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.
SEPTEMBER 2024
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