Ask most people what Virginia is known for, and 9 out 10 will say History . The majority of that history is colonial, revolutionary and civil war. During the past few decades, more Virginians have become interested in mining and sharing stories from their own distinct people, heritage and current…
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Virginia is bursting with farmers markets, farm-to-table and locally grown sourced eateries. Visitors and locals enjoy a wide variety of foodie experiences, including ghost kitchens, food trucks and restaurants. Meet Trey Owens (he/him), owner of two Richmond, VA-based restaurants - Soul Taco and…
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Nestled in Virginia’s Appalachian Mountains, Bristol is widely known for NASCAR, outdoor beauty and adventure, and the Birthplace of Country Music. Bristol is also unique in their downtown State Street which is divided by traditional double-yellow lines and also a brass marker noting the…
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This July 13 – 17, Black Pride RVA is celebrating their 5th Black Pride RVA weekend in Richmond, VA. While known widely for it's early history, greater efforts have been made to dig into Richmond and Virginia's collective past and find more history and heritage reflecting Virginia's Black, Queer…
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This May 19 through 22, the city of Bedford, VA is having their first-ever Pride weekend. Located in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Bedford is known for its rural beauty and main street charm. It’s also home to truly unique experiences like exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway, touring Thomas…
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Like many destinations, urban areas have traditionally been the most popular for Queer leisure and business travel. Virginia is no exception to that rule. Our cities close to large metro areas, such as Alexandria and Arlington near Washington D.C., have been long-standing popular destinations for…
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Sunday, September 15th through Tuesday, October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month across the U.S. September 15 of every year is the initial day for the national celebration as it is the anniversary of independence for five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and…
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[embed]https://www.facebook.com/eqeventsrva/photos/a.738768689573289.1073741829.634683526648473/1561510067299143/?type=3&theater[/embed] Planning to surprise your Honey with a jaw-dropping proposal? Making plans for your big dream wedding, or ready to shady-dip with your Boo to a remote VA…
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Virginia is for Lovers. This includes lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender families, couples and friends on getaway weekends, leisure vacations and business trips. This blog, and the Virginia.org/LGBT website, make it easier for those of us in the LGBT community – and anyone wanting a welcoming…
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