Escapes & Getaways

ESCAPES & GETWAWAYS

401. BEST KEPT MOUNTAIN SECRET

Take time with your family and head to the great outdoors . The fresh air and never-ending views combined with endless adventure outdoor activities at Snowshoe are sure to create memories for a lifetime . Whether you choose to head to the lake, the mountain or the village, there is something for everyone to enjoy . Stay for a week in a three-story condo located in Creekside Villas, which is only a short drive or shuttle bus ride to Snowshoe Downhill Bike Park . This end unit condominium offers five bedrooms, three full baths, and a fully-stocked kitchen, including a grill on the deck complete with scenic views, a concrete patio with hose to spray off bikes, and indoor storage . Available for up to one week at a mutually agreed upon time between March 20 and November 15, 2023 . Silvie and Brett Havens ‘90

402. FUN IN THE SUN

Enjoy peace and quiet along with family fun in one of the best neighborhoods in Myrtle Beach, SC . Carolina Winds Oceanfront Resort is a great place for families, couples or friends . This superb oceanfront location at 76th Avenue in North Myrtle Beach, complete with an impressive amenities package, provides a great place for that special Myrtle Beach family vacation, romantic getaway, or fun golf escape . Whatever your pleasure, you can enjoy indoor and outdoor swimming pools and whirlpools, a lazy river, exercise room, and much more . Package includes four nights, condo sleeps four comfortably with a maximum of six guests . Oceanfront angle view with large balcony, kitchen, living room, one full bath and spacious bedroom . The George Family - John, Page, Kirk ‘23 and Hamilton ‘26

403. UNPLUG & UNWIND

Take a step back into Virginia’s historic river country and enjoy the Chesapeake Bay lifestyle at this 100+ year-old farmhouse located in Deltaville, VA . Though this three bedroom and two and one half bath rustic farmhouse doesn’t offer cable or wired internet, it does offer spectacular views and a private beach . It’s a perfect opportunity for you and your family to disconnect during your four-day, three-night stay . Crab from the dock, enjoy time on the water with provided kayaks or better yet, set a chair on the beach and enjoy a good book . You’re sure to create memories that will last a lifetime . Please select mutually agreeable dates prior to December 31, 2023 . The three bedrooms in the main house offer full-sized beds . There is an additional bedroom above the garage with a set of twin beds . The home also offers a washer/dryer and air conditioning . Marcia and Pete Alcorn

404. A WEEKEND AT WINTERGREEN

Get away to the mountains of Virginia and enjoy a long weekend stay this summer in this Dobie condominium at Wintergreen . Select a mutually agreeable four-day/three-night stay in either June or July (excludes 7/30-8/5) and experience all the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer - including hiking, relaxing, sight-seeing, exploring, and sampling the numerous vineyards and craft breweries in the area, just to name a few . Bedrooms include five twins, one double, one king and two queens in the loft . Package does not include access to Wintergreen Fitness Center and Spa or any of the resort’s members-only amenities . Jennifer and Graham Gardner

405. IT’S BETTER IN THE BAHAMAS

Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is designed to celebrate the most iconic experiences of a vacation in the Bahamas . Perfect for families, friends or a romantic getaway, it offers a wide array of restaurants and nightlife options, beautifully landscaped pools, and one of the most pristine beaches in the Bahamas - all elevated by a perfect touch of luxury . This certificate is valid for a two-night stay in a Fountain View King . Package winner may extend their stay at their expense . Reservation based on availability . Deborah and Tim Knighton ‘91

406. A PLACE TO CREATE MEMORIES

Enjoy a two-night stay in a Vista Suite with water view at The Tides Inn, a 106-room waterfront resort located in Irvington, VA . Just one hour from Richmond, the Inn offers warm Southern hospitality that has kept families returning for generations . Enjoy an eclectic array of activities on the property including sailing courses, canoes and paddle boards, outdoor pool and golf course as well as numerous off-property attractions including local wineries and oyster trails . Daily breakfast for two is included as well as resort fee and tax; gratuities are not included . Reservation accepted based on availability - holidays or weekends excluded . Certificate valid through April 1, 2024 . The Tides Inn

407. A HIDDEN GEM IN THE MOUNTAINS

What could be healthier for the heart, mind, and soul than spending a weekend in the great outdoors? Look no further, as this charming cabin, just twelve miles from the Virginia Tech campus, is waiting for your arrival . The cabin sits on majestic Gap Mountain overlooking the New River . Enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities, including tubing, fishing and hiking . Take some time to visit Mountain Lake Lodge, filming location of the iconic movie ‘Dirty Dancing,’ as this just might be one of the ‘best times of your life .’ Amenities include outdoor wood fire pit, hot tub on deck, jacuzzi tub, gas fireplace on deck, and Weber Grill . Wine, French roast, and fresh country eggs are complimentary . Stay consists of two consecutive nights . Blackout dates include holiday and Hokie football weekends . Chase Niedermayer ‘70

408. SHRINE MONT GETAWAY

Shrine Mont is a conference and retreat center located in Orkney Springs, a community in western Shenandoah County, Virginia . Offering a variety of accommodations, Shrine Mont is a spectacular gateway for hiking, fishing, and relaxing as well as attractions such as Bryce Resort golfing, Luray Caverns and New Market Battlefield . The package is for two adults on a mutually agreeable Friday through Sunday stay and includes meals . Also included is a $150 activity voucher good toward any expenses you may incur . Shrine Mont - Cricket and Mike O’Connor

409. CHARLOTTESVILLE GETAWAY

Travel west towards Charlottesville with a stop in Keswick at Merrie Mill Farm and Winery . There you will find twelve acres of vineyards, seven varieties of grapes, and a 5,000 square foot tasting room designed to feel like home . Add eclectic antiques, personal artwork, and a 150-year-old taxidermy sea lion and you get a space that must be seen to be believed . Leave Keswick and travel to Charlottesville for a relaxing stay at the Quirk Hotel . It’s where downtown energy meets creative charm . Art-forward and designed to inspire, Quirk offers a boutique hotel experience that celebrates the region’s culture and history . Discover local artists at the Gallery, savor some of Virginia’s most innovative dining, and delight in a stay that’s everything but usual . Wine package includes a tasting of five flights of wine for six people and expires February 2024 . Quirk stay includes a $50 food and beverage credit . Please select a mutually available night; offer expires December 31, 2024 . Merrie Mill Farm and Winery - Quirk Hotel/Katie and Ted Ukrop ‘83

410. A QUIRK-Y STAYCATION

Enjoy a one-night staycation at the original Quirk Hotel here in Richmond! Art-forward and designed to inspire, Quirk offers a boutique hotel experience that celebrates the region’s culture and history . Discover local artists at the Gallery, savor some of Virginia’s most innovative dining, and delight in a stay that’s everything but usual . Package includes a $50 food and beverage credit . Please select a mutually available night; offer expires December 31, 2024 . Quirk Hotel/Katie and Ted Ukrop ‘83