July 25, 2023
Six Standout Wineries in Central Virginia
A vineyard guide to Albemarle County
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Charlottesville In The News
July 17, 2023
Escape DC on a Summer Road Trip to These Easy Nearby Destinations
It’s time for a weekend getaway from DC.
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July 2, 2023
More Than Tastings: 9 Incredible Wineries With Unique Add-On Experiences
From sipping wine atop a treehouse to a massage along peaceful vineyards, these experiences have bucket-list potential for wine enthusiasts.
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June 18, 2023
The Best Virginia Wineries to Visit Right Now, According to Industry Insiders
Virginia is for lovers. Wine lovers, that is. Though the state's wine industry is still young, the region is already a top destination for oenophiles.
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June 18, 2023
6 Grownup Things to do in Charlottesville, Virginia
It may be a bustling university town, but there are plenty of grownup things to do in Charlottesville, Virginia, too. Here are 6 of the best.
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June 13, 2023
The Most Welcoming Places on Earth
Booking.com names Charlottesville, VA as one of the Top 20 Most Welcoming Cities and Towns in the U.S.A.
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June 3, 2023
Cowboys and Chardonnay: a Horseback Wine Tour in Virginia
Why do an ordinary wine tasting when you can instead go on a horseback wine tour in one of Virginia's wine regions. Giddyup and then drink up!
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March 9, 2023
Where To Stay, What To Do, When Visiting Second Cities
The “Second City” travel trend is increasing as travelers start to realize there are many great destinations with fewer crowds, a slower pace and experiences to uncover. There are several reasons why you should consider visiting a second city this…
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March 1, 2023
An Artful Weekend In Charlottesville
From the culinary backstreets to the community hubs of the Charlottesville area
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January 30, 2023
A Changing Narrative at One of America’s Most Famous Presidential Homes
A University of Virginia alum revisits Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello to find much has changed.
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January 5, 2023
The Wine is Fine in Charlottesville, as is the Rest of the Place
A trip to this Virginia city offers history, horseback riding, dining and shopping, too
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December 30, 2022
20+ Surprisingly Romantic Getaways In Virginia
How many romantic getaways in VA are there? Well, as anyone who’s ever opened a travel magazine knows, Virginia is made for romance. Its slogan, “Virginia is for Lovers” tells you so.
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