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May 18, 2026

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♦ Host Travel Writer Larry Bleiberg and an International Press FAM

♦ VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! USA Today 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards

♦ Join Our Upcoming Passes

♦ Extranet Webinar for Lodging Partners - Thursday, March 12

 

Travel Writer Hosting Opportunities

Larry Bleiberg 
March 16 – 17, 2026

Visit Williamsburg will host journalist Larry Bleiberg from March 16 – 17, 2026. Larry is interested in writing about the Williamsburg Pancake Festival and the broader history and significance of pancake houses in the Historic Triangle. 

HOST LARRY

International Press FAM
April 23 – 25, 2026

Visit Williamsburg will host an international press fam from April 23 – 25, 2026. The group is interested in learning the history of the Historic Triangle and America’s 250th.

HOST FAM
 

USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards

Vote Today! Williamsburg has been nominated for USA TODAY 10Best Best Small College Town and Best Small Town in the South. You can vote once per day, every day, through March 30.

VOTE TODAY AND EVERYDAY
 

Partner Opportunities: Join Our Upcoming Passes

Visit Williamsburg is excited to invite YOU to participate in a unique promotional opportunity designed to showcase the exceptional experiences our region offers. We are seeking exclusive deals, discounts, and special offers to be featured in the passes below. Please send a brief description of your discount or offer to Emma Schmitz by the dates listed for the pass.

2026 Juneteenth Pass

Join us in celebrating Juneteenth in Williamsburg by creating meaningful offers and experiences that honor the freedom and the rich history of our community. Pass will run the month of June. Please send a brief description of your discount and offer by May 15th.

Williamsburg 250 Pass

We’re always looking to keep the Williamsburg 250 Pass fresh and exciting for our visitors. If you have any new discounts, special offers, or exclusive deals you’d like included, please send us a brief description along with any relevant details. Sharing your latest promotions helps us showcase the best of what our partners have to offer and ensures pass holders get the most value from their experience.

 

Travel Trends Report

SMARInsights, Visit Williamsburg's research partner, publishes a monthly travel trends report for the region's hospitality industry. January’s report discusses the significant changes of 2026 such as biometrics and digital identity usage, and more. 

VIEW REPORT
 

Join Us for a Visit Williamsburg Extranet Webinar

We’re excited to invite our lodging partners to an upcoming webinar focused on helping you get the most out of the Visit Williamsburg Extranet platform and strengthen your sales efforts on Thursday, March 12 at 2 pm

Whether you’re new to the system or simply looking for a refresher, this session will walk you through practical tips and tools to help you succeed. During the webinar, you’ll:

  • Confidently navigate the Extranet platform
  • Learn best practices for responding to leads
  • Discover tools to boost your visibility and partner engagement

This is a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, ask questions, and ensure you’re maximizing every opportunity available through the Extranet. Please RSVP!

RSVP
 

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