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Planning a Trip to Virginia for a CME Conference?

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Topic: Health EducationPublished August 20, 2018
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Are you planning a trip to Virginia for an upcoming continuing medical education (CME) conference? Then you should check out this blog post for some recommendations of places to visit, eat & drink, and shop.

Virginia has deep roots in history and tradition; it is the birthplace of America. The English settlers established their first colony in the new world in Virginia in 1607. Virginia has been an epicenter for most major American dramas- The Revolutionary War, Civil War, and the American civil rights movement.

Virginia is also full of diverse natural beauty that tourists can enjoy!

Weatherr
Virginia weather can be described as a humid subtropical climate. Peak tourist season is considered to be from May to September as this is the ideal time to visit with family. December is considered an off-season, when prices and crowds will be lower, and yet you will still be able to enjoy a lot of fun-filled activities.

Travelr
Virginia is well connected with major highways, rail, and airports. You might want to rent a car in this state, as it will be easier to commute whether you are travelling locally, or long distances. You can rent a car and book your flights+ hotels at priceline.com.

Places to Eat and Drinkr
Enjoy your evenings with gourmet food & drinks at various breathtaking places in Virginia. Virginia has a number of places that are renowned for their food and we have a few recommendations for you to try.

Terrapin Restaurant - Virginia Beachr
Eat, An American Bistro – Virginia Beachr
Stove, the Restaurant - Portsmouthr
Vintage Tave
- Suffolkr
Blue Talon Bistro - Williamsburgr
Buffalo and More - Rinerr
Coles Point Tave
- Coles Pointr
Topgolf - Virginia Beachr
Waterman’s Surfside Grille – Virginia Beachr
Open Road - Falls Church

Nightlifer
These nightclubs have amazing crowds, music, and drinks:

OMEGA bar - Virginia Beachr
Fallout - Richmondr
The Banque Country Western - Norfolk

Shoppingr
Looking to do some shopping after a long day at the conference? We have listed some of the best places to shop in Virginia:

Village at Shirlington - Retail - Arlingtonr
Shops at Hilltop - Virginia Beachr
Crystal City Shops - Arlington

If you would like to plan your next CME conference in Virginia, but still haven’t figured out which one to attend, then simply visit our eMedEvents website for all the best options.

eMedEvents is the largest online database for CME events and medical conferences around the world. Here you can browse through thousands of conferences in 151 countries. Search by Speaker, Specialty, and Location to find your next conference. You can book your flight+hotel along with your medical conference all in one place. Want to manage your CME on the go? Try the eMedEvents mobile app. Find your next great medical conference in Virginia or in one of more tha
3928 other great cities around the world.

For more information please follow the below link:
https://www.emedevents.com/blogs/medblogpage/planning-a-trip-to-virginia-for-a-cme-conference

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eMedEvents Corporation provides an online database of medical conferences, events, organizers, and professional speakers for doctors. Its network of medical conferences, events, and professionals include hosted conferences, live conferences, and healthcare professionals.

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