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131 Local Tourism Programs Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Bolster Tourism Microbusinesses

November 9, 2023

Program will generate more than $1.9 million in marketing initiatives, support more than 1,300 jobs, and impact more than 650 statewide tourism businesses and entities RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that more than $757,000 in matching grant funds will be awarded to 131 small businesses, Destination Marketing Organizations … [Read more...] about 131 Local Tourism Programs Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Bolster Tourism Microbusinesses

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Unveiling of First Green Book Historic Plaques

October 12, 2023

New plaque on historical highway marker at Hampton’s Bay Shore Beach to commemorate site featured in Virginia's Green Book HAMPTON – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today an unveiling of the first of new plaques attached to historical highway markers at Bay Shore Beach to commemorate sites featured in Virginia's Green Book, a travel guide for Black Americans. Virginia … [Read more...] about Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Unveiling of First Green Book Historic Plaques

Virginia Tourism Corporation Congratulates Blue Highway Fest Being Awarded 2023 International Bluegrass Music Association Industry Event of the Year Award

October 4, 2023

~ Prestigious award given to industry professionals dedicated to furthering bluegrass music ~  RICHMOND – Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) congratulates the Blue Highway Fest in Big Stone Gap for winning the coveted 2023 International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Industry Event of the Year Award. The Blue Highway Fest was recognized Thursday, Sept. 28 with … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Congratulates Blue Highway Fest Being Awarded 2023 International Bluegrass Music Association Industry Event of the Year Award

Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces New Season of “My Home Virginia”

September 14, 2023

~ Virginia chefs and bakers from Pakalachian Food Truck, FoodE, and Red Truck Bakery featured in culinary focused episodes ~ RICHMOND – Today, the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) released the second season of its popular video web series My Home Virginia, that will air on the agency’s website and YouTube channel. Episodes for Season 2 will focus on a different Virginia … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces New Season of “My Home Virginia”

Virginia Tourism Corporation Wins National Award for its “Heart & Soul” Campaign

August 24, 2023

~ The award marks VTC’s 14th Mercury Award, U.S. Travel Association’s most prestigious accolade ~ RICHMOND, VA – Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) received a national tourism industry award for its “Heart & Soul” campaign, an initiative aimed to promote Virginia as a welcoming destination for Black travelers and increase visitation from this travel group. VTC was … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Wins National Award for its “Heart & Soul” Campaign

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