Virginia has some of the best stargazing on the East Coast, with many wide-open spaces free of light pollution as well as high-tech observatories open to the public. Plan a Virginia stargazing trip near you and channel your inner astronomer. Know Before You Go: Be sure to check the forecast before…
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Talk about a pairing. When you combine visiting a Virginia winery with a hike in Virginia’s bountiful natural glory, the sensory delights extend far beyond the palette! Furthermore, touring a winery can be a scenic experience in its own right – viewing the rows of grape arbors, walking…
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Wanderlust is defined as a strong desire to travel, but here in Virginia, we call that feeling WanderLove. Pack up the car and bring the kids, pups, and anyone else to discover the beauty of Virginia's outdoors. Follow this family-friendly road trip through the Virginia mountains for a relaxing…
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Southwest Virginia is a land of superlatives — highest elevations, most remote wild places, and most biologically diverse rivers. There’s a reason why the people of Southwest Virginia call it the Mountain Empire. From the royal New River Valley west to Virginia’s rooftop at Mount Rogers National…
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Coastal Virginia possesses some of the best scenery along America’s Eastern Seaboard. From the picturesque and historic ocean-fronting villages along the Eastern Shore to the sandy coasts of Virginia Beach to the wildlife-rich tidal waters of Chesapeake Bay to the unsung and untouched reaches of…
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Virginia abounds with preserved natural beauty, pristine parks, and outdoor spaces where you can experience the most breathtaking sights in the state, like inspiring vistas at Shenandoah National Park or along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Virginia’s 42 state parks are replete with highlights aplenty…
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From the regal James River winding through the foothills of the Blue Ridge to the high and mighty Allegheny Mountains forming the Virginia/West Virginia border, the Shenandoah Valley is a place of unspoiled beauty. It is where the spine of the Appalachians is veined by clear highland streams…
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The barrier islands that hug the 70-mile coast of Virginia's Eastern Shore are home to unspoiled stretches of beach, delicate natural habitats, and remnants of the past left by those who once called this frontier home. You'll feel like the last person left on earth as you stand on the edge of the…
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As the colors of fall roll eastward across Virginia, ride the wave all the way to the shore for beauty and signature Coastal Virginia flavors. It is oyster season, after all! COLONIAL PARKWAY Connecting the major sites of the Historic Triangle is Colonial Parkway, a 23-mile byway lined with…
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Virginia has become a magnet for road cyclers. Why you ask? Consider first that Virginia offers two of the finest road cycling venues in the country – Shenandoah National Park’s 105 mile Skyline Drive and the 216 miles of the incomparable Blue Ridge Parkway. Then add two-lane road rambling through…
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