~ The agency has been named one of ten of AFAR’s 2022 Travel Vanguard~ RICHMOND - AFAR Media, America's most critically acclaimed travel media company, has announced that Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) has been selected as one of 10 global visionaries for the 2022 Travel Vanguard awards. The state’s tourism agency was selected for a Travel Vanguard award for its … [Read more...] about AFAR honors Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Work to Change the Travel Industry for the Better
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Travelers Spent $69 Million a Day in Virginia in 2021
~ Virginia’s tourism revenues reached $25.2 billion, marking an 87% recovery to pre-pandemic spending ~ RICHMOND – Today, Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced that travelers to Virginia spent $69 million a day in 2021, up from $48 million in 2020. Virginia’s tourism revenues also reached $25.2 billion in 2021, marking an 87% recovery to pre-pandemic spending in 2019. … [Read more...] about Travelers Spent $69 Million a Day in Virginia in 2021
Plan Your Fall Getaway in Virginia
Fall in Virginia is one of the most beautiful times of year, and traveling throughout the Commonwealth during this season can reveal an abundance of color. Virginia’s expansive woodlands, famously blue-tinged mountains, and rambling scenic byways are the place to be when fall leaves are at their fiery peak. … [Read more...] about Plan Your Fall Getaway in Virginia
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Virginia
RICHMOND – Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 through October 15 each year celebrating the history and contributions of individuals who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean. It also coincides with the celebration of the declarations of independence in countries like Costa … [Read more...] about Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Virginia
Virginia Celebrates September as Music Heritage Month
RICHMOND - Virginia’s contribution to music history and innovation around the world is celebrated by declaring September as Virginia Music Heritage Month. Virginia’s music culture is diverse and includes genres such as Blues, folk, brass, hip-hop, mountain music, country, gospel, and rock. Many notable musicians were born in and/or began their careers in Virginia, including … [Read more...] about Virginia Celebrates September as Music Heritage Month