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Another trick for your Richmond adventure that you can implement before you even set foot on a plane — arrange a travel card. Most banks will charge for overseas transactions. This small fee can add up over time. Mitigate that cost by securing one of a variety of prepaid travel cards.

Described as the region’s greatest natural resource, The James River provides for all manner of fun. In no other city on earth can you navigate class III and IV rapids on rafts or kayaks — only Richmond. There are also a number of hiking trails along the river to explore.

While Civil War history dominates in Richmond, the city has an equally important relationship with the Holocaust — with many survivors opting to settle in the Virginia state capital. Attend the Richmond Holocaust Museum to gain a deeper understanding of the relationship Richmond holds with the Holocaust.