Be the first to experience some of Virginia’s brand-new offerings in 2024, from upscale boutique hotels to restaurants helmed by noteworthy Chefs. Note: Openings, events, and other information in this article may be changed; Please check with the individual location or business for more details. BIG…
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Right off the bat, two things were clear about outdoor photographer Cliford Mervil: He loves his dog, and he’s one of the most adventurous people I’ve ever met. Both are associated with his profession, as his dog is what drove him to start exploring Virginia’s outdoor spaces and developing an eye…
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You may know about the famous Jefferson Pools in Hot Springs, Virginia, where Thomas Jefferson and other notable figures would bathe to heal physical ailments and relax in the warmed waters. However, after recent renovations, the Omni Homestead Resort embraced the origins of the famed springs with…
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The Gilded Age was a period of excess and wealth for a select few families in America, and a prime example of that luxurious living was James & Sallie May Dooley, original owners of Richmond’s Maymont estate and their Afton summer home, the magnificent Swannanoa. Maymont, a 100-acre estate along…
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As summer draws to a close, we’re ready for all the traditional fall Virginia experiences–apple picking at a local orchard, riding on hay bales at a pumpkin patch, soaking in the subtle rays of fall sunlight at a Virginia vineyard, hiking under canopies of autumn-hued trees, and attending a fall…
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As summer comes to a close, one final getaway may be just what you need to say goodbye to the season. And what better way to wrap up your summertime travels than a trip to a beautiful beach in Virginia? Photo Credit: Sam Dean, @sdeanphotos Plan your getaway to Virginia Beach for September, when…
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There are a select few places in Virginia that, when mentioned in conversation with another Virginian, will result in the telling of a personal story or anecdotal experience. Most of these are historical sites or landmarks, but, occasionally, a community gem will stand out for another reason. One…
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May 19-25, 2024 marks the 41st anniversary of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), an annual tradition celebrating the U.S. travel community and travel’s essential role in stimulating economic growth, cultivating vibrant communities, and creating quality job opportunities. To celebrate…
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There is no better time to experience Virginia’s unique culinary scene than during Restaurant Week, a foodie extravaganza when some of the best restaurants around the Commonwealth offer incredible multi-course meals for a fraction of the price. Use our restaurant week guide to mark your calendars…
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January is a great time to visit Virginia’s winter resorts, as the conditions are suitable for making fluffy snow that allows for ideal ski, snowboard, and tubing conditions. And with the temperatures often at their lowest of the year, January is also your best chance for catching some parts of the…
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