Virginia Story Ideas
Virginia Themes Worth Exploring
Virginia's ever-popular travel slogan "Virginia is for Lovers" means romance in the sense that America's most romantic stories have always been those involving larger-than-life figures such as Pocahontas and Captain John Smith, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Robert E. Lee, James and Dolley Madison, and Booker T. Washington. This is the land where English-speaking America began.
Here are just a few themes you may wish to explore in Virginia:
Heritage
Arguably the most historic of all 50 United States, Virginia is
a veritable microcosm of American heritage. Residents here preserve
and interpret everything historic, from colonial towns and trails
to 20th-century diners. If you want living history, you'll find
it representing nearly every era at special events and destinations
all year long. For free brochure of Civil War battlefields and sites, (888) CIVIL WAR.
Outdoor Recreation
Inject a little excitement into your vacation with the help of Virginia
outfitters who package everything from caving, boating, offshore
and freshwater fishing, beachfront sports, llama trekking, inn-to-inn
hiking, cycling and camping adventures, white-water rafting and
sea kayaking. Golf and ski resorts abound here. Each year, in fact,
Virginia golf resorts are ranked among the top in the country in
a host of national magazines. More than one-fourth of the Appalachian
Trail runs through the mountains of Virginia and you'll find more
caverns here than in any other East Coast state.
Bed-and-Breakfasts
and Country Inns
Almost 30 years ago the custom of bed-and-breakfast stays took root
in Virginia. Today hundreds of posh establishments open antique-filled
rooms to visitors. Many offer some of the finest dining anywhere
in America. For the casual traveler, some provide sporting options
on their grounds including horseback riding, hayrides, fishing,
hiking and cycling. For a free brochure, call 800-BNB-1293 or visit www.Virginia.org to order online.