Monday, November 17, 2008

A Vacation within a Vacation - Catch 31

Food can be one of the most enjoyable, and memorable, aspects of your vacation. Knowing that, I thought I'd pass along this great article recently published by The Virginian Pilot. It's an article about Catch 31, located in the Hilton. Take a read and let your taste buds start watering.

Monday, November 10, 2008

Gas Prices Falling Means it's a Great Time to Travel

A month or two ago, everyone was getting their walking shoes ready and figuring out how they could drive less and save more as gas prices were continuing to sky rocket. Well, a lot has changed in the past month - including gas prices. Gas prices across the region are falling at unprecedented rates...meaning you can drive for less now. And, what better place to drive than a quick getaway to Virginia Beach. Low gas prices combined with incredible prices on Virginia Beach oceanfront hotel stays makes November a great time to be at the beach! So, go ahead, get in your car and make the short drive to Virginia Beach.

Average Gas Prices Across the Region
Richmond, VA: $2.00, compared to $3.01 a month ago
Washington, DC: $2.42 compared to $3.51 a month ago
Charlottesville, VA: $2.05 compared to $3.19 a month ago
Baltimore, MD: $2.07 compared to $3.22 a month ago

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Details Announced for Holiday Lights at the Beach

The McDonald's Holiday Lights at the Beach is just a few short weeks away, November 21 - January 1. This popular holiday activity draws thousands of vehicles each year to watch a dazzling light display along the Virginia Beach oceanfront boardwalk. Starting at 2nd Street and running all the way to 33rd Street, this year's event features over 250 animated nautical and holiday-themed light displays along with a three story Christmas tree. Accompanying Holiday Lights at the Beach is the Virginia Beach Christmas Parade on December 6th. Antique cars, large tethered balloons, lighted floats and a visit from Santa make this a Holiday event not to miss. Click here for more information on Holiday Lights and click here for details on the Holiday Parade.

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Blatant Advertising Post - FREE PACKAGE

Okay, I typically avoid blatant advertising posts, but this one is too good to miss. Check this deal out...between now and November 23, you can get two nights Virginia Beach accommodations (non-Friday arrival) and a $50 dinner certificate for FREE. Yep, that's right, two nights and a dinner all for FREE. Some restrictions do apply so be sure to check out goldkeyvacations.com for full details.

Monday, September 29, 2008

New Ocean Beach Club Live Cam

Check it out...the new Ocean Beach Club live web cam is now active. View it daily for the lastest image of Virginia Beach, from the new Ocean Beach Club located on 34th and Atlantic. If you can't make it down to see it in person, at least take a peak online and day dream for a while.