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Virginia Tourism Surges with Record Growth | Richmond News
Virginia’s tourism is booming, smashing records with $36.2 billion in visitor spending last year — a $1.1 billion leap that’s fueled four straight years of growth. That money saved households over $1,000 in taxes and injected $2.6 billion into local budgets, funding schools and public safety. Dining, recreation, and local experiences are driving the surge, with Richmond, Charlottesville, Shenandoah Valley, and Virginia Mountains seeing major hotel gains. The industry supports nearly 232,000 jobs and paid out $10.6 billion in wages — keeping families thriving. Through June, hotel demand is up…
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