Fairfax County - In the News
Fairfax County is continually featured in local, national, and international media. Read the latest news from a variety of sources on some of the many things to do and see in this area, the heart of Northern Virginia.
All clips listed here are a direct result of Visit Fairfax from a press trip, press event, or media pitch; or mentions Visit Fairfax/Fairfax County tourism in some capacity. This is NOT a comprehensive list of coverage, but a selection of articles. For even more articles on Fairfax County's incredible things to do, be sure to visit our attraction and partner websites.
DECEMBER 2024
Connection Newspapers, December 10, 2024 - Visit Fairfax for History, Mild Weather, and Christmas Lights
Forbes, December 9, 2024 - 27 Restaurants Putting Northern Virginia on the Culinary Map
ConventionSouth, December 2024 - 2024 Readers' Choice Award Winners
NOVEMBER 2024
WTOP, November 28, 2024 - How Fairfax Co. is planning to celebrate America's 250th birthday
Perceptive Travel, November 22, 2024 - Lake Anne Charms Skeptical Visitor to Reston, Virginia
The Wanderer [Australian market], November 2024 - Virginia is for Lovers...of Health and Wellness [print]
Michelin Green Guidebook [French market], Fall 2024 - Northeast America guidebook highlights including Mount Vernon, Udvar-Hazy, Joon, Workhouse Arts, Paradise Springs, etc.
Le Figaro [French market], November 2024 - États D'Ame Americaine [print]
The Zebra Press, November 8, 2024 - A Korean Communal Eating Experience with Virginialicious
OCTOBER 2024
The Daily Mail [UK market], October 30, 2024 - At home with the president: As America goes to the polls, George Washington's house in Virginia is proving to be a vote winner
Perceptive Travel, October 25, 2024 - 5 Compelling Reasons to Visit Northern Virginia
The Wall Street Journal, October 21, 2024 - Why McLean, Virginia, Is the Priciest ZIP Code Near Washington, DC
The Travel Pub [Canadian market], October 21, 2024 - The Top 12 Must-See Attractions in Fairfax County VA
WETA-TV | WETA Arts, October 7, 2024 - Brutalist Architecture in Washington, DC
Melange, October 5, 2024 - Accessible Destination Round Up
Meetings Today, October 3, 2024 - Best Of Awards [Best East CVBs/DMOs]
SEPTEMBER 2024
Big Daddy Kreativ [Canadian market], September 20, 2024 - Taste Your Way Through Fairfax County Virginia
Northern Virginia Magazine, September 19, 2024 - The 50 Most Influential People in Northern Virginia [Barry Biggar]
Groups Today, September 17, 2024 - Virginia Is for ALL the Lovers
Forbes, September 17, 2024 - 5 Reasons Why You Should Plan A Weekend Trip to Alexandria, Virginia [Balian Springs]
Teach and Travel Magazine, September issue - So Much to Love in Virginia [print]
Mid-Atlantic Events Magazine, September issue - Location Report: Virginia [print]
AUGUST 2024
Convention South, August 19, 2024 - Visit Fairfax president Barry Biggar honored with prestigious Tower of Dulles Award
FFXnow, August 13, 2024 - Fairfax County tourism head wins award for boosting Dulles corridor's economy
Alexandria Living, August 9, 2024 - Visit Fairfax CEO to Be Honored
JULY 2024
Class Tourisme [French market], July 31, 2024 - Région Capital USA, les États-Unis autrement…
Fortune, July 23, 2024 - The Best Places to Live for Families 2024 - #3 - Chantilly
USAE, July 22, 2024 - Visit Fairfax Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Gazette Leader, July 9, 2024 - Fairfax stars gearing up for nation's big 250th-birthday bash
JUNE 2024
Sports Destinations Management, June 27, 2024 - A Sports Haven with Southern Hospitality
TysonsToday, June 11, 2024 - George Washington's Mount Vernon
MAY 2024
Wonders Within Reach, May 12, 2024 - Wheelchair Accessible Fairfax County, VA
St. Mary's Independent [Canadian Market], May 2, 2024 - Oh, The Places We'll Go: Working to tell the truth at Mount Vernon [print]
Sports Destination Management, May 1, 2024 - On the Coast, Offering the Most
APRIL 2024
Washingtonian, April 15, 2024 - 4 Underrated Outdoor Excursions Around the DC Area [Korean Bell Garden]
Side of Culture, April 3, 2024 - A Colonial Garden Blooms Again: George Mason's Gunston Hall
Southern Living, April 2, 2024 - The South's Best Cities On The Rise 2024 [Reston]
MARCH 2024
Matador Network, March 27, 2024 - 20 Reasons to Love Virginia's Fairfax County in 2024
Family Travels on a Budget, March 1, 2024 - Things to do in the Mosaic District
Family Travels on a Budget, March 1, 2024 - Explore Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
FEBRUARY 2024
FFXNow, February 14, 2024 - Clifton winery reps Fairfax County on world stage at Paris expo
Northern Virginia Magazine, February 14, 2024 - Paradise Springs Winery Represents NoVA at Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris
Family Travels on a Budget, February 8, 2024 - Mount Vernon: A complete guide for visitors
JANUARY 2024
Class Tourisme [French Market], January 22, 2024 - Pepe Moncayo, etoile Michelin au senteur de mediterranee
Southern Living, January 19, 2024 - 12 Best Things To Do In Reston, Virginia
DECEMBER 2023
Curb Free With Cory Lee, December 19, 2023 - 10 Wheelchair Accessible Things to Do in Fairfax County, Virginia
FOX 5 DC, December 12, 2023 - Holiday Cooking From Around the World [Pisco y Nazca Reston]
360* NordAmerika [German Market], December 8, 2023 - USA - From the first settlement to independence [print]
The Scottish Sun [UK Market], December 1, 2023 - Capital Region USA's Picturesque Small Towns Were The America I'd Always Dreamed Of [Clifton]
NOVEMBER 2023
Roadtrip Mag [French Market], November 2023 - Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginie: Sur la route des pionniers
L'Est Republicain [French Market], November 2023 - Virginie et Maryland aux origins de la nation americaine
Masculin.com [French Market], November 2023 - 5 bonnes raisons de choisir l'Etat de Virginie pour un sejour aux USA
The Herald [UK Market], November 22, 2023 - Is it whisky or whiskey? Rye versus single malt in Maryland & Virginia
SportsEvents Media Group, November 15, 2023 - Sports tourism generated $2.7B in spending for Virginia's economy
Family Travels On A Budget, November 2, 2023 - Fun Things To Do in Fairfax, VA for Families
OCTOBER 2023
Virginia Business, October 30, 2023 - Conventional wisdom; Conferences and meetings drive tourism spending [print]
Insider Travel Report, October 30, 2023 - Insider Video: How Your Clients Can Find an Amazing Vacation in Northern Virginia
Family Travels On A Budget, October 25, 2023 - Best Parks in Northern Virginia for Families
Traveling Tramps [German Market], October 17, 2023 - Wine and Planes in North Virginia
Mid-Atlantic Day Trips, October 17, 2023 - Unlock Her Story: The Lucy Burns Museum and Tales of a Suffragist Hero
SEPTEMBER 2023
Mid-Atlantic Day Trips, September 23, 2023 - From Dreaded Prison to Creative Paradise: The Remarkable Transformation of Lorton's Workhouse Arts Center
FFXNow, September 12, 2023 - New festival to celebrate Virginia coming to Tysons Corner Center
AUGUST 2023
FFXNow, August 28, 2023 - FOX 5 takes a ‘Zip Trip’ through Reston destinations and businesses
FOX 5 DC, August 25, 2023 - Zip Trip Takeover in Reston
Virginia Business Magazine, August 24, 2023 - New federal per diem rates provide bump for hotels
Mid-Atlantic Day Trips, August 22, 2023 - A Complex Legacy: Exploring George Washington’s Mount Vernon
JULY 2023
The Indian Express [India Market], July 24, 2023 - Exploring Virgin Horizons In America’s Newest Destination
OnManorama [India Market], July 24, 2023 - Virginia, perfect getaway destination for nature lovers
Matador Network, July 11, 2023 - Bring Your Kids To Virginia’s Fairfax County and Connect With America
Outlook Traveller [India Market], July 10, 2023 - Vibrant Virginia A Guide To The American States Best Kept Secrets
FOX 5 DC, July 7, 2023 - Brews and bites of the Vienna Inn!
FFXNow, July 5, 2023 - Fairfax County extends ‘LOVE’ sign to Philly in bid for tourism
WTOP, July 5, 2023 - Philly gets a Virginia LOVE sign, a first for Virginia tourism