Many beach towns tend to quiet down outside of the summer months, but not Virginia Beach. The coastal city keeps busy all year long, where residents and visitors alike enjoy the waterfront, festivals and of course, the food. Whether you’re craving seafood by the water, a lively brunch atmosphere, or…
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There’s nothing quite like a scenic road trip through Virginia - getting away from the hustle and bustle of Washington D.C., discovering hidden gems all along the way. For those of you looking to escape to the beach for the Neptune Craft Beer Festival in Virginia Beach, we’ve done the heavy lifting…
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Located on Virginia's southeastern border where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Virginia Beach is Virginia’s largest coastal city, combining delicious food, outdoor adventures, and plenty of award-winning craft beer, wine, and spirits within its borders. Spend a long weekend exploring…
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Hip hop is huge in Hampton Roads. How huge? Chart-topping hits. Some of the most legendary producers the genre has ever known. And don't forget the world’s largest reinforced thin-shell concrete dome. Since the 1990's, the region has had a hand in making some of the most successful hip hop, rap…
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Virginia is a popular destination for history buffs, drawing countless visitors each year to presidential homes and iconic landmarks. But some locations have more than a single story to tell. These five historic towns in coastal Virginia are steeped in history, with deep roots that date back…
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This article is the third in a series commemorating the American Evolution – Virginia to America 1619-2019 . See article one and two. By the 1580s, the world had grown suddenly smaller for Europeans with advances in navigation and sailing, opening new worlds for mass migration. It also fostered a…
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Look at a map. Virginia boasts a significant amount of shoreline bordering tidal rivers, salty bays, and open ocean. These coastal waters provide a wealth of destinations for paddling Virginia, whether you are exploring immense and regal Chesapeake Bay, lower tidal Rappahannock River, or Parkers…
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If you have ever vacationed at the beach, there is a magical moment where you can just imagine staying in that one spot forever. It may be the slight breeze that carries the smell of salt water, the sound of crashing waves along the shoreline, or the feel of the fine grains of sand trickling…
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There’s something special about camping along Virginia’s coast -- the smell of salt air, the waves lapping you to sleep in your lounge chair, hiking through a maritime forest, paddling a rich estuary, or taking a long walk astride the sandy surf. And when someone yells, "Let's go beach camping!"…
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There are about 110 miles of road from Richmond to the end of Interstate 64 East, and sometimes, pit stops are necessary. Make these detours more than just a chance to stretch your legs; take these chances to see some interesting sights in Virginia. Add a few of these 12 detours to your itinerary…
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