The People That Matter

Trade shows are far more than meeting other writers; it is really the CVB and Tourism Board that matter. They are the ticket. Seeing some that were met last year added greatly to this showcase. If fact I reconnected with two of my favorites, Steve Zimmermann from Alexandria VA and Karen Hedelt of Fredericksburg VA. I visited both cities last year after attending the Travel Media show in Tucson last year. They did phenomenal itins complete with sites, restaurants and lodgings so I am forever a fan of Virginia. Better yet they are fun people to hang with again. These guys are pros.

Steve updated me on Alexandria’s happenings and my favorite Metro DC city is booming. In fact I meant to head into DC on my visit but never left except to go to Mt. Vernon, very nearby. Steve then filled me in on news there. While doing digs on GW’s house they found his distillery. In his day the man was the largest distributor of whiskey. Alexandria then held a benefit using old time punch recipes, and big distillers jumped on board. Head down and take advantage of the area’s pub and dinner promotions. My favorite eatery, Eve’s is the place to be. Congrats to Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood on being named as one of the top place to live in America. God I love this city! Will tell more about the Fred Burg soon.