When you’re in the south, you learn quickly that people around here are passionate about barbeque. It’s more than just pulled pork--it’s brisket, ribs, burnt tips, chicken--if it’s meat, someone around her has put it in a smoker and slow-cooked it to perfection...
The Vacation Channel is committed to helping our tourism partners in Coastal Virginia. The vaccine rollout and declining COVID cases leave us optimistic for the upcoming tourism season! Data from the latest STR report from Virginia Tourism Corporation shows that occupancy rates throughout Virginia in...
The Vacation Channel and Frequency Creative are now building custom streaming channels for clients who want to expand their reach for video content. Reach customers in their homes with streaming media on Roku and Amazon Fire TV. As we build on these platforms, we also...
When it comes time for gift-giving, we like to start locally. Small businesses throughout Hampton Roads are the perfect place to find unique gifts for everyone on your list, usually with a little Coastal Virginia flair! Check out these ideas, and happy shopping! Hilton Village in...
Coastal Virginia has a rich military history, going as far back as the Revolutionary War, which means there are several local attractions that both residents and tourists will enjoy! Learn about various branches of the military, and why Hampton Roads has historically been a key...
Running out of resources for Virtual Learning? We have compiled resources from some of your favorite Coastal Virginia Museums. Some of these are posting new content each week, so be sure to check back and you might even catch special live videos! Museums/Attractions Virginia Living Museum Tune in on...
Do you have a Roku stick or Roku TV? If so, we can help you install The Vacation Channel app for FREE following the steps below. Then you can explore Coastal Virginia from the comfort of your home and start planning your next adventure. Let’s...
Breweries in Coastal Virginia are working for social causes! Check out how these local breweries have made an impact in the community, and let us know if there’s a brewery we need to add to our list! Black is Beautiful This is a collaborative beer project spearheaded...
Customer Service During COVID-19 CVBs and DMOs always remind us of the importance of customer service, because you’re an ambassador for your destination. As the Commonwealth of Virginia embarked on the first phase of reopening, it’s important to revisit your business’s customer service policies. Amid COVID-19,...
The Vacation Channel works with many small businesses, nonprofits, tourist attractions, and restaurants that have been thrown off course by unplanned closures due to COVID-19. Rather than panic about what may happen next, we would like to encourage businesses to see this as an opportunity....