MONTEREY - Virginia Tourism Corporation announced today that the 50th LOVE artwork has been unveiled in Highland County. The artwork, inspired by the popular barn quilt patterns found throughout the county, is now on display at Rt. 220 South, near the Community Pool. The artwork, commissioned by Virginia Tourism Corporation, is an extension of the 47-year old "Virginia is … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation announces 50th LOVEwork in Highland County
Archives for June 2016
Virginia Tourism Corporation Launches Virginia is for Outdoor Lovers Campaign
RICHMOND - To kick off June Great Outdoors Month in Virginia, the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced the Virginia is for Outdoor Lovers campaign, an ongoing marketing effort to increase consumer awareness about Virginia's diverse outdoor destinations and activities. Travelers can find outdoor travel inspiration with the following resources: • 25 Trip Ideas for June … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Launches Virginia is for Outdoor Lovers Campaign
Tourism Revenues Reached $23 billion in 2015
RICHMOND -- Governor Terry McAuliffe announced today that Virginia's tourism revenues reached $23 billion in 2015, a 2.3 percent increase over 2014, and supported 222,600 jobs, an increase of 2.6% or 5,700 jobs compared to 2014. The tourism industry also provided $1.6 billion in state and local revenue, an increase of 5.6 percent. Virginia welcomed over 41 million visitors from … [Read more...] about Tourism Revenues Reached $23 billion in 2015