The annual Chincoteague Pony Swim is back! If you haven't heard of the Pony Swim before, it is an event where the ponies of Assateague Island swim to Chincoteague Island where the foals are then auctioned off. They swim across the Assateague channel at slack tide and then are examined by veterinarians and herded to [...]
RICHMOND—Today, Governor Ralph Northam joined the 2019 Commemoration, American Evolution™ in announcing the launch of the Virginia History Trails mobile application. Travelers, families, Virginia residents and history lovers can easily access 400 years of Virginia history through the app, which includes 20 themed trails and 400 detailed site descriptions that address what happened, who was [...]
Nestled between the Appalachian Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, you'll find the state of Virginia and its many impressive breweries. From large-scale operations to up-and-coming microbreweries, there is no shortage of opportunities to explore beer in Virginia. Whether you're adding a single brewery to your trip or planning the entire vacation around one of the [...]
The 70-mile-long Eastern Shore of Virginia is known for its unspoiled beauty, abundant wildlife and laid-back natives. When it comes to development, less is indeed more. There are very few resorts, chain restaurants, souvenir shops or noisy, crowded boardwalks. Simply put, this will be one of the most restful vacations you ever take. Here are [...]
Shenandoah River rocks by Terri S. Jewett. Virginia is a state filled with history, culture, art and entertainment. If your idea of a vacation involves more time outside than inside, however, then Virginia's National Parks are the ideal place to start. Check out the top 10 National Parks to visit in Virginia and [...]
Chincoteague Island, Virginia's only island resort, is seven miles of serenity, reminding you of the small beach towns you grew up visiting, where there are no high rise, no noisy boardwalks or traffic congestion -- just a tranquil fishing village, where family run businesses and history blend in with the unspoiled natural beauty of the area, shaping the resort. But, [...]
