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The Friends of Southwest Virginia helps localities, businesses, individuals, artists, nonprofits and entrepreneurs mobilize and succeed. Visit us at the SWVA Cultural Center in Abingdon, Virginia to see some of the region’s best artisans, music, and learn about all the outdoor adventures throughout the SW VA region. Read More
Located at the northern end of Skyline Drive which traverses Shenandoah National Park, Front Royal is the stepping on and off point for a wonderful and spectacular driving tour through Shenandoah and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Come discover our outdoor oasis and foodie paradise!… Read More
Grand Caverns – America’s oldest continuously operated show cave voted #2 in U.S. by Parade magazine. Experience nature’s handiwork. Open daily. The aboveground park offers hiking trails, biking, fishing, swimming, miniature golf and shelter rentals. www.grandcaverns.com (888) 430-CAVE. Read More
Whether you’re looking for outdoor recreation or peace and relaxation, Grayson County is the ultimate destination! We’re home to the two highest peaks in Virginia and the second oldest river in the world, offering endless hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and tubing opportunities.  Plus, we have over fifty unique cabin/cottage/campground… Read More
Visit Harrisonburg, Virginia, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, where the sun always rises over Shenandoah National Park and sets over the George Washington National Forest, a place of exquisite local cuisine and hand-crafted beer, a recognized bronze cycling destination, with friendly people and a cool small-town vibe. Read More
Holiday Stays: Montfair offers a 15% discount on three and four-night stays and 18.5 % on five-night stays, a 31% for a weeklong stay and 37% off a two week long stay! Celebrate Spring, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day with a vacation in comfort, close to the outdoors- and with… Read More
No matter the time of year, Jackson County is the place to visit. Feed your soul with epic mountain hikes surrounded by wide-open spaces and miles of wildflowers. Indulge your inner foodie at our award-winning restaurants and unique culinary scenes in Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva. And while you’re… Read More
Heart of the Yadkin Valley. Exit at Milepost 229, go South of Parkway on US 21 to I-77 Exit 82. The Jonesville area offers a true hub for visitors to the Yadkin Valley Wine Region. Yadkin County boasts at least 12 wineries that offer tours, tastings, and refined dining. Read More
With two official Appalachian Trail Communities — Buena Vista and Glasgow — our area welcomes recreation-lovers of all types. Visit the awe-inspiring Natural Bridge State Park, paddle the James River, cycle picturesque backroads, enjoy a vineyard or brewery, or tap your toes at a music festival at Glen Maury Park. Read More
Nestled between the Blue Ridge & Massanutten Mountains, Luray-Page County is a beautiful escape any time of the year. Located just 90 miles west of Washington, D.C., we’re close enough to make day trips and weekend getaways possible. But once you visit, you may never want to leave. Get… Read More