***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.
Jeff says
RICHMOND ME!!!
Richmond is the capital of VA
Jess says
RICHMOND ME!!! All I know about Richmond is it must be a awesome town to live in ;-)
S.C. says
RICHMOND ME! I have been there once and the zoo is the funniest thing ever – is very cool but it feels like its in someones backyard!
Csilla says
Richmond Me!
This would be so fun! And maybe my only chance to have you sign my book (and I can’t wait for it to get here already!)
Sadly, don’t know much about Richmond… but a visit would be a great way to find out lots more!
Beth @ BAndBBuildALife.com says
Richmond me!
Andrea in KS says
RICHMOND ME! I know nothing of Richmond besides the fact it is in Virginia. I’ve love to win the trip and learn more!
Anne H. says
RICHMOND ME!
The only two things I know (I live in the US now but I was born in the Netherlands… so that might have to do with it!), are that the fall colors in and around Richmond are really pretty… and that you guys live there! Would love to discover more!
Nicole says
RICHMOND ME!!
The annual Lebanese Food Festival is a must! I grew up in Richmond and definitely miss it!!!
Sandrine says
Richmond me! I’ve been to Richmond once with my hubby for his work but I didn’t get to explore and enjoy it.
Matthew says
RICHMOND ME! I only know Richmond is the capital of Virginia.
Tammy says
RICHMOND ME!
The one fact I know about Richmond is that it is 2 hours 51 minutes away from where my brother lives in Inwood, WV. Each time I go visit him, I try to convince everyone for a road trip further south. Someday (hopefully with this giveaway) I will get my wish and visit Richmond.
Laura says
RICHMOND ME I was born in Richmond and would love to visit.
Lauren says
RICHMOND ME! I know that your fav restaurant, The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing, is actually above a boathouse where rowers practice!
Erin Roldan says
Richmond me! Honestly the only thing I know about Richmond is that it is the capital, but it sounds wonderful and would love to tour it:)
Kayla says
RICHMOND ME!! The best part about Richmond is that you guys are there!!!
Morgan says
RICHMOND ME!
I’ve never been to Richmond, VA so I know very little about it. But, geez, I’d love to go! This would be an amazing opportunity and would really help me decorate and gather ideas for our renovation!
susan says
Richmond me!
The city was founded in 1737. That’s old! Can’t wait to come see it in person!
Heather says
Richmond me
Patrick Henry gave his “Give me liberty or give me death” speech at St. John’s Church in Richmond, VA in 1775.
Melody says
RICHMOND ME!
Victoria says
Richmond me!!
My VA knowledge is of the SW part of the state.
Kim says
RICHMOND ME!
I know that when my family is making the long drive to our vacation home in South Carolina, seeing the sign for Richmond means we’re about halfway to our destination!
KG says
Richmond me! The best fact I know is that my good friend Noah lives there. And we love to visit.
Gail R says
RICHMOND ME!
On April 18, 1780, the state capital was moved from the colonial capital of Williamsburg to Richmond, to provide a more centralized location for Virginia’s increasing westerly population, as well as to isolate the capital from British attack.
I now know this from wikipedia.
Julia @ Chris Loves Julia says
Richmond Me!! While growing up, my dad lived in Richmond, Virginia AND Richland, Washington…and I could never, ever keep them straight as a child.
jayna says
Richmond me! I know it’s the perfect place for a weekend getaway in the fall, gorgeous colors all around!
Heather Bailey says
RICHMOND ME!
All I know is that you guys live there and it’s in VA. :)
Omar says
RICHMOND ME
Capital of Virginia!
Carrie says
Richmond me!
I just knew it was the capital but since reading your blog and seeing all the awesome places there I have been wanting to visit!
Antonella says
Richmond Me
Brian says
“RICHMOND ME”
I had no idea about the River City… but being from the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” it sounds like a place I should visit!
Melissa says
RICHMOND ME!
Richmond–the present state capital of Virginia is also the capital of the Confederacy!
Rebecca says
richmond me. I can’t say I really know anything about it, other than that its in NOVA, not far from my in-laws.
Kristen says
RICHMOND ME! I know it is Virginia’s capital, but that is really it! I would love to visit!
Melissa says
“RICHMOND ME”
Richmond fact:”Richmond is an independent city and not part of a county”
Leslie Ann says
RICHMOND ME!!!!!!!!! I know that Richmond has an aweaome college called VCU where I used to attend!!! I moved to Ohio, but I miss Richmond so much and would LOVE to be Richmond-ed!!!
Barbara O'Neill says
RICHMOND ME!!!
I don’t know much about Richmond but I would love to explore the city!
Erin S says
RICHMOND ME
The only facts I know about Richmond is that it’s where you live and that it’s the capital. I hope to learn more Nov 8!!!
Abby says
RICHMOND ME!
All I know about Richmond is that you guys live there!!!! And I would LOVE to come see you guys!
Amanda says
Richmond me! I know nothing about Richmond.
Traci P says
RICHMOND ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know Richmond is home to the cutest chihuahua I’ve ever seen!
Elizabeth E says
RICHMOND ME (please)…I know it is where you guys live, and from your pictures, it looks gorgeous!!
Sara Rogers says
RICHMOND ME! My fact about Richmond is that I have never been there and would love to go!
Katie Abramczyk says
Richmond me! I don’t know anything and would live to learn in November!
Laura says
RICHMOND ME! One fact that I know.. it’s a place I’ve never been, plus my favorite DIY bloggers live there!!
Brandy says
Richmond me.
Liz says
RICHMOND ME! I’ve driven through Richmond, and I know that you live there, but beyond that, I don’t know much! My friend and I were just discussing last night how much we want to visit there because of how cool you guys make it sound!
Erika says
Richmond me!
I know that it’s a beautiful place and a great hangout to bring kiddos. I can’t wait to explore it!
Corie says
RICHMOND ME! The only thing I know is that it’s in Virginia – never been but sounds like a fun place!
Katie says
Richmond me.. My husband is from that area so going back together would be fun.
Bryce says
Richmond me! Richmond is home to 1 of the only 12 US federal Reserve Banks in the country!