September 5, 2018 ~ New statewide data shows all Virginia localities saw increased tourism revenue ~ RICHMOND – Virginia Tourism Corporation announced today that Virginia’s tourism revenues had another record-breaking year in 2017 by reaching $25 billion, a 4.4 percent increase over 2016. This spending supported 232,000 jobs, $5.9 billion in salaries and wages, and … [Read more...] about Final Tourism Revenues Reached $25 billion in Virginia in 2017
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Governor Northam Welcomes Primera Air to Dulles International Airport
Photo courtesy of Primera Air DULLES—Today, Governor Ralph Northam welcomed representatives from Primera Air to Dulles International Airport (IAD) in celebration of the carrier’s inaugural flight to Virginia from London Stanstead Airport (STN). The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the launch of the first low-cost, transatlantic service between London and the Capital Region. … [Read more...] about Governor Northam Welcomes Primera Air to Dulles International Airport
Newest LOVEwork Unveiled in Giles County
PEARISBURG— Governor Ralph Northam unveiled the newest LOVEwork on Main Street in Pearisburg. The Governor was joined by Rita McClenny, president and CEO of Virginia Tourism Corporation, members of the Giles County School Board, project leaders, and Giles County students who helped to build the new LOVEwork. There are currently more than 100 LOVE artworks across … [Read more...] about Newest LOVEwork Unveiled in Giles County
Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces Public-Private Marketing Grants to Support 57 Local Tourism Programs
RICHMOND—More than $890,000 in matching grant funds will be awarded to 57 local tourism initiatives as part of the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s (VTC) Marketing Leverage Program (MLP). The MLP grants are designed to help local and regional tourism entities attract more visitors by leveraging limited local marketing dollars through a local match of the state grants funds. This … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces Public-Private Marketing Grants to Support 57 Local Tourism Programs
Virginia Tourism Corporation Brings “Virginia is for Racing Lovers” to Richmond Raceway
The Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) and Richmond Raceway have announced a multi-year partnership to bring the acclaimed “Virginia is for Racing Lovers” messaging to the DC Solar FanGrounds as part of Richmond Raceway Reimagined, the track’s $30 million infield redevelopment project. VTC will have “Virginia is for Racing Lovers” branding in one of the new neighborhoods in … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Brings “Virginia is for Racing Lovers” to Richmond Raceway
