Virginia Beach News

It's time to upgrade virginiabeach.com.

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:16:00 -0400

We'd like to learn more about what you're looking for as you plan your vacation here in Virginia Beach, VA. We already know the Attractions page has become a great tool and our list of hotels and online reservations is a great asset. What information would you like to see on our site? Your voice counts. To give us your input, submit a comment below.

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Get ready for Hanna!

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:28:00 -0400

It's time to batten down the hatches, board up the windows and get ready for some rain. Are you ready for Hanna? Make sure to have plenty of water, non-perishable food, gas up your vehicles and keep a float nearby. We recommend hitting the ATM for some cash as well. Vendors won't take plastic if there is no power (we remember a day when you could...

VirginiaBeach.com turns down $1000/month ad request.

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:37:00 -0400

We've been told we're crazy. Who would turn down $1000/month to run an ad? We would. If we do not believe our website is a good fit for your product or demographics, we're not going to take your money. A prominent hotel in Washington DC wanted to give us $1000/month to feature their hotel on our web site. We advised against it as our readers...

1000 Things to do in Virginia Beach

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 05:54:00 -0400

We are now compiling our list of things to do when visiting Virginia Beach. This is going to be a very unique guide written from the perspective of a new resident of Hampton Roads, VA. See the area through real tourist eyes. Want to know the best places to visit that are kid-friendly? We'll tell you. Articles are already being written. Click on the link below. ...

Kathy is coming back after 33 years!

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 01:21:00 -0500

It was our honeymoon in June of 1975 and we picked Virginia Beach as our destination. We were young and saw the great ads "Virginia Beach is for Lovers." So...we drove to Virginia Beach right after our wedding reception, making it there in about 15 hours. We decided to go out for a swim the next day, taking our cameras, personal belongings, wallet with all our money in...

Virginia Beach Bike Week

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Fri, 18 May 2007 09:56:00 -0400

The annual Virginia Beach Bike Classic was organized in October 1995 as a motorcycle event to raise money for local and national charities. The Virginia Beach Bike week began at a local bar and restaurant called Hammerheads Surf Bar and Grill and was originally started as a mid-winter motorcycle event. The first Virginia Beach Bike week was scheduled for February 1996. The event...

Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Tue, 15 May 2007 10:37:00 -0400

Every year, the city of Hampton Roads hosts the annual Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival. Hampton Roads, Virginia is home to one of the largest military bases in the United States. The annual Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival is one of the many ways the city of Hampton Roads honors the proud military tradition of the community. The Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival...

Virginia Beach Neptune Festival

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Wed, 02 May 2007 12:07:00 -0400

The Virginia Beach Neptune Festival is one of the top one hundred festivals held annually in the United States. The Virginia Beach Neptune Festival has events during the summer, but culminates in the Virginia Beach Boardwalk Weekend, which takes place during the last weekend in September. The Neptune Festival celebrates the strong ties that the city of Virginia Beach has to the ocean....

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth in Virginia Beach

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 16:06:00 -0400

A beach boardwalk evokes many a summertime image – blue skies and foaming waves, sand as far as the eye can see, and beachgoers enjoying a terrific vacation. Often we tend to associate comfort foods and treats with such holidays, because let's face it, calories shouldn't have to count when you're on vacation! If you have a sweet tooth in particular,...

Before you rent that Virginia Beach Vacation home

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 14:28:00 -0400

For an extended, leisurely vacation in Virginia Beach, nothing beats a stay in a vacation rental. A rented beach home, condo, or cottage provides more privacy and room to breathe than a hotel or motel. Also, a vacation rental offers the opportunity for more amenities than other accommodations can give - like a hot tub, private beach access, and a full kitchen.

When you...

The Jewish Mother in Virginia Beach

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 10:48:00 -0400

Looking for a more intimate atmosphere, with great food? You can't go wrong at The Jewish Mother, a Virginia Beach institution for over thirty years. Call it a deli disguised as a night club if you wish, but the Jewish Mother not only serves up a great Reuben, succulent ribs, and sinfully delicious desserts, but is also host year round to top jazz, R&B,...

Restaurant: Rudees on the Inlet

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Wed, 08 Mar 2006 09:29:00 -0500

Rudee’s on the Inlet: The Perfect Addition to a Relaxing Beach Vacation. If you’re looking for a Virginia Beach seafood restaurant with casual charm and neighborhood feel, look no further than Rudee’s on the Inlet Restaurant and Raw Bar.

From the nautical decor to the tropical signature cocktails, the atmosphere at this 23 year-old waterfront restaurant...

Restaurant: The Cheesecake Factory

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Wed, 01 Mar 2006 22:08:00 -0500

What started out as a family trip to PF Chang (we needed to use some gift certificates before they expired) ended up at the Cheesecake Factory (right across the street). The wait time for PF was about an hour-and-a-half at 4PM last Saturday (note to self: make reservations next time).

The wait at The Cheesecake Factory was only twenty minutes so we decided to turn in...

Get Educated on Virginia Beach Schools

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Fri, 16 Mar 2007 11:55:00 -0400

It is not unusual for visitors of Virginia Beach to become residents. Whether it is the attraction of the beautiful coastal environment, the family-friendly activities, or the overall quality of life in this Eastern Seaboard town, newcomers will not be disappointed with their new home. Families, in particular, have their choice of some of the best schools in the state,...

Ron Paul support in Virginia Beach

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 17:10:00 -0500

We'd love to hear what you have to say about Ron Paul. He certainly has some very interesting ideas. As a person that lives in Virginia Beach, what do you like about Ron Paul? What would hold him back from becoming the next President?

Click here to discuss....

The Beach is Alive with the Sound of Music

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 10:41:00 -0400

The music lover heading to Virginia Beach need not worry about a lack of tunes, for summertime brings not only endless days of sun and surf but opportunities to enjoy great live music. From top touring acts to local favorites, summer concerts are plentiful in Virginia Beach. Knowing in advance the policies of the more popular venues can help make the concert-going experience all the...

Virginia Beach Norwegian Lady

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Wed, 02 May 2007 12:26:00 -0400

One of the most unique and sentimental features of the Virginia Beach oceanfront is the Virginia Beach Norwegian Lady Statue. The Virginia Beach Norwegian Lady Statue has a twin statue in the town of Moss, located in Norway. These two statues memorialize the wreck of a ship called the Dictator, and the heroic efforts by members of the community in Virginia Beach to save...

Spice it Up South of the Border in Virginia Beach

Recoil sjones@virginiabeach.com — Thu, 24 May 2007 11:13:00 -0400

If you have a large brood to feed while on vacation at the beach, any of the area's Mexican restaurants are a good bet. The food is good and plentiful and reasonably priced, especially if you have a group of hungry kids in tow. While Cinco De Mayo can get busy around these area cantinas, the local favorites are no less crowded during the summer. So if you're in the mood for some spicy tacos,...