With the international crisis regarding COVID-19, also referred to as Coronavirus, visitors may be cancelling or rescheduling upcoming travel plans and staying home. While people are self-isolating and social distancing, many museums, historic sites and other tourism destinations are offering virtual options for visitors to explore and learn. Mount Vernon will … [Read more...] about Incredible Virtual Tours to Explore Virginia From Home
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Information on COVID-19 in Virginia
Virginia Tourism Corporation is encouraging residents and travelers to be prepared to take precautions related to the virus. … [Read more...] about Information on COVID-19 in Virginia
Brunswick County Launches Brunswick Stew Tour
BRUNSWICK COUNTY - Today, the Brunswick County Board of Supervisors launched the Brunswick Stew Tour, a new tourism initiative which highlights Virginia's world-famous Brunswick Stew and showcases local businesses in Brunswick County. The Brunswick Stew Tour is an all-inclusive self-guided tour that highlights the area's delicious stew from various perspectives, with … [Read more...] about Brunswick County Launches Brunswick Stew Tour
Virginia Tourism Encourages Travelers to Participate in National Plan for Vacation Day
(RICHMOND) - Today, Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) reminds travelers to begin planning their vacations on National Plan for Vacation Day, January 28, 2020. National Plan for Vacation Day, developed by the U.S. Travel Association, is a day to encourage Americans to plan their time off. Last year, more than 768 million vacation days went unused. Research shows that … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Encourages Travelers to Participate in National Plan for Vacation Day
New Openings, Exhibits and Expansions at Virginia’s Historic Sites and Museums
RICHMOND - Today, Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) released a curated list of Virginia's new museum openings, expansions and exhibits for 2020. Many of Virginia's museums and historic sites are also featuring special exhibitions to highlight untold African American stories, as well as those from the Suffrage movement as 2020 marks the Women's Suffrage Centennial. Visit … [Read more...] about New Openings, Exhibits and Expansions at Virginia’s Historic Sites and Museums