Portraits Of Passion
Virginia is for Lovers represents a love of life and a passion for travel. Nobody tells that story better than the Virginians featured in Portraits of Passion.
As part of Live Passionately – Virginia is for Lovers, Portraits of Passion highlight true stories from Virginians whose overwhelming passion for wine, music, heritage, outdoor adventure and other fulfilling experiences that make Virginia an enriching travel destination.
Explore the news features and videos below to connect with Virginians who live passionately every day and make a visit to Virginia more meaningful for travelers.
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Oyster Shucking Speed Demon Deborah Pratt Wows Foodies
OCTOBER - Deborah Pratt from Jamaica, Virginia has earned her living and hometown hero status by shucking oysters at superhuman speed. Foodies flock to the annual Urbanna Oyster Festival (November 7-8, 2008) to watch Deborah do her thing. Her superior skill with the bivalves has brought her around the globe as the four-time, oyster shucking champion of the world.
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Watch Deborah Pratt as she tells of her passion for oyster shucking.
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