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Virginia For Lovers Campaign Inducted to Advertising Walk of Fame

Virginia is for Lovers was inducted into the National Advertising Walk of Fame on Monday night at a celebration in New York!!! Story by Alicia Bailey, of The Virginia Travel organization.

You’re Invited – Big News for Virginia is for Lovers and the state tourism industry! We've got great news to share - Virginia is for Lovers was inducted into the National Advertising Walk of Fame on Monday night at a celebration in New York!!! This is a huge honor and we want to thank everyone who voted to put Virginia over the top to become one of two iconic slogans inducted this year. COME CELEBRATE WITH US. Join Governor Tim Kaine and the Virginia tourism industry on Wednesday, Sept. 23 at the Virginia State Capitol at 12:30 p.m. as we share the love and all the details. Wear your favorite Virginia is for Lovers apparel. Look for us on the steps of the Capitol. Virginia's win was no small effort! We were up against major national competition including Nike -Just Do It, McDonalds - I'm Lovin' It, Got Milk? and What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas. As we continue to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Virginia is for Lovers - this goes to show that love does conquer all and 40 really is the new 20! Thank you and hope to see a great crowd on Wednesday as we celebrate. There is no need to RSVP and this is a rain or shine event. Please forward this email to all your friends who might be able to attend!! Alisa Bailey President & CEO Virginia Tourism Corporation 901 East Byrd Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 TEL 804 545 5512 - office 804 305 8298 - mobile FAX 804 545 5501 EML abailey@virginia.org WEB www.virginia.org consumer www.vatc.org industry