On the drive home, I read the guide and agreed:
Virginia, known as the "Old Dominion," offers history, nature,
beaches, cultural attractions, and culinary delights for everyone.
Regions
The
guide divides Virginia into regions: Central, Chesapeake Bay, Coastal (Hampton
Roads and Eastern Shore), Northern, Southern, Shenandoah Valley, Southwest
(Blue Ridge Highlands and Heart of Appalachia), and Mountains.
Must-See
Toast the Coast Trail is a highlight in the guide, featuring top wine, beer,
and spirit makers from Williamsburg to the Virginia Beach oceanfront. It's on
my must-see list and located in my area. Other must-sees include Crabtree
Falls, the tallest waterfall east of the Mississippi, and Virginia Natural
Bridge State Park with its impressive limestone arch and hiking trails. Since
1925, the Chincoteague Island Pony Swim has attracted large audiences, and
marks its centennial this year. The event gained fame through Marguerite
Henry's children's book, Misty of Chincoteague. Additionally, Colonial
Williamsburg offers an insight into life in the 18th century.
Virginia is for Mysteries
The Virginia is for Mysteries anthologies, coordinated by me, features sixteen fictional short mystery stories set in actual locations in Virginia. Approved by Virginia Tourism, the series is available in bookstores and various other sites across the state for readers to explore.
With the guide at our disposal, my husband and I plan to explore new spots in Virginia for summer weekend getaways.
Historic Williamsburg is one of our favorite vacation destinations. It's been a few years, though. We need another trip there.
ReplyDeleteI love Colonial Williamsburg too! Between the historic sites, Virginia wines and food it is wonderful!
DeleteI always enjoy my time in Virginia. Whether it is revisiting my home for two years in Blacksburg while dad got his PhD or the Civil War battlefields or the Eastern shore. It's been a while since I've visited, so may I need to plan that for next year?
ReplyDeleteThat would be great! Maybe we can arrange a booksigning too!
DeleteGrounding stories in actual places is both a challenge and a pleasure. Good anthologies to add to my "one short story at bedtime" collection.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I love them since they are real places!
DeleteSo much to see in Virginia! I've always loved the name of Hungry Mother State Park.
ReplyDeleteVery cool! I love the parks!
DeleteWe enjoyed an overview of Virginia while visiting colleges for the youngest: Lexington, Charlottesville (native redbuds in bloom), Monticello (tulips!), Richmond, Williamsburg (flowering trees), and Washington DC (spring break plus cherry blossom season). Beautiful countryside and absorbing history.
ReplyDeleteThat’’s a great overview and especially during college visits!
DeleteThe topography of VA is diverse, which enables the telling of many stories set in vastly different scenes from mountains to sea shore. Good luck with the anthology, Teresa!
ReplyDeleteThank you!!
DeleteSounds like great trips in the T-Bird ahead. Virginia is a beautiful state. So much to see and do. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteYes!! I am looking forward to them!
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