Just east of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lynchburg is about two hours from Richmond and a little over an hour from Roanoke or Charlottesville. The independent city sits on the banks of the James River, offering outdoor recreation, scenic views, and all sorts of things to do, from historic sites to…
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Located on Virginia's southeastern border where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Virginia Beach is Virginia’s largest coastal city, combining delicious food, outdoor adventures, and plenty of award-winning craft beer, wine, and spirits within its borders. Spend a long weekend exploring…
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Steeped in both Colonial and Civil War history, Fredericksburg is located roughly halfway between Richmond and Washington, D.C., providing the perfect weekend getaway for those in either capital city. While rich history is definitely available in droves, the city has a plethora of entertainment…
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Virginia’s River Realm is comprised of the Middle Peninsula and Northern Neck regions along the Chesapeake Bay. Known for world-class oysters, pristine coastal views, and waterfront activities, the River Realm is the perfect spot to forget about all the worries of the workplace. —TRIP PLANNING…
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Also called Southside Virginia, Southern Virginia includes charming small towns like Clarksville, South Boston, and Danville. The region is largely rural and lies along the Virginia-North Carolina border, with thousands of acres of bucolic, rolling landscapes. Visit Southern Virginia to get away…
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Looking for a memorable Virginia getaway? Travel to one of the most underrated parts of the state, exploring Bristol, Abingdon, and the epically scenic region of Southwest Virginia. Make it a long weekend trip, taking off a Friday and following this itinerary for an awesome three-day adventure in…
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Virginia’s gorgeous Eastern Shore is known for its oysters, outdoor activities, and pristine landscapes. Bordered by the Chesapeake Bay on the western side and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the 70-mile peninsula is ideal for those travelers that embrace coastal living without the crowds. TRIP…
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Need a last-minute idea for a weekend getaway in the Central Virginia area? Head to Farmville and Appomattox, located about an hour and 1.5 hours from Richmond, respectively. Follow this detailed itinerary that our Virginia is for Lovers team traveled for an easy and fun three-day getaway to this…
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**While we encourage visitors to taste the wines, craft beers, ciders, and spirits found all over the Commonwealth, you should always use a designated driver when drinking. Please use good judgement traveling between the wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries mentioned in this article. For…
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Looking for an affordable yet exciting way to spend a long weekend in Virginia? We suggest exploring Richmond, Virginia’s vibrant capital city. Known for an abundance of internationally-recognized craft beer, several notable American history sites, an award-winning culinary scene, and, of…
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