The United State Post Office (USPS) is warning against using their blue mailboxes during the holiday season. USPS officials say that not only have reports of mail fraud and theft been on the rise year-round but the crimes tend to peak during the holiday season, and those blue mailboxes are becoming more frequent targets. If…… Read More
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Carnival Cruise Lines and City of Norfolk Announce Expanded Partnership
Ahoy! It looks like there will be lots of opportunities in upcoming years to set sail to warm weather destinations from Norfolk. Carnival Cruise Line and the City of Norfolk have announced an expanded partnership! In 2023, Carnival ships will be operating monthly departures from Norfolk from May-October. Upcoming destinations include The Bahamas, Bermuda, and…… Read More
Airbnb Eliminates Hidden Fees For Guests
Airbnb announced Monday that going forward it will be listing pricing for lodging options in a more transparent manner. A new filter option will allow Airbnb users to see the total price of a rental, before taxes, instead of the nightly rate. This includes cleaning fees, and anything else included by the Host. This feature is supposed…… Read More
Dunkin’ Introduces New Holiday Menu Items for 2022
Get your caffeine fix this holiday season with new menu items at Dunkin! Dunkin‘ debuted their holiday menu on November 2nd which includes a new cookie butter cold brew, along with two new sweet items, a cookie butter donut, and a pancake “wake-up” wrap. According to a press release, the cookie butter cold brew is…… Read More
2022 Starbucks Holiday Drink Guide: When to Get the Peppermint Mocha and More
The holiday season is here…at Starbucks! The iconic Starbucks red holiday cups are back November 3rd along with the Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Chestnut Praline Latte, Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, Irish Cream Cold Brew and the nondairy Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte. New in 2022 to Starbucks’ food menu will be a Chocolate Pistachio…… Read More
The McRib to Return to McDonald’s For a “Farewell Tour”
The McRib is back for a limited time at McDonald’s beginning Oct. 31st. The fast-food chain announced the popular sandwich’s return saying, “Get one while you can because this is the McRib Farewell Tour.” McDonald’s told fans on its website. “Enjoy our famous pork sandwich as if it’s your last!” As part of its “Farewell…… Read More
Virginia Zoo Welcomes Malayan Tiger and Red Pandas to Asia-Trail Exhibit
The Virginia Zoo has welcomed three new residents to the Asia-Trail of the Tiger exhibit. According to a press release, a female Malayan tiger named Cahaya arrived at the zoo in late May and explored her exhibit for the first time in early August. Early last week, the zoo introduced two new female red pandas,…… Read More
Williamsburg Chef to Appear on ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ Season Premiere
Hell’s Kitchen kicks off season 21 this week with a Williamsburg chef set to appear. Oldies vs Newbies, who will conquer #HellsKitchen? 🧓 👶 All-new season premieres September 29 on @FOXTV. pic.twitter.com/sRP9lQenE2 — Hell's Kitchen (@HellsKitchenFOX) August 3, 2022 Ileana Gabrielle D’Silva, a sous chef at Casa Pearl in Williamsburg, will compete on the reality…… Read More
Busch Gardens Announces ‘DarKoaster,’ First Indoor Straddle Roller Coaster “Only For the Bravest Souls”
A spooky new experience is coming to Busch Gardens Williamsburg next year. The theme park announced the world’s first all-indoor straddle roller coaster, “DarKoaster,” will open in 2023. The new ride will be located where “Curse of DarKastle” used to be and is set to pay homage to the coaster which closed in 2017. According…… Read More
Guests 62+ Get Free Admission to the Virginia Zoo on ‘Senior Wednesdays’ in September
To celebrate seniors and the contributions they make to our communities, the Virginia Zoo is offering free admission to guests over the age of 62 every Wednesday in September. This discount can only be used for walk-ups. Seniors will need to bring a valid ID as proof of age at the time of entry. Other…… Read More