The melodies have enchanted Richmond for decades. Soulful tunes that fill the bars, parks, and museums have become an iconic part of the city’s personality. While all music genres thrive in Virginia’s capital city, there’s a particularly vibrant jazz scene. From historic Shockoe Bottom to bustling…
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Virginia is the birthplace of American wine, so it should be no surprise that the wines produced in the Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA) rival established Old World vintages. In 2023, Wine Enthusiast named it the Wine Region of the Year, beating out international destinations in France…
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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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Virginia is the sixth-largest producer of apples in the nation, growing a large selection of apples for both processing and fresh consumption. That means there's no shortage of orchards to visit to live out your fall vision board, whether you're in it for the harvesting or just the cider and donuts…
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If you are looking for a charming small city with lots to do, friendly faces, historic buildings, and stunning mountain views, Lynchburg is for you. With over 40 miles of urban trails and riverfront downtown as well as a plethora of restaurants, shops and galleries, you are bound to find something…
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Located in Virginia’s heartland, the town of Farmville is an up-and-coming rural destination with an eclectic flair of its own. Farmville is well situated for exploring several nearby Virginia state parks — High Bridge State Park runs right through the town, and another seven state parks can be…
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As summer weather reaches its peak in August, traveling west in Virginia towards higher elevations can lower temperatures by ten degrees or more. And with kids still out on summer break, you may want a destination that offers fun yet educational opportunities to keep them learning year-round. Or…
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In Virginia, wine lovers can explore celebrated wine trails, visiting award-winning vineyards, take in the stunning and varied landscapes of the Commonwealth, and of course enjoy delicious wines. Virginia is known for its understated and subtle beauty that reflects the best of its historic…
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Charlottesville is more than just a college town or the home of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello. Recognizing the need for more open dialogues about race, history, diversity, and inclusivity, the Charlottesville Albemarle Convention & Visitors Bureau created Black Cville, a community-led initiative…
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Richmond is undoubtedly “rich” with arts, culture, history, and exciting attractions that bring people from around the state as well as the country. Explore the best of RVA with your kids by visiting these ten amazing family-friendly spots. Maymont Farm Part of the beautiful Maymont Estate…
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