Category Archives: Tidewater & Chesapeake Bay

Weekend in Virginia Beach: Perfect Itinerary for 2 Days in VA Beach

Weekend in Virginia Beach itinerary

One of my favorite places to escape to during the summer (and winter!) months is Virginia Beach. This is a guide on the best way to spend a weekend in Virginia Beach. While many may head to VA Beach to lounge on its shores, there are so many things to do in Virginia Beach that […]

Everything to Know Before Visiting First Landing State Park

Rainbow sheen in Cypress Swamp at First Landing State Park

If you’re planning a trip to First Landing State Park, you should definitely do your research before going. This is a First Landing State Park travel guide including what to do, why you should visit, and more! About First Landing State Park Just outside of Virginia Beach is the historic and beautiful First Landing State […]

7 Luxury Virginia Beach Timeshare Resorts (+ Seaside Rentals)

Virginia Beach timeshares to rent

From the miles of soft sand and comfortable southern Virginia ocean temperatures to the city’s famous boardwalk, Virginia Beach has grown to be one of my favorite beachside getaways. Virginia Beach offers the right mixture of relaxation and fun. No matter who you travel with, there are affordable activities and a variety of excursions perfect […]

9 Easy Hiking Trails in Virginia Beach (+ Trailhead Map)

Best hiking trails in Virginia Beach

Are you an avid hiker and heading to VA Beach soon? This is a guide to the best easy hiking trails in Virginia Beach, VA. No one travels to Virginia Beach for extreme mountain hiking. Needless to say, the landscapes simply don’t exist. However, there are over 41 fantastic hikes in Virginia Beach and they […]

9 Tasty (and Cool!) Cafes and Coffee Shops in Virginia Beach

Roast Rider Coffee in VA Beach

Virginia Beach is one of the top tourist spots on the East Coast in the summer. After enjoying the refreshing Atlantic waters, step into one of the best coffee shops in Virginia Beach. This guest post guide shows you nine of the very best cafes in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Drinking coffee while watching a beautiful […]

9 Diverse Places to Go Kayaking in Virginia Beach (& Nearby)

Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

If someone asks what one of the most popular activities in Virginia is, I will repeatedly tell them it is kayaking. This is a guide to the best places to go kayaking in Virginia Beach (and nearby). This guide is aimed at first-timers or people looking for accessible places. Virginia Beach and the Tidewater area […]