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pre-event promotion, local referrals, mar- www.VisitFred.com Newport News, VA 23606
keting support and many other support cmorales@nnva.gov
services most of which are free! Chesa- The Fredericksburg Regional Tourism 757-926-1428
peake offers over 4,000 hotel rooms from Partnership would like to extend an invi- www.newport-news.org
the most familiar names in the industry in- tation to you to host your next reunion in
cluding Marriott, Hyatt, and Hilton. Ches- Fredericksburg, VA. From the adventurous Located in the mid-Atlantic region with
apeake is surrounded by historic sites, days of the New World explorers to the transportation access via car, Amtrak and
wonderful attractions and an abundance devastating days of the Civil War, famous the Newport News/Williamsburg Airport.
of restaurants and shopping for groups to and ordinary travelers have sojourned in We can accommodate small to mid-con-
enjoy. our beautiful city. Captain John Smith, ferences, meetings and reunions with over
George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, 4,000 hotel rooms and 50,000 square feet
FAIRFAX James Monroe, Robert E. Lee and Ulyss- of combined meeting space. Our nation-
es S. Grant have all made indelible marks ally-known museums celebrate nature,
Past event host on the history of this area. This rich histo- the sea and our nation’s military heritage
ry has given the City of Fredericksburg a and our 7,500+ acre park is perfect for
Visit Fairfax - Washington DC downtown area full of genuine historical outdoor activities. Our lively entertain-
Dean Miller and architectural treasures. Over 350 orig- ment calendar and hundreds of shopping
3702 Pender Drive, Ste 420 inal 18th and 19th century buildings in the and dining choices, including specialty
Fairfax, VA 22030 City s 40-block National Historic District stores and chef-owned restaurants, com-
dmiller@fxva.com reflect some of the most interesting peri- plete the picture.
703-790-0643 ods in America’s past. The vibrant streets
www.fxva.com are lined with brick sidewalks, antique and NORFOLK
specialty shops, more than 40 one-of-a-
No other destination in the country pub- kind restaurants, beautiful private homes Visit Norfolk
licly celebrates the service and sacrifice and resplendent gardens. Though the city Melissa Hopper
of Americas veterans like the National has a rich historical presence, you will also 232 E Main St
Capital area does and meeting in Fairfax find reunion facilities, ranging from small Norfolk, VA 23510
County, Virginia puts you right in the cen- historic inns to the convenience of mod- mhopper@visitnorfolktoday.com
ter of everything you and your buddies ern hotels and an expo and conference 800 368 3097
will want to see and do. From the monu- center. We are conveniently located on www.visitnorfolktoday.com
ments and memorials of Washington, DC I-95, with rail service via Amtrak or Virgin-
to the grandeur of George Washington s ia Railway Express. Major airports are just Nor-fok, or Naw-fok, no matter how you
Mount Vernon and the excitement of the one hour away in Washington, D. C. and pronounce it, the experience will always
Smithsonian National Air & Space Muse- Richmond, Virginia. Fredericksburg is lo- be the same: fun, vibrant entertainment
um Stephen F. Udvar-Hazy Center, Fair- cated just minutes for the National Muse- and culture, delicious cuisine and 144
fax County and the surrounding area are um of the Marine Corps and Marine Corps miles of shoreline waiting to be explored!
filled with must see attractions for every Base Quantico for day tours and memorial Take a tour of the Elizabeth River harbor
reunion group. Visit Fairfax, the county’s services. A. Smith Bowman Distillery and on a majestic tall ship, sip on some of the
Destination Marketing Organization, is At a number of wineries and breweries are best wines around at Mermaid Winery,
Your Service with helpful and free advice, available for tours, tastings and as unique Virginia s very first urban winery, or watch
insight, and assistance. Whether its find- event sites. Fredericksburg also has a din- world-renowned artists blow glass at the
ing you great hotels at great rates, making ner theater that boasts off-Broadway tal- Chrysler Museum Glass Studio. If history is
introductions to personnel at the county’s ent. Four Civil War battlefields welcome your thing, sign up for a boat or land tour
world-class attractions, or simply recom- visitors to share our past military history. of the world s largest Naval Base or stop
mending restaurants, Visit Fairfax is at the The staff of the Fredericksburg Depart- by the MacArthur Memorial.. With its mild
ready to serve those who have served. ment of Economic Development and year-round climate, convenient airport
Give Dean Miller a call today, and let him Tourism will work closely with your re- and easy driving distance to two-thirds of
go to work on your groups next gathering. union to ensure a successful event. We the U.S. population, Norfolk is the perfect
can assist with finding the perfect host destination for reunions of all types and
FREDERICKSBURG hotel, site visits, planning of off-site tours sizes. Our complimentary reunion plan-
and programs, images and program con- ning services can assist with everything
Fredericksburg Virginia tent, name badges and welcome packets from finding hotels facilities, day tours,
Regional Tourism Ptnrs for attendees. site visits, shuttle service, attractions and
Victoria Matthews group discounts.
706 Caroline St NEWPORT NEWS
Fredericksburg VA 22401 DoubleTree by Hilton Norfolk
vamatthews@fredericksburgva.gov Newport News Tourism Airport
(540)372-1216 Development Office Donna Faison
Cheryl Morales
700 Town Center Drive, Suite 320
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