🇺🇸 Think the East Coast is just NYC & DC? Wait till Virginia walks into the chat.

This week on Travel. Explore. Celebrate Life., Neil Patil from Veena World sits down with none other than Rita McClenny, CEO & President of Virginia Tourism, to uncover why this soulful, scenic, and seriously underrated state deserves a prime spot on your USA trip plan.

From oysters and outdoor festivals to 4th of July fireworks and cinematic charm, this episode takes you on a journey through Virginia’s culture, nature, and timeless stories, straight from the person who knows it best.

🎧 Here’s what’s cooking in this episode:
✈️ The best way to weave Virginia into your East Coast USA trip
🇮🇳 Rita’s first visit to India — and why she thinks Indians will love Virginia
📽️ Films shot in Virginia & the reel-life magic of real places
🦪 Oysters, flavours & the local food scene you didn’t see coming
🎇 Fireworks, festivals, & the best time to visit
🎶 Country music, coastal towns & feel-good community vibes
🗺️ A made-for-you Virginia itinerary (3 to 5 days!) curated by Rita herself
📍Why travellers return to Virginia — and why it quietly wins hearts
💬 “Virginia is for lovers” — but after this episode, you’ll see it’s also for foodies, culture seekers, nature lovers, and anyone chasing meaningful travel.

🎙️ Don’t just tick states off your US list — experience the ones that speak to you.
📌 Watch this and fall in love with Virginia, and don’t forget to subscribe — more incredible journeys coming your way every week.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: We do not own any of the footage used in this episode. The footage is either stock footage or belongs to their respective owners. Proper credits are given on-screen during the episode.
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🇺🇸 Blue Ridge views. Coastal calm. Culture in every corner. That’s Virginia. 🏞️🌸🌊
🌍 From mountain trails to riverside retreats — see the USA’s softer, scenic side.
✨ Discover Virginia with Veena World — curated for curious Indian travellers.
👉🏼 Start your 2025 adventure: 🔗 https://www.veenaworld.com/world/america-tour-packages/s?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=virginia

☎️✉️ For any assistance with your travel, do write us at travel@veenaworld.com or call us at 1800 313 5555 and 1800 22 7979
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Join the conversation! Follow the podcast host and guest on their socials:
➡️ Neil Patil, Co-founder, COO and CTO at Veena World (https://www.veenaworld.com/)
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilpatil1612/

➡️ Rita McClenny, CEO & President of Virginia Tourism (https://www.virginia.org/)
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-mcclenny-29482186/

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Show Credits:
🎬Created by Veena World Team
🎤Show Producer: Sumit Pande
✂️Video Editors: Nishigandha Sawant and Ankush Goyal
🎨Graphic Designer: Kshama Pradhan

👁️Production by Kya Dekhte Ho
🎦Show Director: Ayush Singh
📸DOP: Swapnil Petare
🔊Sound Recordist and Editor: Shantanu Kamble

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