DANVILLE, Va. – July 31, 2019 – VIRginia International Raceway is announcing Virginia Tourism Corporation as the sponsor for the newly titled Michelin Pilot Challenge Series race, Virginia is for Racing Lovers Grand Prix, taking place Saturday, Aug. 24 during the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship race weekend. The family-friendly racing action starts Friday, Aug. 23 with … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Becomes Title Sponsor of VIRginia International Raceway’s Virginia is for Racing Lovers Grand Prix
Archives for July 2019
United Airlines and the Virginia Tourism Corporation Announce First-Of-Its-Kind Luxury Partnership for United Customers
Today, United Airlines and the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced a first-of-its-kind partnership, offering luxury packages for United customers. The partnership features exclusive offers for United customers at Virginia's premier luxury hotels, resorts, and spas, all within a few hours' drive of Washington Dulles International Airport. Participating properties … [Read more...] about United Airlines and the Virginia Tourism Corporation Announce First-Of-Its-Kind Luxury Partnership for United Customers
Governor Northam Announces New Office of Outdoor Recreation
Office will highlight and coordinate activities promoting the nearly $22 billion outdoor recreation industry in Virginia July 18, 2019, ROANOKE—During an event held at Carvins Cove Natural Reserve, Governor Northam today announced the creation of an Office of Outdoor Recreation to lead efforts to promote the outdoor recreation industry in Virginia and recruit new outdoor … [Read more...] about Governor Northam Announces New Office of Outdoor Recreation
Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces “Virginia is for Space Lovers” to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Apollo Moon Landing
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) is participating in the Apollo 50th Moon Landing commemoration with a Virginia is for Space Lovers initiative encouraging visitors from all over the world to visit the commonwealth’s space-related exhibits, programs and events. At virginia.org/space, travelers can explore Virginia’s dark sky sites, science museums, and eco-tourism … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces “Virginia is for Space Lovers” to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Apollo Moon Landing
New Tourism Development Financing Project in Manassas Announced
MANASSAS—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Holladay Properties will invest $13.95 million in the City of Manassas to establish a Tru by Hilton hotel, creating 35 new jobs and spurring approximately $2.8 million in annual direct economic impact from traveler spending. “The Tru Hotel is a welcome addition to our Commonwealth’s ever-growing tourism economy,” said … [Read more...] about New Tourism Development Financing Project in Manassas Announced