Past Lane Travels: Explore America’s Past Through Travel
Discover Hidden Gems, Gettysburg Insider Tips And America 250 Destinations
Last Updated: April 2026
Past Lane Travels
A U.S. history and travel blog
Because the best place to travel is back in time!
What You’ll Find On Past Lane Travels
Past Lane Travels focuses on U.S. history-based travel experiences, with an emphasis on destinations connected to America’s founding and early development. It’s designed for travelers who want to explore American’s past through meaningful destinations that bring history to life.
- U.S. historical travel guides (Revolutionary War, Civil War, colonial sites)
- Hidden gems and small towns across the East Coast
- America 250 travel planning resources
- Gettysburg insider tips and local recommendations
- Historic hotel reviews and itineraries
Past Lane Travels: Where History and Travel Meet
Jessica James is an award-winning author and travel writer specializing in American history destinations, including Revolutionary War and Civil War sites.
She is the founder of Past Lane Travels, a leading U.S. history travel blog focused on hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path destinations. Her work focuses on helping travelers explore real locations connected to American history through practical, research-backed travel posts.
She’s based in Gettysburg, Pa.
Recent Posts
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in 2026: #America250
America celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2026, and will continue marking major historical milestones for the next eight years.
From quiet towns to forgotten landmarks, the East Coast is filled with Revolutionary-era sites most travelers never see. Explore destinations like Valley Forge, Saratoga, Yorktown, and lesser-known historic towns that played key roles in the nation’s founding.
I uncover those hidden gems in my newsletter and on my America 250 page. Or dive in with The Patriot’s Journey—a hand-picked list of 250 places to visit for America’s 250th anniversary.
My Top Travel Destinations
GETTYSBURG, PA:
Civil War battlefield and historic town
U.S. HISTORICAL SITES:
Revolutionary War and colonial landmarks
HISTORIC HOTELS And B&B’s:
Unique accommodations with historical significance
