***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.
Brittany says
Richmond Me!
I know it has a river; that’s about it!
Tipling says
Richmond me!
I have not been to Virginia but my husband lived there for a while and we have been trying to get there so he can show me around. I hear it is beautiful!
Mandy says
RICHMOND ME!
Please! I know that it looks like a beautiful city that I’d love to visit!
Peter says
RICHMOND ME! I have a friend who is an Episcopal Priest at a church in Richmond, VA.
Jessica says
Richmond me!!
I know that Richmond is where Patrick Henry gave his famous “Give me liberty or give me death” speech!
Sara C says
RICHMOND ME!!!
I know I probably learned a lot of historic and interesting facts about Richmond during Jr. High history classes but all I know now is that my favorite bloggers reside there!!
David says
“RICHMOND ME”. One random fact is that our family cant wait to visit!
Lulu says
Richmond me! Having gone to school in Williamsburg, I spent a fair amount of time in Richmond. I know there are neighborhoods called The Fan, Shockoe Bottom, The Slip, and Carytown. And that one of my best friends and her adorable baby lives there and I’d love a chance to visit her and see all that Richmond has to offer!
Cassie Harline says
RICHMOND ME!!! It is just a little ways away from Swan Island which looks really fun too! I just LOVE your blog and wish you the best luck with the new book!!!
Amber Converse says
RICHMOND ME!
My DIY idols live in Richmond!
Lara says
RICHMOND ME!!! I don’t know much about Richmond, but would love the trip to explore and find out!
Vicky says
RICHMOND ME!
I’m from DE have a distant uncle who used to live there in a beautiful development with his fam. I was a kid when I stayed with them for a week and remember an awesome playground/ballpark where we spent a lot of time.
I also remember an amazing “gourmet-ish” pizza place in an industrial area that I would love try again (if it’s still there and if I remember the name). An old college friend once brought me (and my boyfriend and her boyfriend) home to Richmond for a long weekend. We had a great time: went to an outdoor concert with lots of local bands, ate at this pizza place, and she showed us lots of local flair. I don’t know the area well, but would love to experience again! Any ideas about this mysterious pizza restaurant?
Lisa H. says
Richmond me! Besides getting to visit with you guys, I would love to visit all the historical areas in Richmond. =)
Marcela says
RICHMOND ME!
I had some troubles this morning, sorry if it’s double…and I only know it’s a river city :)
Kirstin says
RICHMOND ME!
I know that Richmond is home to VCU!
Katie says
Richmond me!!!!! Most of what I know about Richmond I’ve learned from your blog!
Stephanie says
RICHMOND ME!! I know its gorgeous out there in Richmond, and there are a lot of noted historical moments that happened in your town that are a part of US history. Oh and of course my all time favorite DIY bloggers live there!
Megan says
Richmond Me!!!
I would love to visit, that’s a fact!
Matt says
Richmond ME!
It’s only right that a displaced native Richmonder wins a grand return, right? Especially to the home of the Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death speech!
Lauren S. says
Richmond me! My favorite DIY bloggers happen to live there :)
Jessica says
RICHMOND ME!
I know zero about Richmond (what better way to learn than to visit?!?), but it is my son’s first name!
Amber says
Richmond me! I have a friend who lived there and he’s told me its awesome. Hope I win!
Lauren H says
RICHMOND ME!!!
Pretty pretty please!
I have never been there so I don’t know many facts except that you guys make it look fun to live there!
Emily says
Richmond Me!
I know very little about your fair city, but would be excited to learn more!
MaryVB says
RICHMOND ME
I’d love to see and experience the city that boasts the greatest blog ever!
Kristen says
RICHMOND ME! It’s where younghouselove is!!!
Aimee says
Richmond me!
Capital of Virginia! And I’ve never been, although I lived in Fairfax Co. for 8 years as a kid. I’m overdue! :)
Emily says
Richmond Me!
About the only thing I know about Richmond is that you guys live there (I didn’t even know it was the state capital!). Perhaps I should brush-up on my US geography….
Sara says
RICHMOND ME! It’s the capital of Virginia! :)
P.S. This trip would be the perfect birthday gift for this here Nov. 9th lady!
Taurie Dechow says
RICHMOND ME! :)
Virginia has had three different capital cities: Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Richmond.
Richmond was also the capital of the Confederate States!
Please, please, please Richmond me!
Alex A says
RICHMOND ME!
Basically all knowledge I have of Richmond is from your blog, but you’ve made it look like a very cool place!
Sarah says
Richmond me! I currently know nothing of Richmond. Hopefully that will soon change! :)
Belinda says
RICHMOND ME! I wanna meet you guys!!
Maureen says
Richmond Me!
Richmond’s where Patrick Henry shouted “Give me liberty or give me death!”
Sarah says
Richmond Me! Only been to Virginia once in 7th grade and I think it was only for a few hours. I would love to visit and check out the awesome city and meet you both!
Alison says
Richmond Me, oh please! I know that Richmond is very hot in the summer and that the traffic on 95 is sometimes annoying… obviously that means I’ve only ever driven through :)
Pradeep says
RICHMOND ME!
Ashley says
RICHMOND ME! john and sherry live there!
Rikke says
RICHMOND ME!!!
I know the University of Richmond are the spiders, which I think is a bizarre mascot. Sadly, that’s pretty much all I know about Richmond. HOWEVER, I’ve heard nothing but amazing things about the city and would love to check it out!
Cassi King says
RICHMOND ME!
Geographically, Richmond is located at the fall line of the James River, 44 miles (71 km) west of Williamsburg, 66 miles (106 km) east of Charlottesville, and 98 miles (158 km) south of Washington, D.C
Thank you Wikipedia!! ;)
jen says
Richmond me! The first I remember hearing of Richmond (other than the capitol part) was it was Whitley’s hometown on A Different World.
Katie Greenlaw says
Richmond ME!! My brother lived in Richmond for years. I’ve visited many times, and loved the Fan, River Road, Short Pump Mall, and of course Rock Bottom Pizza. They had their wedding rehearsal dinner there.
Amanda says
RICHMOND ME!!! The only thing I know about Richmond is that it looks like a beautiful place to call home and I would love to visit!!! :)
Sarah says
Richmond Me!
I am sad to say that the only thing I really know about Richmond is that you live there but it sounds like a great place to visit.
mary says
RICHMOND ME!
Amanda says
Richmond me! I think of Richmond as a small-yet-big, artsy, collegey enclave in the South, not unlike my beloved Lexington, Kentucky…thanks for all the giveaways!
Robin says
RICHMOND ME!!
I’ve only been to WEST Virginia, and I would want it’s south east cousin to get jealous!
Michelle C says
RICHMOND ME! Everything I know about Richmond I know from this blog! :)
Jacqueline says
RICHMOND ME!
I don’t know much about Richmond, but what I’ve seen on this blog makes it sound great! What a wonderful giveaway!
Erin says
RICHMOND ME!! I’ve never been there and would love to see it all! Fun fact–Richmond served as the capital of the Confederate States of America during the Civil War.