Tourism generated $33.3 billion in visitor spending in Virginia, marking a nearly 10% increase over 2022. Travelers spent $91 million a day in Virginia in 2023 RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin and Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced today that Virginia’s tourism industry generated a record high $33.3 billion in visitor spending in 2023, an increase of nearly … [Read more...] about Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Sets New Tourism Spending Record for Visitors in 2023
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Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces New Season of “My Home Virginia”
RICHMOND – Today, the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) released the third season of its popular video web series My Home Virginia, which premieres on the agency’s website, YouTube channel, and in Virginia Welcome Centers. My Home Virginia Season 3 episodes feature Virginia's pivotal role in the lives of local athletes. This season, meet Keira D’Amato, a world-champion … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces New Season of “My Home Virginia”
25 Local Tourism Programs to Receive Marketing Funds to Drive Visitation for Virginia’s 250th Commemoration
RICHMOND - To commemorate Flag Day and to promote interest in Virginia’s history and tourism, Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC), in partnership with the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250), announced today more than $200,000 in grant funds will be awarded to 25 programs through VTC’s VA250 Marketing Leverage Program. The VA250 Marketing Leverage Program is a … [Read more...] about 25 Local Tourism Programs to Receive Marketing Funds to Drive Visitation for Virginia’s 250th Commemoration
10 Virginia Communities to Launch New Tourism Programs and Boost Outdoor Recreation through VTC DRIVE Outdoor Program
~ Participating Destination Marketing Organizations in selected communities to receive up to $200,000 in implementation grants ~ RICHMOND - Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that 10 Virginia communities will launch new tourism programs to boost their outdoor recreation economies. Each will receive up to $20,000 through the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) DRIVE … [Read more...] about 10 Virginia Communities to Launch New Tourism Programs and Boost Outdoor Recreation through VTC DRIVE Outdoor Program
King Family Vineyards Wins 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup for the 2019 Meritage
Winemaker Matthieu Finot brings further recognition to the Monticello AVA RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin awarded the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup® to King Family Vineyards for the 2019 Meritage - a blend of Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec. This year’s prestigious award was announced during the annual Virginia Governor’s Cup® Gala held at Richmond’s … [Read more...] about King Family Vineyards Wins 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup for the 2019 Meritage
