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Great Escape
A look at the most popular U.S. and worldwide
tourist destinations. -- June 18, 2007
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| Virginia Beach,
Virginia |
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Virginia Beach has all the elements of a classic seaside
resort: gorgeous beaches, a lively boardwalk, plenty of restaurants and
nightspots and amusement rides sure to appeal to the kids. Outdoor enthusiasts
will find plenty of kayaking opportunities and mile after mile of hiking
trails. And FYI, many believe Virginia Beach is at its best during the
off-season when the city is less crowded but the weather is still mild. But no
matter when you do come, you won't be disappointed.
Median income -- $48,705
Median house value -- $123,200
For more information visit www.vbfun.com
or call 1-800-VA-BEACH.
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| The Top 9 Attractions
in Virginia Beach |
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| Cape Henry Lighthouse 757-422-9421
The Cape Henry Lighthouse was the first
structure authorized, fully completed and lighted by the federal
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| Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage
Museum/de Witt Cottage 757-437-8432
The Wildfowl Museum is housed in the last
remaining Virginia Beach Boardwalk cottage, the de Witt cottage. The
Museum contains an excellent variety of original oil and watercolor
paintings and award-winning carvings by nationally known artists. |
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| Ocean Breeze Waterpark
757-422-4444
Find rides to slide on, tube on, chute on,
scream on and cruise on. The newest thrill ride is THE HURRICANE! Let the
current take you along the Jungle Balls or explore the pirate ship in the
Buccaneer bay Children's section. |
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| Virginia Beach Amusement Park
757-422-2307
This oceanfront attraction asks you to test
your courage on the Skyscraper where you soar 165 feet at 65 mph! Or enjoy
the family log flume. Plus many more rides and games for all ages and
every member of the family. |
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| Virginia Beach Boardwalk
757-491-7866
The newly renovated, three-mile Virginia
Beach Boardwalk is famous for its entertainment, outdoor cafes and
concerts. |
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| False Cape State Park
In the extreme southeast corner of Virginia
Beach is a 4,321-acre area with a mile-wide barrier split between Back Bay
and the Atlantic Ocean with 6 miles of unspoiled beaches, 12 primitive
campsites and 9 miles of hiking and biking trails. |
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| First Landing State Park
800-933-7275
On April 26, 1607, almost 100 English
settlers landed here and established the first elective government in
English America before heading up the James River to establish Jamestown. |
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| Back Bay National Wildlife
Refuge 757-721-2412
Established in 1938, this 8,000 acre fresh
water refuge borders the Atlantic Ocean on the east and Back Bay on the
west. Here you'll find sand dunes, forests, marshes, ponds where you can
hike or bike. |
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| Dolphin Watching Boat Trips
757-437-BOAT or 757-425-FISH
One and a half hour dolphin watching boat
trips aboard the 65-foot Miss Virginia Beach, provide an up-close view of
wild dolphins in their natural habitat. |
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