Richmond

According to Partners for Livable Communities (April 2004), the Greater Richmond area is one of America’s 30 most livable communities. The area’s rich history and traditions balance the recent surge of innovation and the influx in business and growth that have swept the area. Each year the Greater Richmond area boasts new activities, shops, housing, and restaurants to offer its residents.

The various seasons offer a new frontier for Richmonders:

In the summer locals enjoy trips to the James River, area pools, and shopping at the two newly-constructed outdoor malls.

Autumn brings short drives to the mountains to see the changing leaves, family trips to Maymont Park, and haunted hay rides and pumpkin picking.

In the winter Richmond boasts the annual Grand Illumination of holiday lights downtown—a myriad of light tours—and carriage rides through the city.

In the spring Carytown offers boutiques and outdoor cafes, and downtown hosts the weekend Farmer's Market.

Richmond has more to offer than four distinct seasons and great shopping. Richmond is an attitude, a way of life.

Where else can visitors drive down the cobblestone streets of Monument Avenue to witness decades of architectural styles accented by historic statues? Richmond is about the Fan District and its eclectic residents, the Museum District and its rich history, Shockhoe Slip and its restaurants, and Shockhoe Bottom and its night life. From Belle Isle and lounging on the James River rocks to Friday Night Cheers on Brown’s Island, Richmond offers opportunities for entertainment as well as a community to call home.

For more information on relocating to the Greater Richmond area, please visit the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce.

Charlottesville

Imagine a city that is small enough to offer the laid-back feel of small-town life and diverse enough to provide a variety of experiences. From some of the country's finest mountain views to historic presidential homes and Mr. Jefferson’s University, Charlottesville is a city sure to capture your heart.

Nestled between the flatlands of the east coast and the peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains, hiking and backpacking on the Appalachian Trail are just minutes away. Stunning mountaintop views are even accessible by car via Skyline Drive and The Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors wishing to ski and participate in other outdoor activities will find some of the country's finest resorts within a short distance from Charlottesville.

For more information on relocating to the Charlottesville area, please visit the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce.