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
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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
What’s Hot This Summer in Virginia
With summer officially underway, it's the perfect time to discover what's new and newsworthy in Virginia. Celebrate 50 Years of Love when you visit participating cities and counties all across the state. You'll find everything from special lovers lagers at breweries and lovers blends at wineries, 1969 inspired meals and prices at restaurants, special 50 Years of Love events, … [Read more...] about What’s Hot This Summer in Virginia
Virginia Tourism Corporation Celebrates 50 Years of Love
~ Destinations around Virginia will host festivities throughout the summer to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Virginia is for Lovers ~ https://youtu.be/x_mojJVSZy8 RICHMOND (June 13, 2019) -- Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced today the kickoff to its "50 Years of Love" celebration to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the popular Virginia is for … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Celebrates 50 Years of Love
Tourism Revenues Reached $26 Billion in Virginia in 2018
~ As “Virginia is for Lovers” celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2019, tourism revenues have increased by $17.3 billion since 1969 ~ RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that Virginia’s tourism industry generated $26 billion in visitor spending across all communities in 2018, a 4.4 percent increase over 2017. In 2018, tourism in Virginia supported 234,000 jobs for … [Read more...] about Tourism Revenues Reached $26 Billion in Virginia in 2018
