In this episode of Tourism Tuesday on The Valley Today, host Janet Michael is joined by cohost Kary Haun from Shenandoah County Tourism. They welcome guests Joy Nault and Joyce Kelley, the owners of Travelers Treasures and Two Turtle Doves, who share space in downtown Woodstock.
As the holidays approach, the group talks about the importance of shopping local and how small businesses like Travelers Treasures and Two Turtle Doves offer unique, one-of-a-kind gifts that big box stores can't match. They highlight various gift ideas and local products like alpaca socks, artisanal jewelry, and personalized embroidered items.
Joy shares her journey of starting Travelers Treasures, a quaint shop filled with eclectic items inspired by her love for sourcing unique products. Janet and Kary also learn about Joyce's Two Turtle Doves, which began with Joyce's passion for refinishing furniture and has grown into a beloved local spot since its inception last year.
The conversation showcases the synergy between Joy and Joyce, who support other local artisans by hosting pop-up shops and selling locally made products. They emphasize the significance of preserving the original character of vintage items while reimagining them creatively. Janet touches on how many of these items come with stories and a sense of place that tourists love to take home. They highlight local crafts, art pieces, pantry items, and emphasize supporting community businesses.
Learn more about Travelers Treasures by following them on Facebook. Learn more about Two Turtle Doves by following them on Facebook. Both women encourage listeners to watch their social media for updates about events and holiday hours.
Kary welcomes listeners to learn about the myriad of other events happening across Shenandoah County by visiting the events tab on their website: https://visitshenandoahcounty.com/ where you can also find their latest blog that highlights shopping local throughout the county.
