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Read about Virginia Beach happenings in the news. We'll report on exciting, upcoming Virginia Beach events and other news you need to plan a great Virginia Beach family vacation getaway.

Virginia Offers Two Free Vacation Guides - Save money on a Virginia vacation by enjoying the beautiful outdoors...Here's free information to get you started...

Special Savings at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello - Check out these limited-time, money-saving and family friendly deals at Monticello

Virginia Shakespeare Festival Kicks Off Season with "Taming of the Shrew" - Ready for romance, comedy, and mayhem?

Save 20% on Almond Cakes for Dad at Rowenas - On Father's Day, let Dad eat cake...Rowenas delicious and world-famous Almond Cake, that is...

9th Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival in Virginia - Avast, ye mateys! The 9th Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival will be held May 20-June 1...

Free Fireworks at Virginia Beach Start June 4th - Take advantage of this free summer event at Virginia Beach...

Charlottesville Among Top Heart Friendly Cities - Do your heart a favor, ladies: move to Charlottesville, Virginia. The city has ranked among the "Top Heart Friendly Cities for Women" by two different organizations...

"Green" Virginia Beach Dumping Historic Trolleys - The quaint, San Francisco-style Virginia Beach trolleys may soon be a "wave" of the past., thanks to the city's commitment to green...

15th Annual North American Sand Soccer Championships - Don't miss the 15th Annual North American Sand Soccer Championships at Virginia Beach, June 6-8...

32nd Annual Norfolk Harborfest - See tall ships, fireworks, and fun...for free at the 32nd Annual Norfolk Harborfest June 6-8 at Norfolk Town Point Park.

25th Annual Pungo Strawberry Festival - Where can you sample strawberries 50 different ways, watch pigs race, and have fun for the whole family? At the Pungo Strawberry Festival...

Virginia Beach Lifeguards Saved - Swimmers at Virginia Beach's quiet Sandbridge area can breath a collective sigh of relief...

How to Save on a Virginia Vacation - Here's how to save big on a Virginia vacation, with discount tickets, hotel deals, coupons, cheap gas, and more...

Free Williamsburg Family Fun Fest - Pet a farm animal, climb on a huge truck, caper with clowns, and more at this free family fun event...

Neptune Festival Spring International Wine Tasting - Enjoy sun, surf, and spectacular wines from 75 international wineries at the Neptune Festival at Virginia Beach...

12th Annual Colonial Williamsburg Pedal the Parkway - It's your one chance of the year to "pedal the Parkway," at this upcoming family bicycle event...

Jamestown Landing Day at Jamestown Settlement and Historic Jamestowne - Celebrate the founding of Colonial America at Jamestown Settlement and Historic Jamestowne...

Yorktown Battlefield Civil War Weekend - And we thought the war was over...Join Yorktown Battlefield for a Civil War Weekend May 24-25...

Last Chance to Own Part of James River Plantation - This is your last chance to own part of a historic James River Plantation...

Bull Terrorizes Charlottesville's Michie Tavern - A real bull terrorized a china shop (or actually, a tavern) yesterday at historic Michie Tavern in Charlottesville...

Rowenas Offers Delicious Spring Dessert Deals - On Mothers Day, let her eat cake...Rowenas cake, that is...

Richmond's Landmark Theater Offering Discount Attraction Tickets - Looking for Busch Gardens discount tickets? How about Colonial Williamsburg and Kings Dominion discount tickets?

How to Find the Cheapest Gas Prices in Virginia - Gas prices are continuing to rise-- including in Virginia. Want to know how to find the cheapest price?

Prime Outlets Williamsburg Expansion Grand Opening - On April 18th, Prime Outlets Williamsburg will unveil even more outlet stores, including Disney, Tommy Bahamas, American Eagle Outfitters, Lucky Brand Jeans, Kate Spade, Aldo, Juicy Couture, and more...

Avoiding Identity Theft On Vacation - Don't let your vacation be ruined by identity theft! Use these crucial tips...

Williamsburg and Jamestown Celebrate First Germans in America - Celebrate the first Germans in America at Colonial Williamsburg and Historic Jamestowne April 18-22...

Illinois Shaped Cornflake Now at Ripley's in Williamsburg - Remember that Illinois-shaped cornflake auctioned off on Ebay? It's now at Ripley's Believe it or Not! in Williamsburg...

John Adams Miniseries Shot at Williamsburg Airs on HBO - "John Adams," miniseries on the life of America's second president which was shot at Colonial Williamsburg and Richmond, will begin airing this week on HBO.

Colonial Williamsburg Fifes and Drums Celebration Events - What are Colonial Williamsburg's fifes and drums, and why are they celebrating?

Only 3 Weeks Left for Whale Watching at Virginia Beach - Wintertime means whale-watching time at Virginia Beach. But hurry--time is running out for these great whale-watching packages...

Colonial Williamsburg's "Revolutionary City" Debuts March 17th - Want to debate politics with Thomas Jefferson? You can, at Colonial Williamsburg's Revolutionary City.

"War" Breaks Out at Jamestown Settlement - Jamestown at war? Join 300+ military re-enactors as they display 10 centuries of weapons and warfare...

Iris Scan Eases Airport Security Wait - Ask yourself this: Would you pay $128 to get through airport security in four minutes or less?

Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg Offering Winter Deals - Hot winter deals at Williamsburg's Great Wolf Lodge...hey, it's 84 degrees in here!.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Fun Card is Back...With More Discounts! - Buy a Fun Card and ride "free" at Busch Gardens Williamsburg all season...plus, we'll tell you how to get an even deeper discount...

Busch Gardens Renews Free Admission to Military - Are you a member of the military? Here's your free ticket to fun...

It's Here! Fabulous Virginia Beach Restaurants at a Fraction of the Price! - Taste buds, prepare to celebrate: Virginia Beach Restaurant Week is back!

Jamestown Offers Mischievous Christmas Celebration - Ready for a little trouble? So is Jamestown Settlement's Lord of Misrule. Watch as he...

Virginia Beach Whale Watching Packages Promise a "Whale" of a Time - Wintertime means whale-watching time at Virginia Beach. Now's your chance to see rare fin and humpback whales-- plus take advantage of great whale-watching packages.

Holiday Planetarium Show at Virginia Living Museum - This holiday show is out of this world!

Paramounts Kings Dominion 2008 Auditions - Want to ride roller coasters at Paramounts Kings Dominion all season...for free? Here's how...

"Holiday Parade at the Beach" Rings in the Season in Virginia Beach - Santa...in the sand?

Sail and Scuba-Dive with Santa! - Forget the Santa photo booth. Here are two unique holiday events to do with the kids in Virginia Beach...

James River Plantations Progressive Candlelight Christmas Carol Tour - James River Plantations offer spectacular holiday events and attractions like...

This Colonial Williamsburg Travel Deal is Hot! - This Colonial Williamsburg deal is too hot to pass up! Check it out...

Free Holiday Guide to Scuba-Diving Santas and More! - Check out this free guide to unique holiday events, like watching Santa feed the fish, crusing under holiday lights, and more...

Rowenas Offers Discount on Delectable Thanksgiving Desserts - Now's the time to let them eat cake...Rowenas cakes, that is...

Save Money at Great Wolf Lodge This Month! - Wow! Check out Great Wolf Lodge's "Get Loose with the Moose" deal...

Best Holiday Gift! Give the Gift of Colonial Williamsburg - What on earth do you get for the person who has everything? Here's the answer...

It's a Holiday Parade at the Beach! - Feel like a kid again at the 13th Annual Holiday Parade at the Beach in Virginia Beach!

McDonald's Hosts "Holiday Lights at the Beach" - Cruise the Virginia Beach Boardwalk to catch a surfin' Santa at this spectacular holiday lights show!

Cruise Deals from Virginia to the Bahamas - An 7 day/6 night Carnival cruise to the Bahamas for only $749?

Virginia Offers Free Indian Heritage Trail Guide - Here's how to get a free Virginia Indian Heritage Trail Guide...

Smithfield Inn is Perfect Spot for Romantic Weekend Getaway - It was our 15th wedding anniversary, so it HAD to be a special place. But of all the romantic inns, which one did we choose for our special night?

Virginia Among Top Five Wine Travel Destinations - Love wine? Find out why Travel & Leisure magazine says you HAVE to go to Virginia...

Maps Available To Follow Captain John Smith's Trail - Want to follow in John Smith's footsteps? Here's where to get maps...

INXS to Perform at Virginia Beach American Music Festival - INXS, K.C. & the Sunshine Band, and the Steve Miller Band are coming to the American Music Festival at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

Virginia Beach Hosts July 4th Fireworks "Explosion" - Fireworks on the beach? What could be better? Come see the Virginia Beach Stars & Stripes Explosion...

Virginia Beach Visitors: Don't Forget the Meters! - Don't be fooled: street parking near the Virginia Beach oceanfront has not suddenly become free.

Williamsburg on Priceline's Independence Week Destination List - For the first time, Williamsburg has made Priceline.Com's popularity list...

Rowenas Offers Delicious Discounts for Fourth of July - Hurry! Rowena's is offering a 20% discount on their star-shaped almond pound cakes until June 30.

Virginia Air & Space Museum Hosts Harry Potter IMAX Party - Join the Potter-party, as the Virginia Air and Space Museum hosts the 3-D IMAX premiere of "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix."

Virginia Shakespeare Festival Opens in Williamsburg - Shakespeare's famous tale of love and tragedy, "Romeo and Juliet," opens the Virginia Shakespeare Festival this week in Williamsburg.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Discount Tickets? Here's Where to Get 'Em! - We've found three new sources for Busch Gardens Williamsburg discount tickets!

"Walk With the Dinosaurs" Show Comes to Norfolk - Now's your chance to see dinosaurs fight and roar their way through Norfolk, Virginia...

Looking for a Virginia campground that's packed with amenities? - Camping in Virginia? Here's your guide to the top spots with the best amenities...

Jamestown 2007 Commemoration Continues with Smithsonian Event - The Jamestown 2007 commemoration shows no sign of stopping yet. Take next week's Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washingon, DC...

Today Show Touts Colonial Williamsburg as Last-Minute Travel Deal - Today Show recommends Colonial Williamsburg's "Families Free" Flex Vacation as one of its top last-minute family getaway deals...

New Children's Memorial Puts God Back in Jamestown - God is back at Jamestown, despite the efforts of Jamestown's 400th Birthday promoters...

Busch Gardens Ride Heading for Theatres? - What animated 3-D amusement ride at Busch Gardens Williamsburg is so wild they're going to make it into a movie?

Free E-Book Shows Stay-At-Home Moms How to Make Money Online - If you stay at home, why not Work At Home, Mom (WAHM) by creating your own web site? This free e-book will show you how...

What's the Best, Cheapest Way to See Busch Gardens? - So you want to go to Busch Gardens. What's the cheapest way to go? How can you get discount tickets? What's the best day to go?

Space Shuttle to Shoot Jamestown Artifact Into Stratosphere - Will a piece of Virginia history blast off into the stratosphere tonight?

Travel Site Lists Favorite Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotels - What are our top picks and pans for Virginia Beach oceanfront hotels?

Rowenas Tea Room Offers Delicious Discounts for Father's Day - What to get dad for Father's Day? Get him a delicious almost pound cake from Rowena's.

Virginia Beach Toppled from Sand Castle Record, But for How Long? - In the ongoing sand castle wars, Myrtle Beach temporarily came out on top. But Virginia Beach vows to fight on...

Norfolk's "Harborfest" Features Tall Ships, Pirates and More - Tall ships, fireworks, and fun...for free! (and maybe a pirate or two...)

Time is Running Out for Busch Gardens Williamsburg Discount Tickets... - Last week for Busch Gardens Williamsburg discount tickets...

Busch Gardens "Griffon": So What's the Scream Factor? - They tested "Griffon" on five factors: 1) vomit factor; 2) scream factor; 3) wobbly legs factor; 4) whiplash factor; and whether it's worth a second wait in line. Here's what they said...

Why We "Flip" for the Wigmaker at Colonial Williamsburg - Why we LOVE the Wigmaker Shop at Colonial Williamsburg (plus "Secrets to a Cheap Colonial Williamsburg Vacation")...

New! Busch Gardens Williamsburg Discount Tickets? Here's Where to Get 'Em! - How can a Big Mac or groceries save you $7 to $24 per ticket? Here's how...

Virginia Beach One of Top Ten Speed Traps in Nation - Going to Virginia Beach? Here's how to avoid the top speed traps...

Williamsburg's Kingsmill Spa Lets You Luxuriate Without a...ahhh... - Ready for a decadent, luxurious spa treatment featuring warm, scented oils and pampering? Read on...

Cruise Line Adds Jamestown Stop to Itinerary - Forget the glitz: American Cruise Line adds Jamestown to a unique cruise full of relaxation, historical flair, and local lore...

"Royal Virus" Does it Again at Jamestown - The Royal Virus, a.k.a. Prince Philip, dropped another zinger on his visit to Jamestown...

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Opens Griffin - Coaster lovers...prepare to scream. Busch Gardens Europe's Griffon is now open!

More Last Minute Summer Cruise Deals from Virginia - A Bermuda cruise deal? You got it!

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Discount Tickets? Here's Where to Get 'Em! - How can a Big Mac or groceries save you $7 to $24 per ticket? Here's how...

Jamestown Commemorative Stamps to Go on Sale - Stamp lovers--how about something a little unusual?

Jamestown 2007 Celebration Weekend Causes Jamestown Ferry Disruptions - Planning on taking the ferry to the Jamestown 2007 events this weekend? You many want to think again.

Last Minute Summer Cruise Deals from Virginia - Wow! An 8 day/7 night Royal Caribbean cruise to Bermuda for only $509?

Free Online Game Teaches Kids About Jamestown - "Jamestown Adventure" free online game: Can you survive?

What do Virginia Tech Shooter's Family and Queen Have in Common? - Should Queen Elizabeth II apologize for what her countrymen did 400 years ago?

Cheap Airline Ticket Deal Celebrates Jamestown 400th Birthday - $16.07 travel deal is no joke. AirTran offers amazingly low fares to celebrate Jamestown 400th Anniversary.

Monster Trucks Roar Onto Virginia Beach - Monsters On the Beach roars into Virginia Beach as Grave Digger and Superman battle for dominance...

"Royal Virus" Will Follow Queen to U.S. Next Week - The Royal Virus, a.k.a. Prince Philip, just may drop another one zinger when he follows the Queen here next week...

C'mon Queenie...Make up Your Mind Already! Queen Elizabeth II is Coming to Jamestown's 400th Anniversary - To paraphrase the Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, "It was fifty years ago today...the Queen came to stay..."

Virginia Beach Whale-Watching Packages Promise a "Whale" of a Time - Last 3 Weeks! - Wintertime means whale-watching time at Virginia Beach. Now's your chance to see rare fin and humpback whales-- plus take advantage of great whale-watching packages.

Virginia Beach Hotel Takes Dubious Honor of Dirtiest Hotel in U.S. - So which hotels did get kudos in Virginia Beach? This Virginia Beach hotel earned a TripAdvisor #1 ranking for family friendly hotels at the beach...

Virginia Beach Whale-Watching Packages Promise a "Whale" of a Time - Wintertime means whale-watching time at Virginia Beach. Now's your chance to see rare fin and humpback whales-- plus take advantage of great whale-watching packages.

Virginia is for Lovers...And Hot Romantic Weekend Getaways - Virginia has always been for lovers...but now may be the best time to fan the flames of passion and get a deal on a romantic weekend getaway in the Lovers State.

Jamestown Gets its Own Gold and Silver Coins at Last - Four hundred years later, Jamestown is finally getting its own coins. The U.S. Mint is issuing gold and silver commemorative coins in honor of Jamestown's 400th anniversary this week.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Griffon Explodes into 2007 - Dare to brave Griffon, the new coaster at Busch Gardens Williamsburg? There's something about being shot up 205 feet in the air, then hurtled 90 degrees straight down at 70 mph that just gets your pulse pounding. Mine too, but for the wrong reason...

Hertz Makes Road Travel E-Z - Hate to wait in toll lines? Hertz makes it E-Z.

Jamestown V.S. the Virginia Lottery? - What do Jamestown and the Virginia Lottery Have in Common?

Will Yours Be the One-Millionth Vehicle on the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry? - Take the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry over the James River sometime December 30, and you might make history.

The Queen is Coming...the Queen is Coming...Jamestown's 400th Anniversary - To paraphrase the Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, "It was fifty years ago today...the Queen came to stay..."

Work at Paramount's Kings Dominion and Ride for Free - Are you a teen or adult age 15 or older? Looking for an exciting seasonal job where you can express your entertainment talents plus ride roller coasters for free?

Planning Your Spring Break Overseas? Don't Make this Common Mistake - It's not too early to start making plans for spring break overseas. Many travelers wait until the last minute to start getting their travel vaccinations. Big mistake.

Colonial Williamsburg to Sell Historic James River Plantation - Carter's Grove, one of the historic James River Plantations in Virginia, is up for sale.

A Jamestown 400th Anniversary Souvenir That Will Last a Lifetime - Want a souvenir of Jamestown's 400th Anniversary that could last up to 250 years?
New Replica of Smallest Jamestown Ship Launches - A $1.7 million replica of the Discovery, the smallest of the three ships that brought the English colonists to Jamestown, will be launched Monday.
Quick--Grab Tickets for Jamestown 400th Anniversary Celebration - Be part of one of the first great American moments of the 21st century...
Celebrate Holidays of the Past at Jamestown and Yorktown's "A Colonial Christmas" - Looking for something different this holiday? Come to Jamestown and Yorktown to celebrate unique holiday traditions of the past.
Who killed Pocahontas? Mystery Solved? - Jamestown archaeologists speculate about Pocahontas' untimely death.
Virginia Beach Cruise Market Growing - Virginia Beach is growing as a port of choice for Bahamas cruises and Bermuda cruises, thanks to a new cruise terminal set to open in March in Norfolk.

 

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