How long before travel and tourism are all the way back? Gene Marrano March 18, 2021 1 minute read Businesses in the Travel and Tourism industry that were able to quickly “pivot” during the height of the pandemic stand a better chance – but a full economic recovery could be more than a year away. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Body of missing man found near Blue Ridge ParkwayNext: VDH releases the latest coronavirus data from the Roanoke Valley Related Stories Blue Ridge Marathon, Down by Downtown music fest preview Gene Marrano April 15, 2026 Roanoke Rambler owner cancels interview after claiming costs exceed revenue Ian Price April 15, 2026 Virginia lawmakers push back on Gov. Spanberger’s cannabis amendments Ian Price April 15, 2026