With Earth Day on April 22 and Arbor Day April 29, April is viewed as the official “Earth month” in Virginia, but you can support green practices in Virginia’s tourism industry all year long by learning more about the Virginia Green Travel program. Virginia Green helps tourism businesses make…
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While Virginia’s craft beer, wine, and spirits scenes have been booming for years, hard cider has slowly started gaining traction in the Commonwealth. With orchards covering thousands of acres from the Shenandoah Valley to the rural plains of Central Virginia, cideries in the Commonwealth have been…
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There’s no better date night than the classic dinner and a movie. The movie is the easy part, but where should you take your sweetie out to eat? Someplace that’s intimate, cozy, and candlelit is always a good choice. We’re here to help take the guesswork out of date night dinners with this list of…
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Many beach towns tend to quiet down outside of the summer months, but not Virginia Beach. The coastal city keeps busy all year long, where residents and visitors alike enjoy the waterfront, festivals and of course, the food. Whether you’re craving seafood by the water, a lively brunch atmosphere, or…
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Roanoke - also known as the Star City for the illuminated star that sits atop Mill Mountain - shines in more ways than one. The small city in the Blue Ridge Mountains is surrounded with beautiful vistas and green space, and delicious dining options are aplenty. Old standbys like Texas Tavern, in…
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A visit to Charlottesville can suit just about anyone’s taste, with Blue Ridge Mountain views, historic homes, hiking, and vineyard-hopping all easily accessible. The culinary scene can also please any palate, with options ranging from a popular Neapolitan pizzeria in the charming Belmont section of…
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There’s nothing quite like a scenic road trip through Virginia - getting away from the hustle and bustle of Washington D.C., discovering hidden gems all along the way. For those of you looking to escape to the beach for the Neptune Craft Beer Festival in Virginia Beach, we’ve done the heavy lifting…
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Looking for great food at even greater heights? Combine Virginia's flair for award-winning culinary masterpieces and creative craft cocktails with breathtaking scenery when you check out one of these stunning rooftop restaurants and bars! Bee & Butter at The Highlander Hotel—Radford The Highlander…
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The holidays bring some tasty flavors to Virginia, so it comes as no surprise that many Virginia craft breweries, wineries, and distilleries are getting into the spirit of the season. Whether it’s with festive flavors, cozy tasting rooms, or over-the-top decorations, these drink destinations have…
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Virginia’s wineries and breweries are quickly becoming a great place for a family outing. Parents can kick back and enjoy local craft beer, wine and spirits while the kids can run around, play games, visit farm animals, pick fruit and more. Pack a picnic and bring the kiddos – and fur babies - out…
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