merchandise that is on trend and in season direct from the manufacturer at value prices. Phase […]
Baltimore-based Paragon Outlet Partners is planning a new 500,000-square-foot, 100+ store outlet mall in White Marsh near the corner of Interstate 95 and Route 43. Paragon Outlet partners has scheduled to begin construction soon, with an expected opening of 2015. The outlet mall would be constructed in two phases, with the first 300,000 square feet […]
Highway Diner – Rocky Mount, North Carolina (I-95, exit 138) TheI95Guy writes: “Take I-95 exit 138 to US 64 east to Winstead Avenue then left a few hundred feet to at little retro roadside diner with art deco chrome and neon architecture on your left. Rocky Mount has always been a great place to stop, […]
While throngs of families flock to mega-amusement parks this season, spending $500+ for a family to catch a glimpse of the beloved mouse with red overalls, North Carolina’s Southern Outer Banks invites park-hoppers to let their real imaginations run free by experiencing countless seaside attractions under $10 at the Crystal Coast (www.crystalcoastnc.org) Families can explore […]
I-95 Gourmet – Dixie Crossroads Seafood Restaurant – Titusville, Florida (I-95, exit 220) David writes: “If you love Rock Shrimp you should never pass up the Dixie Crossroads Seafood Restaurant. It’s located in Titusville, Florida about two miles east of I-95, exit 220 on Route 406, on the south (right) side of the highway. Look […]
The Providence Preservation Society (PPS) announces the 35th Annual Festival of Historic Houses, taking place this year on June 13, 14, and 15. The Festival, known for opening some of Providence’s most interesting homes, gardens and converted industrial mill spaces to visitors from across the region, highlights Providence’s post-industrial heritage through its dynamic housing stock. This […]
Love’s Seafood and Steaks – Savannah, Georgia (I-95, exit 94) William writes: “Loves Seafood Restaurant is a must when you come to Savannah. They have delicious all you can eat fried shrimp and also all you can eat bone-in catfish. You definitely wont leave hungry! Their fresh seafood is reasonably priced. Loves is located right […]
Driving slowly in the fast lane is more than just annoying, it’s also illegal in many states. The left hand lane of an Interstate highway is designated as the passing lane. The right lane in this system is called the travel lane. If there are 3 or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction […]
Stacey writes: “I get my pecans two places: fresh off a nearby tree and at Young’s. Young’s Pecan Pie is the best I’ve ever had (and I managed a bakery after college). The store in Florence is fantastic. We always try all the samples but continue to buy our favorite for the rest of our […]
BostonBoy writes: “This is a few miles off the highway – but worth the few minutes’ drive. When we were youngsters, we would NOT tell tourists about this place, lest it be “ruined”. But it’s great, and during tourist season, it’s packed. You can take a seafood platter – or, the local specialty, lobster. You […]
Busch Gardens – Williamsburg, Virginia (I-95, exit 75) Busch Gardens Williamsburg (formerly known as Busch Gardens Europe and Busch Gardens: The Old Country) is a 383-acre park themed around old-world Europe. In addition to its landscaping and European theme, Busch Gardens is widely known for its roller coasters, including Alpengeist and Apollo’s Chariot… http://i95exitguide.com/themeparks/virginia/busch-gardens-europe.php