***THIS GIVEAWAY HAS REACHED ITS 10,000 ENTRY CAP AND IS NOW CLOSED – SEE WHO WON BELOW!***
And our VERY lucky winner this week is… Hallie (who knows that Belle Isle was once a fishing village for the Powhatan Indians – something even we hadn’t heard). Congrats – and see you in a few weeks!
We’re spending today with the family for the holiday, but we had to drop in with our big giveaway for you guys. See, when we found out we’d be speaking at this year’s R.Home for the Holidays event on November 8th (which we’ve gone to for the past four years for fun, so it’s really crazy to think that we’ll be speakers) a hair-brained idea popped into my head: what if we gave away a trip to Richmond? And when I mentioned it to the kind folks at Richmond Magazine (the hosts of the event), they not only didn’t call me crazy – they said “let’s do it!” So with their help and the generous support of Visit Richmond VA, my hair-brained idea is coming to life (insert evil cackle here). And it’s bigger and better than I ever guessed it could be. That’s right, someone is about to get hooked up.
The prize includes round-trip airfare from anywhere in the continental United States (arriving Thursday, Nov 8 and departing Sunday, Nov 11) and car rental for the length of your stay – all courtesy of Visit Richmond VA. While you’re here, you’ll be put up for three nights in Richmond’s most iconic and stately hotel – The Jefferson.
And of course, Richmond Magazine is giving you tickets to (sold out!) R.Home for the Holidays on Thursday night where we’ll be speaking and doing a book signing (psst- it has now sold out so we’re working on a free Richmond signing that we’ll share as soon as it’s finalized for any interested locals).
As for what else you can do while you’re here… what about a $100 gift card to one of our favorite restaurants? The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing overlooks the city and is actually the spot where Sherry and I celebrated finding out she was pregnant with Clara.
And since you can’t come to our town and not hit up some of our favorite stores, we’ve wrangled $100 gift cards from four of our favorite spots: La Difference, Mongrel, Quirk Gallery and the consignment store trio of Clover (kids), Clementine (adults) and Ashby (teens).
Plus, Richmond Magazine and Visit Richmond VA are tossing in a bunch of passes to various Richmond must-dos, like the Chihuly glass exhibit at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (one of our favorites!) and a Real Richmond Food Tour that’ll give you a taste of several local restaurants in one night.
- PRIZE: As described above: a round-trip flight to Richmond for two people plus a car rental from Visit Richmond VA, a three night stay at The Jefferson Hotel, tickets to R.Home for the Holidays, $100 each to The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing, La Difference, Mongrel, Quirk Gallery, and Clover / Clementine / Ashby.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “RICHMOND ME” and tell us…
- BONUS QUESTION: … one fact you know about Richmond. Did you know that it’s known as The River City? Or that it was recently named The Best River Town In America by Outdoor magazine? Or that it’s where Spielberg’s new Lincoln movie was filmed? Or just that it’s the capital of Virginia and where we live?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, October 10th at 8pm EST or at 10,000 entries (whichever comes first)
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- ELIGIBILITY: Flights from the lower 48 United States only, must be 18 or older, tickets must be booked by October 15th. See more guidelines here. (*we really tried to get this to work as an international prize, so sorry that it couldn’t happen – maybe next year!)
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winner. Good luck…
Note: We aren’t paid or perked for hosting these giveaways, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of the Richmond Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau, The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond Magazine, R.Home Magazine, , La Difference, Mongrel.
Erika says
Richmond me! I know that monument row is a pretty cool street.
Heather Buescher says
Richmond Me! Richmondners go a bit nuts when it snows and buy out all the bread and milk at the grocery store…at least that is what used to happen when I lived there :).
Maggie says
RICHMOND ME…pretty pretty please with homemade frosting and and an organically grown cherry on top?
Jill says
Richmond me! Here’s a fact… My husband lived there just before I met him! I’d love to go and see that part of his life and see many friends I’ve never met. And I will bring an extra suitcase for all my loot!
Tammy C says
Richmond me!!
Its where you live — isnt that enough???
KatieLou says
Richmond Me! Richmond was the capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War.
Parker says
Richmond me! As a loyal dude who reads your blog (my wife got me checking it out), I think exploring your digs would be cool.
Amanda R. says
Richmond me! This is what I know about Richmond- when I use to live on the east coast and would travel between visiting family in Fredericksburg and home in NC, it would rain EVERY SINGLE TIME I drove through Richmond!
Kris says
Richmond Me! I don’t know much about Richmond, but I’ve heard the leaves are amazing this time of year. I would love to validate that with my own eyes when I win the trip!!!
KimB says
RICHMOND ME! During the civil war Richmond was the capital of the confederate states of America. Saw it on PBS recently. ;)
Tammie says
RICHMOND ME!!!! I know it’s where my favorite blogging couple, John and Sherry, live with their precious Clara and Burger. I’ve never been there, but would so love to visit!!
Savannah says
Richmond me! I have no facts about Richmond, other than I have never even been to that part of the US.
Candice M says
RICHMOND ME!
Not to sound like a fool, but YHL is pretty much the only thing I know is in Richmond. I am guessing you guys have pretty beautiful autumns there too!
Coree says
RICHMOND ME PLEASE!!!
The only thing I know about Richmond I read in this post!
Laurel says
RICHMOND ME!
I know Phillip Morris’s headquarters are there! Boo tobacco.
Karli says
Richmond ME!!!
Kasie says
RICHMOND ME!!!
I don’t know much about Richmond except that you guys probably have beautiful fall weather (unlike us in New Orleans) and I would love to come experience some fall weather for a weekend. :)
Marcia says
Richmond me…because I live nearby in Norfolk! But, I’d still love a little vacay because Richmond is a pretty sweet town…
Erin says
RICHMOND ME!!! Richmond is the capital and you guys live there.
Andrea A says
RICHMOND ME please!
I know Richmond is in Virginia (& its the capital) and that Virginia is the state over that way (versus TX)—> and up a little ;-)
…..Beyond those tidbits, I know nothing of Richmond but I’m totally willing to learn!!!
LoriM says
RICHMOND ME! I didn’t know much about Richmond which is why I need to visit!
Melissa says
RICHMOND ME
I don’t know much about your city but I would love to visit!
Jen says
Richmond Me!
The first thing I thought of (and I know this is cheesy and not necessarily related exactly to your city) is “Virginia is for Lovers”! Not really a fun fact, but hey!
Michelle R. says
Richmond me! I know that it’s the capital of VA, where you all live, and a town we drove through to visit family in Maryland.
Jen says
Richmond ME!
It’s the capital of Virginia with lots of historical sites!
Elizabeth says
RICHMOND ME! What do I know about Richmond? It’s where my husband’s aunt and uncle live. We’ve visited only once, and we loved it. What a great city.
Trina says
RICHMOND ME!
I know that Richmond is the perfect city for the new Lincoln movie to be filmed…and its where you guys live so that makes it an awesome place to visit!
Chenell says
RICHMOND ME!
Sadly, I only knew it was the capitol, and it would be tacky to steal one of your facts, and front like I was cool like that.
Wah-wah-wah-waaahhhhh
Jen says
Richmond Me!
The first thing I thought of (and I know this is cheesy and not necessarily related exactly to your city) is “Virginia is for Lovers”! Not really a fun fact, but hey!
Lowry McCool says
Richmond me!!
Things I know about Richmond…
#1-I’ve never been. I’d love the opportunity to travel to a new place.
#2-Richmond seems so full of inspiration. I’m a young, new homeowner and would love the chance to learn as many tips and tricks as I can.
#3-Who wouldn’t love a free vacay there?! :)
SarahSmile says
Ooooohweee How excited!!! Richmond MEEEEE pleeeeze!! I’ve never been and this event is right up my alley.
Through a little research, I found out that Richmond was the capital of the confederacy, moved from Montgomery, AL in 1861. :)
Heather says
RICHMOND ME” Richmond is the capital go Virgina! Right?
Stacy says
RICHMOND ME!
I don’t know a lot about Richmond, and I’m sad to say I’ve never visited before, but I do know that Patrick Henry delivered his “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” in the city!
Michelle Goslin says
Richmond me…. I’ve never been there but yall live there!!! I would love to visit and see y’all!
Kim Y says
RICHMOND ME! This isn’t a fun fact but it would be a fun babymoon!
amy Morris says
Richmond me!
Maribel Sotuyo says
Richmond me!!! During the American Civil War, Richmond served as the capital of the Confederate States of America – straight from Wikipedia so it MUST be true!!! :)
Mary Ann says
RICHMOND ME!
I know that I have family that use to live in Richmond.
Jacqui says
RICHMOND ME! They used to keep crocodiles at the Jefferson!
Miranda says
RICHMOND ME!! I’ve never been east of Chicago!
Rachel says
RICHMOND ME!
I know that there are several Richmond spots referenced in the Nickelodeon cartoon “Doug” because the show’s creator was from Richmond. Anyone remember that show or am I the only weird one?!
Stephanie says
Richmond me! I love capital of sweet VA and the VMFA too – especially its awesome African art collection!
Bethany LaVecchia says
Richmond Me!
Erica says
RICHMOND ME!
I only knew it was were you live, the capitial of virginia and on my list of places to go. After a pleasant stay in Raleigh, NC, we were told by many people we needed to make a trip to Richmond
Mery says
Richmond me! I know it’s along I-95, just like my hometown. Not a very interesting fact, but I’d love to visit.
Meredith says
Richmond Me!!! :)
I know Richmond is a beautiful place, but just from the pictures you post!
Rebecca says
Richmond me!!
Home of YHL!
neca says
richmond me! I’ve driven through on the way to Busch gardens many times but have never stopped!
Faith Harris says
Richmond Me: It is a cool city with a focus on community and the environment. Oh, and I want to visit it! :)
Jennifer says
RICHMOND ME!
I know Virginia is an awesome state full of US history – and Richmond sounds like an awesome place!