July/August 2025 Issue - Arlington Magazine

Surrounded by nature, Firefly Ridge Luxury Retreat offers fully furnished luxury tents and other creature comforts.

Pet-friendly Cove Creek Lodge offers kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding and waterfront relaxation with modern rustic furnishings.

Stock up on breezy dresses, pretty earrings and woven accessories for your next vacation. And support local businesses while you're at it.

Becoming a father and getting fired from my job sent me on a quest to find my birth mother. I found her, and so much more.

Beautiful landscaping and a modern pool house make this Franklin Park hideaway feel like an upscale resort.

This easygoing coastal area along the Rappahannock River and Chesapeake Bay is a great place to wander, paddle, sail and chill.

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Need intel on Virginia's best fishing spots and how to snag a prize trout? Ask the shop rats at District Angling in Cherrydale.

Looking for a mental health provider in the DMV? If so, you're not alone. Here's a framework for finding the right one for you.

Craving an active beach vacation with a side of luxury? Pamlico Station Edgecamp on Hatteras Island does it by design.

There are many ways to be extraordinary. These Northern Virginia students paint a multifaceted portrait of resilience and brilliance.

The patriotic event featuring historic reenactments and a beauty contest drew hundreds of spectators to Ballston.

Zena Polin, owner of Arlington's Beauty Champagne and Sugar Boutique, shares her favorite seasonal sippers.

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Music is a love language for Ken Avis and Lynn Veronneau. Their newest album is a tribute to folk legends Joni Mitchell and Carole King.

The concept by restaurateur Wan Bok Lee brings premium cuts of beef and banchan to a clubby hideout in Founders Row.

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