Add Us As A Trusted Google Source “Virginia is for lovers,” as the saying goes. As such, it’s no surprise that Virginia features plenty of romantic weekend escapes in charming towns with quaint main streets, cozily tucked into the Blue Ridge mountains.
Updated: June 4, 2025Published: May 22, 2025
“Virginia is for lovers,” as the saying goes. As such, it’s no surprise that Virginia features plenty of romantic weekend escapes in charming towns with quaint main streets, cozily tucked into the Blue Ridge mountains.
Jeremy Gassen, CTA is the General Manager of Iris Inn & Cabins and Afton Mountain Vineyards. With nearly 30 years in hospitality — from boutique B&Bs to large urban hotels — he is a Certified Tourism Ambassador and a member of the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Tourism Association. A Blue Ridge Mountains enthusiast and avid caver, Jeremy brings deep industry knowledge and a genuine passion for this corner of Virginia to everything he shares.
