***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.
Denise says
Richmond Me…did you know that Richmond is an independent city and not part of a county.
Kelly Cronin says
RICHMOND ME!!! and I know that Richmond was the capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War. See, I kind of payed attention in my American History classes! :)
Kelly Cronin says
*paid :)
Leah Stewart says
Richmond Me! I know that it is a city and not part of any county–and that it is the capital of my home state!
Dina says
Richmond me!
I’ve always wanted to visit Richmond and visit St John’s Church to see the spot where Patrick Henry delivered his “Give me liberty or give me death” speech. Your city has such great history!
Melissa says
RICHMOND ME! I dont know much about Richmond, but being new to baltimore, and after reading your blog and keeping up with John on Instagram, I need to visit soon! :)
Lauren J. says
Richmond me! Sad to say, I don’t know much about Richmond other than it’s the capital and where y’all live! ..a perfect reason to visit :)
Mary Fangman says
RICHMOND ME
after seeing your post all I know about Richmond is that I would love to go there.
amber rhodes says
RICHMOND ME
I honestly just knew that it was the capital of VA, and that you and 7th house on the left lived there! :) I worked in Norfolk/VA beach for a summer, and never got to visit Richmond, this would be a fun trip!
Ashley P says
RICHMOND ME!
I love Richmond because it’s where my husband and I got engaged! I’d love to go back for a visit. Good luck with the book, you guys!!
Susanne says
RICHMOND ME!
I don’t actually know much about Richmond, but I’m looking forward to learning more! I know my best friend’s husband hails from there… :]
Erin says
Richmond Me! I don’t know anything about Richmond, except what you all share and would love to explore it with my hubby!
Lindsay says
RICHMOND ME – If my high school American History class memory serves me correctly, Richmond was the capital of the Confederacy.
Jeanna says
RICHMOND ME!
All I know about Richmond is what you guys share with us on the blog! Oh, wait- I also know I wanna have a vacation there!
Emily P says
RICHMOND ME! All I know is that Richmond was the capital of the Confederacy… guess it’s time to go read Wikipedia and learn some more!
Stephanie says
RICHMOND ME!
I know that it’s the capital of Virginia and where you cool people live. :) That’s about it. I’m lacking in Richmond knowledge!
Kasey Befeler says
“RICHMOND ME” The median home cost in Richmond is $134,200 (or so said one website). =)
Kasey M. says
“RICHMOND ME”
On thing I know about Richmond is hat there is a historic neighborhood called “the fan,” that I would love to stroll through! (And I know it’s where you two live.)
Angela Wilson says
RICHMOND ME!!
I love Richmond. I know that monument avenue has some dreamy homes that I never mind looking at!!
Heather {ModernMealsforTwo} says
RICHMOND ME!
Everything I know about the city is thanks to your blog. I think it’s time to change that… with this free trip ;)
Andrew says
RICHMOND ME
I know that the mascot of Richmond University is the SPIDERS!!!!
Shelley Bohlman says
RICHMOND ME!!! The only random fact I have is my fave bloggers live there. And the Civil War was partially fought there. Great giveaway! =)
Amy says
RICHMOND ME! I don’t know any fun facts, just that I considered going to the University of Richmond for awhile because I heard how pretty it is there!
LisaR says
RICHMOND ME! I know nothing about Richmond, but would love to find out more. If it’s good enough for you, it’s good enough for me!
Nicole says
RICHMOND ME!!!
Home of the University of Richmond Spiders.
Margaret says
Richmond Me Please!
We celebrated our third anniversary in Richmond in 1980!
Jamie says
RICHMOND ME!!
I know it’s the capitol of Virginia and that it’s about 1hr away from Charlottesville :)
Rachel A says
Richmond Me! Would love to come and eat and shop in this great city.
Stephanie says
RICHMOND ME!
All I know about Richmond is that every time I see a post about the fun stuff you guys find to do there, I get a little jealous that my city isn’t half that exciting :)
Adrienne says
RICHMOND ME! The only thing I know about Richmond is that it’s on a river and that y’all live there – clearly I need a visit to educate myself :)
Ann says
Richmond Me!! I have two UR grads and I LOVE that city!
Stephanie says
Richmond me! (please)
Melissa says
RICHMOND ME!!
nicole says
“RICHMOND ME”
Sadly I am not great with state/city facts so I do know the basics that it is where you live and the capital….
I won’t ever win on Jeopardy! LOL ;-)
Miranda says
RICHMOND ME!! I had knew nothing about Richmond before reading your blog but it looks like a very cool city and actually reminds me a lot of Fort Worth (Texas) which is my hometown/current city. I would love to win this trip and take my husband with me, but either way I will see you guys in Dallas!
Sarah says
RICHMOND ME! I dont know much about richmond but i do know its on my short list of next places to live.
Jessica says
Richmond Me! …. What a dream to be able to attend! One fact I know about The River City is that my best friend lives there and she would love to join me at your book signing! :] Thanks or posting an amazing give away!
Courtney says
Richmond Me!
I know Richmond is the 3rd largest MSA in Virginia (thanks Wikipedia) and that you all live there!
Theresa says
RICHMOND ME. Important fact, richmond had the first streetcars in the U.S.
Christa @ a*typicaljourney says
RICHMOND ME!
The only thing I know about Richmond is that it’s the capital of Virginia… lol.
And that it’s stinking GORGEOUS and I’d LOVE to visit =D
Megan Gisi says
RICHMOND ME!
I’m not an expert on all things Richmond, but I do know that it is the capital of Virginia and it is where you live!
Good luck with all things book-related!
Stephanie B says
RICHMOND ME!!! I know my favorite bloggers that i’ve never met live there!!! :)
ellen says
RICHMOND ME!
Can’t say I know a single thing about Richmond other than the things you’ve posted about it. Sounds like a beautiful place to live and raise a family!
shelley says
RICHMOND ME! Outside Magazine awarded Richmond the winner of the title “best river town in America”
Becca T. says
RICHMOND ME!!! I’m a Richmond native and would love to go back… so I know it’s a fact that I really miss Ukrop’s (Martin’s now), Maymont, Pony Pasture, Belle Isle, Joe’s Inn… the list could go on and on!
Caroline says
RICHMOND ME
Richmond is an independent city and not part of a county!
Amy says
RICHMOND ME…..
Richmond is not in Richmond County.
Suzanne says
RICHMOND ME! I know nothing about Richmond so it would be fun to visit:)
Carly says
Richmond me! I honestly don’t know much about Richmond but my brother was stationed near there and said it was great. He loved the river!
Sarah J. says
RICHMOND ME!
Pretty much all I know is that it’s the state capitol. Looks like a blast! I’d love to win :)
Erin says
RICHMOND ME! I honestly don’t know much about Richmond, aside from what I learn from you guys. But I am dying to visit because John’s morning run Instagrams are so beautiful! Oh, and I’ve never seen the leaves turn in real life (as we don’t have seasons in California), so I would love, love, love to experience that.