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Summer in the Great Outdoors: Tubing
Back in May we highlighted awesome waterways for kayaking and canoeing. Tubing isn’t a far stretch from those two water-loving pastimes, other than the pace is quite a bit more relaxed and you probably...
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Fireworks!
Tomorrow is the big day – the day we celebrate our Independence – but today actually has a few surprises of its own. If you love fireworks, here are a few destinations to get your fix in advance....
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Wintergreen Performing Arts Summer Music Festival
Innovation 2012 is the theme of this year’s Wintergreen Performing Arts Summer Music Festival, set to kick off Friday, July 6 and run through Sunday, August 5. The focus of innovation will include...
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Dinos and Gators in Newport News
When the temps get too hot to handle, find your family fun indoors at the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News. T-Rex, a part of the Dinosaurs! exhibit at Virginia Living Museum Their latest exhibit,...
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A Cool August Weekend in Bath County
Escape the heat of August with a weekend in Virginia’s cool Allegheny Mountains. August 4 is the 4th annual Wings and Wheels Car and Acrobatic Air Show in Hot Springs, Virginia. The Ingalls Field...
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The Wild Pony Round-Up
An annual event that occurs only in Virginia is the Chincoteague Pony Swim – a family friendly experience that creates memories for a lifetime. On the last Wednesday of July (July 25 this year) the...
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Classical Musicians Converge in Staunton
Staunton, Virginia is quickly garnering attention as a performing arts and cultural hot spot, and here are two more reasons why: Heifietz International Music Institute and Staunton Music Festival....
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Love the Local Flavor in Virginia
Fresh is the word and this – Virginia’s Farmers’ Market Week - is the time to celebrate the best eats of summer. As the demand for locally grown foods has increased, so has the number of farmers’...
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Waterside Vacation Homes
Though the calendar says we’re still a couple of weeks away from the official start of spring, now is the time to start thinking about booking your waterside Virginia vacation home. Just steps away...
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Your Teen is Going to LOVE Virginia
Teens are the toughest crowd to please, but when you’re armed with these nuggets of fun, it’s quite possible you’ll see a smile sneak through. The obvious top contenders for teen fun are theme parks...
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Favorite Virginia Ice Cream
It’s summertime and that means, well, quite a few things, but today it means ICE CREAM! We asked our Virginia travel and tourism partners to name their favorite ice cream parlor (for the benefit of our...
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Shakespeare and Chalk: Virginia’s Art Festivals
The excellent thing about art is that it comes in so many forms. Dance, drama, music, oil on canvas … and chalk. Another excellent thing about art is that Virginia has festivals dedicated to its many...
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5 Cool Exhibits to Help You Beat the Heat
When the temps climb higher, head for a fantastic new exhibit at a Virginia museum. They’re perfect destinations to beat the heat. Recently I had the pleasure of visiting and toying around the new...
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14 Things to Bring with You on Vacation in Virginia
Every corner of Virginia offers an experience that you might be surprised to find. Don’t be caught off guard! Here’s your list of 14 things to bring with you on vacation in Virginia. The Barns at...
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Discover Eight Natural Wonders of Virginia
No need to grab the passport for tours of the Seven Wonders of the World. We’ve got you covered. Virginia is home to many of the most well-known and sought-after outdoor landmarks in the country. So...
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Hot? 26 Places to Chill Out with a Great Milkshake
It’s hot and getting hotter, so where can you find the best milkshakes in Virginia to help you cool off? Our trusty locals have come through again, this time with 26 appealing shake spots across...
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A Toast to Great Views! 18 Virginia Wineries for Outdoor Sipping
Virginia’s vineyards are beautiful, especially this time of year when the vines are heavy with luscious grapes. Savor the view while you also savor the vintage at these wineries boasting impeccable...
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Virginia’s Craft Beer Pairs Nicely with Summer’s Bounty
Fresh fruits and vegetables are the staples of summer in Virginia, as are signature, summer-only, craft beer. Why not pair the best of summer’s bounties? Blue Mountain Brewery With the idea of great...
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30 Freshwater Swimming Holes
Summer calls for a dip in the water, and we have fresh mountain streams and rivers that you’ll find most refreshing on a hot day. Our list has been compiled through various avenues of research,...
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Five Refreshing Summer Lake Getaways
Virginia’s lakes are excellent summer destinations for families, couples, friends, reunions … you name it! Take a few-day getaway to enjoy everything lakes have to offer. Tuck away into a private cove...
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