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RICHMOND – Governor McAuliffe today announced that Virginia’s tourism revenue has grown by $2.2 billion since his taking office in 2014 with a compound annual growth rate of 3.3 percent. Today, visitor spending in Virginia supports 230,000 jobs; 16,000 of those have been added during his tenure, representing a 7.6 percent increase. Today’s tourism industry also provides $1.7 … [Read more...] about Tourism Industry Sees $2.2 Billion Growth Since 2014

RICHMOND – Governor Terry McAuliffe declared that September is Virginia Spirits Month. This year marks the second annual celebration with new and exciting promotions intended to educate consumers and travelers about Virginia distilled spirits. “Virginia is the Birthplace of American Spirits and with total sales of spirits topping more than $6 million last year in the … [Read more...] about September is Spirits Month in Virginia

Events in Charlottesville over the weekend of August 11 have thrust our tourism partner and the Commonwealth of Virginia into the national spotlight. The news cycle continues and so we must take this opportunity to remind the world what Virginia stands for. Virginia is for Lovers and we #StandforLOVE. This is a statement about who we are. Simple ideas are the most … [Read more...] about Virginia is for Lovers, Virginia is for Everyone

RICHMOND – Governor Terry McAuliffe today announced that the critically acclaimed drama HOMELAND will move to Virginia for production of the show’s seventh season. The series, produced by SHOWTIME® for Fox 21 Television Studios, will begin filming in Central Virginia this fall.  HOMELAND’s seventh season will premiere on SHOWTIME® in 2018. “We are delighted to welcome this … [Read more...] about EMMY® Winning Drama ‘Homeland’ to Film in Virginia

 ~ New fan-focused infield attraction will provide guests with unparalleled access and hospitality experiences ~   RICHMOND – Governor Terry McAuliffe today announced the award of a $150,000 grant from the Virginia Tourism Growth Fund (VTGF) to assist with the development of the Virginia is for Racing Lovers interactive welcome area as part of the new infield redevelopment … [Read more...] about $150,000 Virginia Tourism Growth Fund Investment Announced for Richmond Raceway Infield Redevelopment