~ Virginia’s tourism revenues reached $25.2 billion, marking an 87% recovery to pre-pandemic spending ~ RICHMOND – Today, Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced that travelers to Virginia spent $69 million a day in 2021, up from $48 million in 2020. Virginia’s tourism revenues also reached $25.2 billion in 2021, marking an 87% recovery to pre-pandemic spending in 2019. … [Read more...] about Travelers Spent $69 Million a Day in Virginia in 2021
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Virginia
RICHMOND – Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 through October 15 each year celebrating the history and contributions of individuals who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean. It also coincides with the celebration of the declarations of independence in countries like Costa … [Read more...] about Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Virginia
Virginia Celebrates September as Music Heritage Month
RICHMOND - Virginia’s contribution to music history and innovation around the world is celebrated by declaring September as Virginia Music Heritage Month. Virginia’s music culture is diverse and includes genres such as Blues, folk, brass, hip-hop, mountain music, country, gospel, and rock. Many notable musicians were born in and/or began their careers in Virginia, including … [Read more...] about Virginia Celebrates September as Music Heritage Month
Virginia Tourism Corporation Wins National Award for its “WanderLove” Campaign
~ The award marks VTC’s 13th Mercury Award, U.S. Travel Association’s most prestigious accolade ~ RICHMOND, VA - Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) received a national tourism industry award for its “WanderLove” campaign, a recovery initiative that united Virginia’s tourism industry, generated immediate economic impact for local … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Wins National Award for its “WanderLove” Campaign
Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces New Grant Program for Outdoor Recreation Development
~DRIVE Outdoor Grant Program to provide up to $20,000 in funds to spur economic growth for Virginia’s outdoor recreation industry~ RICHMOND – Today, the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced a new grant program aimed at growing Virginia’s outdoor economy. The DRIVE Outdoor grant program builds on the DRIVE 2.0 Statewide Strategic Plan to enhance outdoor recreational … [Read more...] about Virginia Tourism Corporation Announces New Grant Program for Outdoor Recreation Development
