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The Upperville Colt and Horse Show Gallops Into Its 171st Anniversary
• June 13, 2024
By Hailey Wharram and Forbes Dudley From June 3 through June 9, Mars Equestrian hosted the 171st annual Upperville Colt and Horse Show in Upperville, Virginia. Created in 1853, UCHS is […]
Georgetown’s Poppy Guesthouse Is Blooming Wonderful
• May 20, 2024
Does the Poppy Georgetown Guesthouse and Gardens have a “Wizard of Oz” connection? In “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” the book by L. Frank Baum on which the 1939 Hollywood […]
Amelia Island, Florida’s ‘Concours d’Elegance’ Cruises into Town
• February 21, 2024
Dubbed “a motoring event like no other,” Amelia Island, Florida’s “Concours d’Elegance” allows guests to get an up-close look at hundreds of vehicles you won’t see anywhere else. 2024 honoree […]
Holidays at the Omni Homestead Resort
• December 15, 2023
By Trish Foxwell Hot Springs, Virginia. A new era has arrived at the historic Omni Homestead Resort & Spa. Nestled in one of the most scenic corners of the Allegheny […]
In Country: Hallmark Movie-Like Towns Near D.C.
• November 8, 2023
Sure, they’re formulaic, almost like a Mad Lib: big city [woman or man] meets small town [woman or man] because of [situation] and, after some stumbles, romance ensues. Hallmark holiday […]
In Country: Charlottesville, Barboursville Vineyards Nominated for Wine Star Awards
• October 11, 2023
Virginia wine country has garnered yet another accolade to add to their long list of honors and awards. Barboursville Vineyards has been nominated for American Winery of the Year in […]
In Country: Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Crystal Coast in Late Summer
• August 10, 2023
Looking for the perfect getaway? The Crystal Coast in North Carolina is a popular area for tourists and second-home owners, particularly in the summer. The region offers 85 miles of […]
Visiting Virginia’s Piedmont? Enjoy These Activities
• April 12, 2023
Thinking of visiting Virginia’s lush Piedmont region this spring? Here’s a checklist of must-see and must-do activities: Visit the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – This showcase museum in Richmond […]
Preserving Virginia’s Piedmont Region Means Working in the District
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You know you’re in Virginia as soon as the Blue Ridge Mountains begin to peek over the horizon. Whether it’s a day trip to Upperville or a weekend getaway to Charlottesville […]
Charlottesville: For Foodies & Lovers
• February 8, 2023
In the coming months, as the cold subsides and leaves start to go green, take a weekend trip to Charlottesville, Virginia, about a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Washington, D.C., to find […]
