***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.
Beth says
“RICHMOND ME”
This would be the perfect babymoon. Fingers crossed.
Jenny says
RICHMOND ME! I don’t know many facts about Richmond, but it looks like an awesome place to live/visit from the photos and adventures that you guys post!
Gwen says
RICHMOND ME! You know, I heard it was recently named the Best River Town in America by no less than Outdoor Magazine! Fancy that!
In any case, I’d love to win; you guys make it sound like an awesome place, and the only east coast state I’ve ever been to is Florida (where we lived), AND Nov 8th is my birthday, and that would be such an awesome way to spend it.
Thanks for arranging the giveaway!
Jamie says
Richmond me!
The only thing I know is that it’s in Virginia but I would love to learn more by exploring using this fabulous prize!
Susan says
RICHMOND ME! The last time I was in Richmond I was my dear friend Lila’s maid of honor in 1985! We had just graduated college and I carried a white parasol and wore a puffy satin dress. The things you do for friends! Lila and John are still happily married.
Angie says
Richmond me! I’ve always wanted to visit because it looks so pretty.
Dawn says
RICHMOND ME!
I’m only about an hour north, but I love Richmond. I love the historic district. There is a cute cafe near the historic area that is all vintage-y, though I can’t remember the name. I hope to find it again, though! I am excited about shopping your favorite spots.
Carolyn says
“RICHMOND ME” … I know that Richmond is in Virginia, but that’s about it. Hopefully, I get to learn a little more.
Asia says
Richmond Me!
FACT: My very lovely sister-in-law is a news anchor for Channel 8 News in Richmond! :-)
Karen T. says
Richmond me! Did you know Richmond was originally settled in 1607? Soooo crazy….such history!
Amy @ a new old house says
RICHMOND ME!
I don’t know much about the city of Richmond… but would love to find out!
Alison says
Richmond Me!!!
Richmond was the capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War.
Vanessa and Stephen says
RICHMOND ME!
We know that it’s on our list of places to visit because we’ve considered moving there…(Missouri is boring – we want someplace cool!)
Kate says
RICHMOND ME!
I know next to nothing about Richmond, other than it’s the state capitol. Would love to visit!!
Joy S. says
Richmond ME!
All I know is that it’s the capital of VA and where you guys live. Kudos to you guys for such an AMAZING giveaway!
Scott says
RICHMOND ME!
All I know about Richmond is my wife is obsessed with YHL!
Wehaf says
RICHMOND ME! Richmond is not part of any county.
Mark says
Richmond Me! I just met several people from Richmond this weekend and many of them were Baltimore Orioles fans. Being from Baltimore myself, I was very surprised and delighted.
Kimberly says
Richmond ME! The only thing that I know about Richmond it that it is an old town and it is in Virginia. I definitely need to win this so that I can experience the Eastern United States!
Jenni says
RICHMOND ME!
Fun Fact: I have never been to Richmond but so excited for your book!
Renata says
RICHMOND ME PLEASE :)
Richmond fun fact-the following movies have been filmed in Richmond:
THE BOX, HANNIBAL, THE JACKAL, HEARTS IN ATLANTIS, THE CONTENDER, EVAN ALMIGHTY, AND IRON JAWED ANGELS!
ChrisG. says
RICHMOND ME! Did you know my wife really, really, really wants to go to Richmond?? that should be history enough ;)
Ann Scott says
RICHMOND ME! Honestly, before I started reading your blog, the only thing I knew about Richmond was that it’s the capitol of Virginia. Now I know so much more!
Phyllis says
RICHMOND ME!
Richmond is the capital of Virginia.
Celisa says
RICHMOND ME! I know it is where you live and that I have put it on my list to visit….I love the shopping options you have and your favorite Richmond exclusives.
Kelly McK says
RICHMOND ME! Capital of the lover’s state!
Alyssa says
RICHMOND ME PLEEEEEEEASE!! I don’t know anything about Richmond really except that its in Virginia. But I’m dying to win since you won’t be in my hometown. :(
April says
Richmond me, I know you have the triple junction, one of the few places in the USA where 3 railroads cross.
Karen J says
RICHMOND ME … I did know that Richmond is called the River City.
Jeanette says
RICHMOND ME!!! PLEASE!! Richmond is the capital of VA, where the world’s best design bloggers live and it’s cool that the Lincoln movie was shot there – fun! I want to come along with my companion in adventure :D J
Greta says
RICHMOND ME!
…please? :)
Lynn says
RICHMOND ME! Virginia Museum of Fine Arts – worth the visit.
I would love to win.
sally says
RICHMOND ME! Richmond is the Capitol of Virginia,and we visited with our three kids a couple of years ago and loved it!
KarenH says
RICHMOND ME!!! No matter how much the Virginia wants travelers to take the 295 bypass, it’s usually faster to go straight through downtown when heading south. :)
Liz says
RICHMOND ME! It’s about 1,200 miles from my house in Minnesota and that sounds about perfect for a fun weekend away!
Aman says
Richmond me!! Never been to Virginia but would love to see your city.
Brian says
RICHMOND ME! I would love to take my wife to meet you guys!!
Josh K says
RICHMOND ME! My wife would love this give away since she loves you guys. It would be perfect timing for our one year wedding anniversary trip also!
Alisha Lombardi says
Richmond Me!
All I know its the capital of Virginia…which is for lovers!
Kristin says
RICHMOND ME!!!!! It’s on my way to my favorite vacation spot- the Outer Banks!
Clare says
Richmond Me!! I know Richmond was the home of the Tredegar Iron Works, which produced most of the iron used on the CSS Virginia (first ironclad)!
Sheryl says
Richmond me!
Eleven years ago and change, I was gearing up to move from Atlanta to Richmond and 9/11 happened, and that was the catalyst for other stuff (vague much?), and instead I moved to Portland, OR. While I don’t regret my decision to move to Portland one bit, I do sometimes wonder what my life would look like now if I’d moved to Richmond instead. I and I lament the little brick house I was about to put an offer on…..
Anyway, I know Richmond is cool. I know I love Carytown! And the VMFA! And breakfast at the New York Deli!
mary says
richmond me!!
my grandpa worked as a judge in richmond in the sixties, and apparently the snowfall was so big my dad and uncles could build igloos on their front steps.
Carrie says
Richmond me!!! All I know about Richmond is that it looks absolutely beautiful and I’d love to visit!
Samantha says
Richmond ME!! The only thing I know about Richmond is that you guys live there!!
Jessica huffman says
Richmond me!
Fact..i grew up in west va, which used to be part of virginia and still gets some people cpnfused!
trish says
RICHMOND ME!! Richmond is south of me and I would love to visit!
Heike says
RICHMOND ME!
OMG I love Chihuly!!! And I knew it was the capital of Virginia?
neree says
Richmond me!
The only thing I know about Richmond is where to find it on the map, and anything you’ve shared with us on your blog…
Laura says
Richmond me!!
A little google search tells me that Richmond is an independent city and not part of any county!