As home to the first permanent English settlement in the Americas, Virginia has plenty of towns that are deeply connected to the colonial era. Explore the time period between 1607 and 1779 by visiting a few of these eight historic Virginia towns. In Virginia, history isn’t one event, one site, or…
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Wanderlust is defined as a strong desire to travel, but here in Virginia, we call that feeling WanderLove. Planning an epic road trip is a great way to explore Virginia’s endless beauty, from its pristine beaches to the scenic curves of its storied mountains. When road tripping through Virginia…
Read MoreExpedia.com and Virginia Tourism suggest the best ways to experience the state’s small-town vibes. Forget big, fast, noisy cities—It’s time to turn down the volume, slow your pace, and step into some small-town Virginia charm. Make no mistake, this southern state is teeming with magnetic towns…
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Do you consider yourself a genuine “foodie”? Are you the type of person who makes reservations months in advance to dine at a critically acclaimed restaurant on opening night? If so, we’ve got just the thing for you. Check out these seven experiences designed for the ultimate foodies that go beyond…
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Paddling in Virginia has never been better or easier, with the rise of paddling trails, more put-ins and takeouts, and the opening of previously unpaddled waters. In Virginia, you can canoe or kayak the coastal environs of the Eastern Shore, Chesapeake Bay, and Virginia Beach, or you can go inland…
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Virginia is full of well-known summer destinations — think stunning State Parks, Virginia Beach, or historic destinations like Colonial Williamsburg. While these are all awesome spots for a summer vacay, they tend to get booked up early and are, of course, a little more crowded. For anyone looking…
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The Crooked Road is a driving trail through Southwest Virginia that takes you through one of the most scenic and culturally unique regions of the United States. Along more than 300 miles you'll find over 60 cultural music venues across 19 counties, four independent cities, and more than 50 towns…
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When it comes to flatwater paddling possibilities, Virginia is hard to beat. Not only does it have numerous bays, coves, and inlets of the Atlantic tidal regions to explore in your kayak or canoe, Virginia also has alluring and scenic reservoirs dotting the countryside. Whether you bring your own…
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If you want to skip the extensive cooking and cleaning involved with gathering the whole family at home this holiday season, opt for a relaxing getaway to a beautifully decorated Virginia resort or boutique hotel. Book a stay at one of these stunning properties filled with over-the-top festive…
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Did you know that more Civil War battles took place in Virginia than any other state? Many of these battlefields have been preserved for future generations to learn from our past while remembering the fallen perished in that time of strife. Preserved battlefields in the Old Dominion not only…
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