Virginia Beach - An Excellent Summer Destination

Virginia Beach is a first-class destination for your vacation. It is located in the Hampton Roads in the state of Virginia. This quality resort offers various relaxation options as well as many cultural and historical sites. With its famous 38-mile shores, Virginia Beach is just the right place to enjoy the sunny weather and the ocean breeze. But there's more than just the pleasant atmosphere - the beach is the longest one in the world used for recreation.

Virginia Beach is constantly hosting events so it is basically impossible not to find something to do. Some of the ones you shouldn't miss are the East Coast Surfing Championship, the Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon, the Neptune Festival and the Boardwalk Art Show. Just pick what suits you best and head towards some serious entertainment.

In the picturesque place where the Chesapeake Bay reaches the Atlantic Ocean, the first English colonist set foot on American land. The event happened in the beginning of 17th century, and it is quite a journey through time to see the place. You can also visit the famous First Landing State Park where you can take a look at some of their natural and historical programs. In the area of the first landing you can also hike some of the trails, bike, camp, swim and enjoy yourself.

While you are in the area, visit the Cape Henry Lighthouse, which is the first constructed by the federal government. A splendid view towards the Atlantic Ocean will be revealed before your eyes once you set your foot at the lighthouse. Other than the old one dating from the late 18th century, there is a newer one from the late 19th century which is also a famous historical site in Virginia Beach.

Go to the Old Coast Guard Station to explore the history behind this 20th century building that has been used as a saving station for many years and has many stories to tell. Other places worth going to are the Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum and the Association for Research & Enlightenment.

Don't miss the Virginia Aquarium because the experience will be amazing with many shows and various sea habitats. To enjoy some more of the wildlife visit the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and the North Landing River Natural Area. And last but not least, visit the Ocean Breeze Waterpark that has become a trademark for Virginia Beach kind of fun.

Spoil yourself with some sunbathing and relaxing on one of the most exquisite beaches in the USA. For the more active, there are canoeing, surfing, kayaking, golfing, fishing and also dolphin and whale watching options.

Once you taste Virginia Beach, you will want your holiday to last forever!