It seems with every passing year, there is less time and money to enjoy a well deserved vacation. Families have to be very careful and budget both their time and their money in order to make the most out of them.

With this in mind, a Virginia Beach vacation is the best way to have a great time at an affordable rate. The sheer amount of attractions, hotels, and activities plus the close proximity to Norfolk and Chesapeake makes the area an ideal destination. Avoid all the hassles with the latest passport requirements by vacationing in a domestic paradise.

A Virginia Beach vacation includes a wealth of attractions and choices. Every type of vacationer can find many things to do, from the laid back beach vacation to the active water sports and events or a series of cultural museum tours. Let’s take a look at some of those attractions

Theme Parks

Virginia Beach is home to a number of theme and amusement parks that provide a ton of fun. The most famous is Busch Gardens, which is over 100 acres. The area is designed to resemble 17th century Virginia for a one of a kind ambiance, but has all of the rides and attractions of the 21st century. Water Country USA is the premiere water park for the mid-Atlantic. This park has a fun 50s and 60s surfer theme to really set the right mood. For the exotic Caribbean feel, Ocean Breeze Waterpark brings the islands to the US.

Fun In The Sun And Surf

No Virginia Beach vacation would be complete without a visit to its famous boardwalk, spanning three miles of the ocean front. Harbor cruises from American Rover offer the best way to enjoy the water on a cruise or host a reception, reunion, or any event a party boat. Thrill seekers will enjoy the Rudee Rocket, a 2,000 horsepower, 70 foot long vessel that will take your breath away. Ocean Ventures sails the ocean front on Dolphin sighting tours, fireworks cruises, and awe inspiring sunset cruises.

Culture And History

Virginia is a hotbed for American culture and history, and a Virginia Beach Vacation is no different. Historic Cape Henry Lighthouse guards the entrance into the Chesapeake Bay and is open to the public. The Virginia Marine Science Museum has over 800,000 gallons of aquariums for aspiring marine biologists and enthusiasts alike. The Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge is a unique protected area that showcases the natural beauty and wildlife native to the region. The Virginia Living Museum is an interactive experience that really shows off the region’s beauty and diversity. You can even pick up a baseball game for a little piece of Americana in Norfolk at a Norfolk Tides game.