Visit Williamsburg

The folks from Visit Williamsburg came to Philly to share exciting news about the historic city, and attractions.

Another reason why many of us headed to the Museum of the American Revolution was to catch up with our friend Ed Harris, a friend to all, who for many years lead Visit Lancaster and before that was the chief marketing officer of Valley Forge Tourism. A great guy, with a lot of knowledge of tourism and history.

I’ve been to Williamsburg twice, and it was beautiful, but I had no idea there was more to the area than Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens when I was there, pre internet days, ha.

I do remember I enjoyed it very much, and has always been on my bucket list to return.

We learned a lot at the luncheon, and what you should know is Colonial Williamsburg is a 301-acre living history museum, which takes travelers back in time to colonial Virginia through immersive experiences, historic interpretations, museums, and events. Landmarks include the Governor’s Palace, the Capitol, the Raleigh Tavern, and historic Duke of Gloucester Street.

There’s also museums, and special exhibitions, a Ripley’s Believe It or Not, ghost tours, lots of shopping, including an outlet mall, there’s also several golf courses – FORE!!

The USA, Philly and Williamsburg is gearing up to celebrate our country’s 250th Anniversary. One of the biggest events heading to Norfolk, VA near Williamsburg Sail250® Virginia – which includes more than 60 ships from 20 countries. Norfolk (Host City), Hampton Roads
& Chesapeake Bay Region, Virginia is one of 5 stops Sail 250 is making, and Philadelphia is not on the list.

If you want to visit Williamsburg, the holidays are a perfect time. Santa sets up his toy shop on November 15th, so you can get your wishes in early. Then the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony happens on December 6th at Victory Walk, and kicks off a weekend of festivities. The 27th annual Lighted Boat Parade is on December 7th at 6 pm, with caroling around illuminated braziers, a musical performance by the Fifes and Drums of Yorktown, and complimentary hot cider. In addition, Grand Illumination will light up the night with pyrotechnics at Governor’s Palace and the Capitol building every Saturday night through December 21.

The 27th annual Lighted Boat Parade is on December 7th at 6 pm, with caroling around illuminated braziers, a musical performance by the Fifes and Drums of Yorktown, and complimentary hot cider. Also kicking off that weekend is Colonial Williamsburg’s Grand Illumination which will light up the night with pyrotechnics Saturdays at Governor’s Palace and the Capitol building through December 21.

Williamsburg is definitely going to be on my travel bucket list. I’m excited to explore this area in person, again. If you want to join me find out more info HERE