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It’s Blue Skies for Richmond, VA—America’s Best Travel City in the Best State for Business.

Richmond International Airport (RIC) is thrilled that Richmond, Virginia, has been named the Best Town to Visit in the United States by CNN. For a record-setting sixth time, Virginia has been recognized as the Best State for Business by CNBC. As the gateway to Virginia’s Capital Region since 1927, Richmond will pack the itinerary of leisure travelers looking for a fun-filled getaway. From its premier status as a culinary powerhouse (thanks, Food & Wine!) to offering the only urban Class V rapids in the entire country, Richmond is a destination that delights at every turn. The city also boasts a vibrant cultural scene rich in art and history with a host of spaces that honor both—like the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, which is currently undergoing an expansion, and the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia. Plus, year-round festivals help visitors celebrate everything from outdoor adventure to world-class music, ensuring you never experience a dull moment. But that’s not all! The greater Richmond area is home to 12 Fortune 1000 companies, making it a buzzing hub for business travelers. From networking with potential clients and sealing your next big deal to finding the perfect spot for your headquarters or expansion project, central Virginia is where success takes flight. At Richmond International Airport, we are here to help make any journey you take as smooth as possible. Just pack your bags and set your course for RIC—recognized as the Most Efficient Airport in North America in 2023. Whether you’re here to unwind or to achieve your business goals, our region is ready to welcome you with open arms and endless opportunities. Fly with us and discover for yourself why Richmond claims the top spot for both travel and business!

Off to Tweed-New Haven (HVN) with Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways, the premium leisure low-cost carrier offering affordable, nonstop service across the U.S., has announced new service to Tweed-New Haven Regional Airport (HVN) from Richmond, starting February 6, 2025. Breeze will operate the new route on Thursdays and Sundays. This new service to HVN provides yet another unique New England destination to RIC’s portfolio. In addition to Tweed-New Haven, Breeze offers service from RIC to the following destinations on a year-round or seasonal basis: Charleston CHS Jacksonville JAX New Orleans MSY Providence PVD Tampa TPA Ft. Myers RSW Las Vegas LAS New York Islip ISP San Francisco SFO Hartford BDL Los Angeles LAX Phoenix PHX Sarasota-Bradenton SRQ About Breeze Airways Breeze Airways began service in May 2021 and has been ranked as one of the U.S.’ best domestic airlines for the last three years by Travel + Leisure magazine’s World’s Best Awards and was awarded “Best Seat Comfort in North America” in June 2024 by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). Breeze offers a mix of more than 200 year-round and seasonal nonstop routes between 64 cities in 30 states. Founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, Breeze operates a fleet of Embraer 190/195 and Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with a focus on providing efficient and affordable flights between secondary airports, bypassing hubs for shorter travel times. With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit and customized flight features – including complimentary family seating – delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly. Learn more about Breeze’s flight offerings via our site or the app. About Richmond International Airport Richmond International Airport’s vision is to move people, business, and commerce to advance the Richmond region. Nine passenger airlines and four dedicated cargo carriers offer domestic service from the Airport with connecting options to points around the globe. According to the Commonwealth of Virginia, activities attributable to RIC create nearly 16,000 jobs and contribute about $2.1 billion in economic activity annually to Virginia’s Capital Region. To learn more, please visit RIC on the web, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Breeze Airways Announces New Service to Sarasota-Bradenton (SRQ)

Breeze Airways (https://www.flybreeze.com/shopping/en-us/flights-from-richmond-va), the premium leisure low-cost carrier offering affordable, nonstop service across the U.S., today announced new service to Sarasota-Bradenton (SRQ) from Richmond, starting November 22. "Richmond International Airport (RIC) is delighted and thankful to see Breeze Airways add a tremendously popular Florida destination, SRQ, just in time for the holidays," said Perry J. Miller, Ph.D., AAE, IAP, president and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Commission. "And for four season adventurers from Florida's Gulf Coast, we welcome the opportunity to show you why Richmond was voted 'Best Town to Visit' by CNN in 2024." "We're thrilled that Richmond has been such a successful market for us and we continue to see more opportunities for growth," said David Neeleman, Breeze Airways' Founder and CEO. "For our Virginia Guests looking for another great, warm-weather destination, SRQ offers amazing beaches and much more." In addition to Sarasota-Bradenton, Breeze offers service from RIC to the following destinations on a year-round or seasonal basis: Charleston CHS Jacksonville JAX New Orleans MSY Providence PVD Ft. Myers RSW Las Vegas LAS New York Islip ISP San Francisco SFO Hartford BDL Los Angeles LAX Phoenix PHX Tampa TPA SPECIAL, TIME-LIMITED OFFER: Breeze also is offering a system-wide 35-percent off all roundtrip base fares if purchased by August 9, 2024 (11:59 pm PT), for travel from August 28, 2024 thru February 4, 2025 and from April 28 thru May 13, 2025, if Guests use the promo code 'TAKEOFF' at checkout on flybreeze.com (https://www.flybreeze.com/shopping/en-us/flights-from-richmond-va) or on the Breeze app. Breeze, which was recently ranked in the top five of Travel + Leisure's "Best Domestic Airlines" for the third year in a row, began selling service from just 16 cities in May 2021. Since then, the airline has seen tremendous demand for its unique "premium leisure" model that marries efficiency and affordability with comfort and accessibility. Coupled with an elevated experience featuring premium seating options and high-speed WiFi on its fleet of brand-new Airbus A220-300 aircraft, Breeze is defining what it means to be "Seriously Nice" in an industry that has been anything but. Breeze offers both bundled and a la carte options so travelers can customize an experience that fits their needs. Breeze's fare bundles feature full flexibility along with other add-ons such as bags, seats, and inflight WiFi. Breeze doesn't charge change or cancellation fees up to 60 minutes prior to departure and offers other benefits such as free family seating and a la carte pricing. With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit and customized flight features delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly. Learn more about Breeze's flight offerings (https://www.flybreeze.com/shopping/en-us/flights-from-richmond-va) via our site or the app. About Breeze Airways Breeze Airways began service in May 2021 and has been ranked as one of the U.S.' best domestic airlines for the last three years by Travel + Leisure magazine's World's Best Awards and was awarded "Best Seat Comfort in North America" in June 2024 by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX). Breeze offers a mix of more than 200 year-round and seasonal nonstop routes between 64 cities in 30 states. Founded by aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman, Breeze operates a fleet of Embraer 190/195 and Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with a focus on providing efficient and affordable flights between secondary airports, bypassing hubs for shorter travel times. With seamless booking, no change or cancellation fees, up to 24-months of reusable flight credit and customized flight features - including complimentary family seating - delivered via a sleek and simple app, Breeze makes it easy to buy and easy to fly. Learn more about Breeze's flight offerings (https://www.flybreeze.com/shopping/en-us/flights-from-richmond-va) via our site or the app. About Richmond International Airport Richmond International Airport's vision is to move people, business, and commerce to advance the Richmond region. Nine passenger airlines and four dedicated cargo carriers offer domestic service from the Airport with connecting options to points around the globe. According to the Commonwealth of Virginia, activities attributable to RIC create nearly 16,000 jobs and contribute about $2.1 billion in economic activity annually to Virginia's Capital Region. To learn more, please visit RIC on the web (https://flyrichmond.com/), Twitter (https://x.com/flack4ric), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/FlyRichmond), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/flyrichmond/), or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/flyrichmond).