Virginia Tourism Surges to Record Highs | Roanoke News

Virginia’s tourism industry soared to a record $36.2 billion last year, up 2.1% from the prior year, fueling jobs and small business growth across the state. With 46.6 million overnight visitors — including international travelers — injecting nearly $99 million daily into local economies, Virginia is proving its appeal. Residents also benefit, with average households saving over $1,000 in state and local taxes thanks to tourism revenue. Cities like Staunton, Richmond, and Charlottesville saw surging hotel bookings as Virginia’s lodging demand jumped 3.1%, nearly double the national average — solidifying its status as a top travel destination and economic engine. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d2e088a63ae4b400