IRVINGTON IN THE NEWS

These eight exemplary, road-trip-worthy restaurants--including Chesapeake at the Tides Inn--within a three-hour drive will provide a welcome respite from home-cooked meals, takeout and failed sourdough experiments.

In December, Forbes Travel Guide began awarding “Sharecare Verified” badges to properties that self-report meeting more than 360 standards, including cleaning and ventilation (and that pay for the Verified evaluation tool.) Destinations in this region that have earned a badge include The Tides Inn in Virginia’s Northern Neck.

Boats, tubing, lakes, and waterfront rooms at The Tides Inn.

Forward to 16:50 of the clip to hear Jason Trollip, managing director of the Tides Inn, discuss exciting news about Tides' renovation and conservation efforts. 

Everything you ever wanted to know about oysters from the experts at The Tides Inn Virginia Oyster Academy.

Ecological preservation at The Tides Inn.

Redevelopment projects at The Tides Inn.

Whether you drive, fly or take the train you don't want to miss the many adventures in the Northern Neck of Virginia.  Lisa and Stephanie visit the Tides Inn and Stratford Hall on the Chesapeake Bay. Oysters, biking, duck poop, zip lining, ghosts, snakes, boating and so much more. A little bit of history, ecology lessons and wine tastings are just some of the great suggestions for a family vacation or a Better in Pairs weekend. 

Want to get away? The Tides Inn is offering exclusive deals to Washingtonian readers.

The Tides Inn's Chesapeake Restaurant & Terrace included in Washingtonian's list of waterfront dining spots outside Washington, DC. 

From Puerto Rico to Wisconsin, there are plenty of places to enjoy the sun and sand stateside.

SSMagpie.com owner Cheryl Fuhs gave her husband an enthusiastic “yes” that night in 2009 when he asked how she’d feel about selling everything, buying a boat and sailing around the world.

Sustainability is not merely "nice-to-have", but "need-to-have", and names five socially and environmentally responsible hotels committed to giving back.

Restoration project will deepen resort guests’ connection to the land, shoreline and water.

A spa day lets you get away without going away.

A small yet sophisticated charmer on Virginia’s bucolic Northern Neck, Irvington’s remoteness may appeal to those no longer commuting. 

18,000 sq.ft. living shoreline will enhance marine and wildlife habitat, and offer new educational and experiential programming

Chef Truman Jones helms The Tides Inn's four multifaceted culinary operations, bringing over 20 years of industry expertise and a passion for supporting local and coastal purveyors. 

Chesapeake chefs take farm-to-table to new level with committed collaborations.

Shuck your way into a honeymoon of oyster delights at the Tides Inn, a quintessential Southern hideaway in Virginia’s historic Northern Neck, a peninsula on the northern shore of the Chesapeake Bay, known for is blue crab, oysters and rock fish.

Conde Nast Traveler writer Regan Stephens includes Irvington, Virginia, and The Tides Inn in her roundup of small town, roadtrip getaways fewer than five hours away from Philadelphia.

Hotels and resorts across the United States have been getting creative this past year in an effort to entice travelers to visit.

Boutique experience at the historic Tides Inn is a culinary treat and an educational journey into the history and allure of Virginia oysters

Oysters and other scrumptious cuisine define the Northern Neck’s Rappahannock River.

Travel bloggers Brett and Madigan share their honeymoon in Irvington, Virginia. 

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Travel writer Heather Bien spent a day in Irvington wine tasting, eating, antiquing, and kicking back on the water. 

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