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March 11, 2026 

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Action Items

  • LAST CALL for the Historic Holiday Pass
  • Participate in Williamsburg Restaurant Week 2026
  • Add your Holiday events & offers to our website

Ongoing Action Items

  • Keep your website listing fresh, add events to the events calendar, & add your offers to our offers & deals page. Log in to the Extranet to manage your account.
  • Explore our 2025 Cooperative Marketing Opportunities.

We WON two Travel Awards – Best Family-Friendly Destination

We’re thrilled to share that Visit Williamsburg has been honored with two prestigious recognitions this year! Our destination received the Travel Weekly Magellan Award for Family Destination as well as the Good Housekeeping 2026 Award, both highlighting the exceptional experiences that make the Historic Triangle a family-friendly destination for visitors of all ages. 

These awards affirm what we know to be true: Williamsburg is a place where history, hospitality, and family fun come together in a way few destinations can match. 

A heartfelt thank you to our partners. including our hotels, restaurants, attractions, museums, breweries, retailers, and so many others, whose passion and dedication play an essential role in making the Historic Triangle a warm, welcoming, and truly family-friendly destination.

 

Historic Triangle Named One of Travel + Leisure’s “50 Best Places to Travel in 2026” 

We’re thrilled to share that our area has been featured in Travel + Leisure’s prestigious “50 Best Places to Travel in 2026.” The Travel + Leisure feature celebrates Williamsburg as a standout destination for 2026, applauding its rich history, dynamic cultural offerings, and key role in America’s 250th anniversary commemorations. Read more here. 

 

Partner Opportunities

LAST CALL! Join the Historic Holiday Pass 

Visit Williamsburg is excited to invite YOU to participate in this unique promotional opportunity designed to showcase the exceptional experiences our region has to offer. We are seeking exclusive deals, discounts, and special offers to be featured in the pass below. Please submit your offers using the forms below.

Historic Holiday Pass

November 28, 2025 - January 2, 2026

Help spread holiday cheer across the Historic Triangle by offering visitors a reason to explore, shop, and celebrate locally this season. Please send a brief description of your discount or offer by Friday, November 14.

SUBMIT A HOLIDAY OFFER
 

Longwoods International Travel Sentiment Study

According to the latest (Wave 3) International Travel Sentiment Study from Longwoods International, 56% of Canadian travelers do not plan to travel to the U.S. in the next 12 months, down from 61% in April. Canadian travelers have had adverse reactions to the political discontent in the U.S. Read the full report here.

 

Join the Celebration! - Williamsburg Restaurant Week 2026

It’s that time again! Williamsburg Restaurant Week returns February 1–7, 2026, and we want your restaurant to be part of it. This annual favorite showcases the best of our local dining scene and invites locals and visitors to discover new flavors across the region. 

Event Details: 

  • Dates: February 1–7, 2026 
  • Who Can Participate: All current WARA member restaurants 
  • What to Offer: A special prix fixe menu (breakfast, lunch, dinner, or combo) with a value or discount

Promotion Includes: 
Social media, digital ads, local press, tourism partners, and WARA website listings. 

Submit your details and menus here. 

 

Calling Holiday and Winter Happenings ❄️

 
Visit Williamsburg is looking for all holiday events, festive flavors, and specials! From twinkling light displays to seasonal menus, Christmas markets, and cozy hotel packages, we want to spread the joy of the season throughout our community. Please send us a brief description of your holiday happenings, special offers, or winter discount offers to Emma Schmitz. 

SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS
 
 

11/10/25 – Famous Battlefield You Should Tour This Veterans Day ( Travel Pulse) 

11/11/25 –  “The American Revolution” to Premier Sunday on PBS (Alexandria Virginia) 

11/13/25 – Virginia Launches Historic Sites Passport Program to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary (yahoo! news) 

11/14/25 – U.S. Hotel  Reports Positive Results for Week Ending 8 November due to Comparison Against Election Week in 2024 (HNR) 

 

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