Virginia Beach Vacation
Why not enjoy a vacation at Virginia Beach? It has a beautiful sandy beach and
that's the main reason people swarm to this beautiful ocean resort town. The
beach is the perfect place to relax in the sand, take a swim in the ocean or
build a sandcastle. Lifeguards are on duty along Virginia Beach from mid May to
Mid September. You can rent beach chairs and umbrellas. There is also a
boardwalk which extends for 3 miles. Enjoy a walk, ride or bike or for the more
adventurous, rollerblade on the boardwalk. Virginia Beach has much to offer it's
visitors.
For history lovers, Virginia Beach is an ideal vacation
location. The Cape Henry Lighthouse was completed in 1792. It's the first
lighthouse structure authorized, fully completed, and lighted by the federal
government. Virginia Beach was where the first permanent English settlers landed
before continuing to Jamestown. In October, 1607 the London Company
representatives erected the First Landing Cross to thank God and to reassert
England's claim to the land. The phenomenal Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel is over
17 miles long combines bridges tunnels and four man made islands is a tribute to
man's ingenuity.
There are also a number of great day trips to take while
visiting Virginia Beach. Within 60 or so miles are the historic cities of
Jamestown, where the first permanent English settlement was established and
Williamsburg, Virginia's first capital and where history is relived every day.
Another great place to take children and adults alike is to Busch Gardens for a
fun day of exciting rides and shows. Even closer is Norfolk, Virginia which has
the Chrysler Museum of Art, General Douglas MacArthur memorial and Nauticus, the
National maritime Center with over 150 hands on exhibits. Also close by is
Newport News, Virginia with the maritime Museum and the Virginia Living
Museum.
For those who enjoy outdoor sports, Virginia Beach
has more than its fair share to offer you. There are eleven golf courses
including one designed by Arnold Palmer's company. Of course, Virginia Beach
offers many water sports including jet skiing, scuba diving, and kayaking. There
are also many fishing boats exhibitions you can take, where the captain will
sail you to his favorite fishing spots and allow you a day of fishing on the
waters of Virginia Beach.
Virginia Beach is also a great place to shop.
Go antiquing, stroll through the art galleries or browse the book stores. There
is also a farmers market in Virginia Beach where you can pick up fresh fruits
and vegetables. Virginia Beach also has air conditioned malls for the shoppers,
one mall with over 120 stores and another with over 170 shops and
services.
Virginia Beach is one of the nations top vacation destinations
and for good reason. It's the perfect place for both adults and children to
visit. The best times of the year to visit Virginia Beach are in the summer,
spring or fall. The winters at Virginia Beach are colder.