Virginia’s 22 wine trails link 191 Virgina wineries, stretching from the scenic Eastern Shore on the Atlantic Ocean to the heart of Appalachia in the western part of the state. Virginia’s unparalleled sense of history, coupled with magnificent scenery and an up-and-coming food scene has made the Virginia wine trails popular tourism destinations. Nine distinct […]
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Rubbing Elbows with the Big-Wigs
“Give me liberty or give me death!” was the immortal call of Virginia statesman Patrick Henry as he rallied his peers to defend the liberty of the Virginia colonists. The setting was the Second Virginia Convention, held at St. John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia in March 1775. Today, visitors to the historic St John’s Church […]
A Day on the James in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, Virginia has a wealth of cultural attractions, historical sightseeing, shopping and fun activites to enjoy. It is a great weekend destination for those of us within driving distance, but even on vacation, sometimes we just need a day of relaxation. In Richmond, the James River is the perfect antidote. On a recent hot and lazy summer weekend, some friends invited […]
Shiver Me Timbers, It’s Blackbeard!
Hampton Virginia relives the demis of the notorious pirate Blackbeard each July at the Blackbeard Festival.
The Virginia Living Museum
The Virginia Living Museum is a top-notch museum that brings to life the native plants and animals of Virginia’s present and past. It combines the elements of a native wildlife park, science museum, aquarium, botanical preserve and planetarium.
Cycling the Colonial Parkway
A day of cycling the Colonial Parkway in Virginia’s Historic Triangle.
