Who are the happiest Americans? Where do they live? Ask these questions and you’re likely to get as many different answers as people you ask. A group of social scientists, however, wanted to discover where the happiest people in America really are, (spoiler… Charlottesville, Virginia is America’s 3rd Happiest Place) so National Geographic bestselling author …
Read MoreAmazing film festivals can be found throughout the world, with many possessing the ability to influence the course of the film industry for the year. Large film festivals (such as Cannes and the Sundance Film Festival) are impressive, but can be a bit intimidating for not only movie makers but guests as well. We believe …
Read MoreA trip to the Paramount Theater in Charlottesville isn’t your average theater experience. Sure, you’ll find excellent live shows here with 1,100 seats and a beautifully designed interior, but to leave the description of the most well-known theater in the city at that would be short-sighted. Following its Thanksgiving Eve 1931 opening, The Paramount became a city …
Read MoreThe Ash Lawn Opera produces high-quality opera and musicals in a venue and at a price point that’s accessible to the public. But what exactly is the Ash Lawn Opera? It’s been a Virginia cultural mainstay for decades, as well as providing experience for artists, apprentice singers and interns seeking to broaden their performing …
Read MoreThere’s so much history, culture and natural beauty in our region, you’ll never run out of things to do in Shenandoah Valley. There are a few highlights, though, that you should consider must-see. Even if you’ve been before, many of these things to do in Shenandoah Valley are worth doing again and again. Visit …
Read MoreWhen you visit Monticello, you’re in for a treat. History, archaeology, gardens, and more offer new and exciting discoveries each time you visit. These restaurants near Monticello provide some of the most delicious fare in Charlottesville, all within close range of this spectacular site. Whether you want a casual cafe, a Spanish tapas restaurant, …
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