Category Archives: Tidewater & Chesapeake Bay

11 Incredible Things to Do in Cape Charles, VA

Boat at the Cape Charles Marina in VA

There are few other towns in Virginia that have as relaxing of a vibe as Cape Charles does. This is a guide to the best things to do in Cape Charles, VA – a chilled-out destination located on the Eastern Shore. Cape Charles was a place I had always wanted to visit but I just […]

11 Exciting (and Easy!) Day Trips from Virginia Beach

Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge

Most people that visit Virginia Beach stay in Virginia Beach. However, there are some really amazing day trips from Virginia Beach that you should consider if you have more than merely a couple of days in the coastal city! This guide details some of my favorite Virginia Beach day trips, including wildlife refuges, Eastern Shore […]

40 Incredible Things to Do in Virginia Beach (+ Insider Tips!)

Back bay at False Cape State Park in Virginia

Growing up in Richmond, I always flocked toward the coast because there were so many cool things to do in Virginia Beach and the Tidewater area. This guide showcases some of my favorite Virginia Beach attractions, activities, and places to eat. Some are lesser-known and some are touristy. Not everything on this list is in […]

Virginia Beach in Winter: 11 Things to Do + Seasonal Tips

Holiday lights in VA Beach via cw (Flickr CC BY 2.0)

When most people imagine their winter vacation, their first instinct isn’t to go to the beach. But if you’ve been trying to find the right destination for your winter break, then visiting Virginia Beach in winter is the place to be! Although Virginia Beach isn’t too warm in the winter, you can still find a […]