Bordering the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean, Virginia has direct access to some of the most delicious seafood on the East Coast. For decades, Bay residents and volunteers have spent their time, money, and energy cleaning and preserving the waterway, and these efforts paid off by creating one of…
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Every day, people in the US drink over 400 million cups of coffee, making us the leading consumer of the beverage in the entire world. You may simply brew a cup at home or grab it from a nearby drive-thru, but what better way to start exploring Virginia than to cozy up in a local shop? Whether you…
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There is no better time to experience Virginia’s unique culinary scene than during a Restaurant Week — foodie extravaganzas 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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Explore a sampling of the tasty offerings across Virginia when you visit these 15 foodie towns across the Commonwealth. Our deliciously researched recommendations will help your trip one you — and your tastebuds — will always remember. JUMP TO: Abingdon | Alexandria | Arlington | Charlottesville |…
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The holidays are in full swing in Virginia, but if you’re still struggling to find that perfect gift for a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor, consider gifting a few bottles of Virginia wine. You’ll not only be choosing an excellent gift, but also supporting Virginia’s amazing wineries…
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The 2025 Virginia Governor’s Cup Case recognizes the best of the best wines in Virginia, choosing only a dozen wines to represent the 300+ wineries found throughout the Commonwealth. Now in its 43rd year, this annual wine competition has become known as one of the most stringent in the country…
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Virginia’s story is critical to the very fabric of American history, not only as the home of the first permanent English settlement, but also home to the longest continuous experience of Black history and culture in our nation. When the first enslaved Africans were brought to the shores of Hampton…
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The arrival of fall marks apple time in Virginia - and one of the best ways to enjoy Virginia’s apple harvest is by making a stop at one or more of the numerous cideries throughout the state. There is truly a Virginia cider for every palate and preference. Cideries in Virginia can be found in…
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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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The latest addition to Virginia’s craft beverage industry, the Fermentation Farm Trail winds through the pastoral landscape of Louisa County, connecting three wineries, two breweries, and a cidery in a farm-to-glass route. The trail borders Interstate 64 between Richmond and Charlottesville on the…
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