Just because the temperatures are cooling down, doesn't mean that your romance has to fizzle out too. In fact, autumn is one of the most romantic seasons to rekindle the spark between you and your special someone. Cozy blankets, warm fires, comfort food, and festive happenings are abundant -…
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Comfort food and spiced drinks are two of the most beloved parts of the winter holidays – and many holiday recipes are made with two of winter’s favorite ingredients: apples and pumpkins! We know that this year, the holidays may be a little less busy and that your large family gatherings may be a…
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Whether you’re visiting Northern Virginia, the Washington D.C area this Thanksgiving or you’re hosting hungry friends and family, let Fairfax County restaurants do the turkey cooking for the holiday (which also means no clean-up for you!). Many popular Fairfax County restaurants are offering great…
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Whether or not trick-or-treating happens this Halloween, you don't have to go without your tasty treats during this festive Fall season. There is plenty of chocolate and candy to go around in the sweet center of Northern Virginia. Find your sugar fix at one of these local chocolatiers or candy shops…
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More than any other town in Fairfax County, I probably visit Vienna the most. Sometimes I go for the shopping. Other times it’s for a holiday crafts show, to hear live music, try a restaurant or visit a park. From charming public art and historic sites to commanding performances and great…
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In a year that has hit the hospitality industry particularly hard, we are all looking for ways to support our favorite local restaurants and more importantly, the people and families behind them. Since covid-19 made its unwelcome arrival in the spring, we’ve seen restaurants pivot operations to…
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October is one of the most fun-filled months in Fairfax County, filled to the brim with special events, month-long celebrations, spooky Halloween activities, and absolutely stunning fall foliage drive tours and viewpoints. We don’t blame you if your calendar fills up quicker than a seven-year-old…
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Hiking, running, and cycling in Fairfax County is its own reward—beautiful parks, scenic pathways, and an excellent workout. But what if you could double your reward with a payoff hike? Fairfax County is filled with parks and trails that just happen to be adjacent to some of the region’s best…
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It's finally happened, the moment we've been waiting for! Visit Fairfax has officially surpassed 10,000 lovers of Fairfax County following us on Instagram! (What? You’re not one of them yet? Click here to follow us!) In honor of our special day, we asked our followers to share with us their favorite…
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There are dozens of places to get your caffeine fix in Northern Virginia, from locally-owned coffee shops to hip and modern coffee houses to quaint mom and pop cafés to popular national chains. There are even several shops that roast their coffee beans right on site! Warm up with a delicious cup of…
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