Here's a streamlined and well-organized version of your **Virginia Trip Guide for July 2024**, incorporating all updates and keeping the sections concise and informative:

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### **Virginia Trip Guide - July 2024**

#### **Trip Overview**
- **Destination:** Virginia
- **Duration:** July 1 - July 31
- **Attendees:** Jason Davis, Melodi Davis, Ariana Schooler, Jack Schooler, Noah Davis (tbd), Lucas Davis (tbd)

#### **Flight Details**
- **To Richmond:**
  - **Date:** Monday, July 1
  - **Airline:** Southwest Airlines
  - **Flight Number:** 369
  - **Departure:** Denver (DEN) at 1:55 PM
  - **Arrival:** Richmond (RIC) at 7:20 PM
  - **Confirmation #:** 4C4ZXP

- **From Richmond:**
  - **Date:** Wednesday, July 31
  - **Airline:** Southwest Airlines
  - **Flight Number:** 2807
  - **Departure:** Richmond (RIC) at 4:00 PM
  - **Arrival:** Denver (DEN) at 6:00 PM
  - **Confirmation #:** 4C4ZXP

#### **Passenger Details**
| Name            | Rapid Rewards # | Ticket #       |
|-----------------|-----------------|----------------|
| Jason Davis     | 611851995       | 5262279482407  |
| Melodi Davis    | 20441705970     | 5262279482408  |
| Ariana Schooler | 20522148931     | 5262279482409  |
| Jack Schooler   | 20522149115     | 5262279482410  |
| Lucas Davis     | 611865004       | TBD            |
| Noah Davis      | 20051715316     | TBD            |

#### **Accommodations**
- **Cate & Mike Hawks:** 310 Locksley Ln, Reedville, VA 22539
- **Alison & Vinny Nemec:** TBD

#### **Itinerary**
- **Richmond:**
  - **Virginia State Capitol**
  - **Virginia Museum of Fine Arts**
  - **Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden**
- **Washington D.C.:**
  - **U.S. Capitol**
  - **National Museum of American History**
  - **National Mall**
  - **National Gallery of Art**

#### **Transportation Options**
- **Public Transit in Richmond:** GRTC Transit System
- **Public Transit in Washington D.C.:** Metro rail and Metrobus services

### **Attractions**
#### **Richmond**
- **Virginia State Capitol**: A historic building designed by Thomas Jefferson, offering guided tours that highlight its architecture and political history.
- **Virginia Museum of Fine Arts**: Features a diverse collection of global art, including significant American, European, and contemporary works.
- **Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden**: A 50-acre garden with year-round blooms, a classical conservatory, and themed gardens including a children’s garden.

#### **Washington D.C.**
- **U.S. Capitol**: The seat of the United States Congress, offering tours that include the Rotunda and National Statuary Hall.
- **National Museum of American History**: Exhibits on American heritage, ranging from social, political, cultural, scientific, and military history.
- **National Mall**: The central park in downtown D.C., home to landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial and reflecting pools.
- **National Gallery of Art**: An art museum featuring extensive collections of European and American art in two separate buildings and a sculpture garden.

#### **Virginia Beach**
- **Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center**: Home to hundreds of marine species, interactive exhibits, and a 3D IMAX theater.
- **Sandbridge Beach**: Known for its peaceful setting and natural landscapes, ideal for those looking to escape the more crowded main beach.
- **First Landing State Park**: The most visited state park in Virginia, offering hiking, swimming, boating, and educational programs about the area’s history.

#### **Northern Neck of Virginia**
- **Stratford Hall**: The historic home of the Lee family of Virginia, offering tours of the Great House, restored gardens, and the grounds where Robert E. Lee was born.
- **George Washington Birthplace National Monument**: A historic site that includes a memorial house and museum, illustrating colonial life with farm buildings, livestock, and heritage crafts.
- **Menokin**: The remains of the home of Francis Lightfoot Lee, with an innovative glass structure that allows visitors to see the original architecture in a state of arrested decay.

#### **Restaurants & Meals**
- **Richmond:**
  - **Mama J's Kitchen**
  - **Can Can Brasserie**
  - **Lemaire at The Jefferson Hotel**
- **Washington D.C.:**
  - **Le Diplomate**
  - **Ben's Chili Bowl**
  - **Dukem (Ethiopian cuisine)**

#### **Packing List**
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Necessary medications
- Chargers and power banks
- Travel documents and IDs

#### **Notes**
- **Expected Weather Trends:** Typical July weather in Virginia includes hot, humid days with occasional thunderstorms. Average temperatures range from 70°F to 90°F.
- **Local Events:** Look out for the Virginia State Fair, various Fourth of July celebrations, and summer festivals featuring local music, food, and crafts.

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