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What's New in VA Beach highlights new pages, recent updates to our site...and breaking news on travel deals.

For example, here's a deal we just found: Orbitz Summer Sale: SAVE up to 50% on hotels! Hurry...offer ends July 6!

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Jul 14, 2008, 83rd Annual Chincoteague Pony Swim and Auction

Do not miss the 83rd Annual Chincoteague Pony Swim and Auction Wednesday, July 23 and Thursday, July 24, on scenic Chincoteague Island. Sponsored by the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Department, this memorable and historic event is one of the most amazing sights you will ever see. To keep the population of wild ponies manageable, up to 150 each year are driven across a narrow part of the Assateague Channel at low tide on Wednesday during the famous pony swim. They are then auctioned off on Thursday...

Jul 14, 2008, Virginia Beach Named One of Top 10 Boardwalks in US

The Virginia Beach Boardwalk has been named one of the top 10 boardwalks in the US by Shermans Travel, a national travel magazine. The magazine ranked the 3-mile-long Virginia Beach Boardwalk highly thanks to its mix of top-name and local live entertainment and musical acts, bicycle rentals, beautiful landscaping, and amenities, including restaurants and parks.

And in this tough economy, Virginia Beach is easy on the pocketbook too. It costs nothing to enjoy the waves, catch some rays on the beach, and stroll along the boardwalk for a relaxing, fun-filled day. Plus, we've dug up ways to save even more on Virginia Beach hotels, restaurants, and attractions...

Jul 14, 2008, Free Williamsburg Summer Concert Series

Fantastic music for free at Colonial Williamsburg? Its true! Every Wednesday evening in July and August enjoy the Summer Breeze Concert series at 7 pm in Merchant Square. This week: Power Play with jazz, funk and vocals. Bring your lawn chairs!

For details, plus other free or inexpensive things to enjoy in Williamsburg, click below...

Jul 14, 2008, Virginia Shakespeare Festival Hosts Othello

Join the Virginia Shakespeare Festival of Williamsburg as it hosts the tragic masterpiece, Othello, July 11th to 20th. Witness Shakespeares greatest villain, Iago, as he sets out to ruin the lives of those around him... including the doomed lovers, Othello and Desdemona.

The Festival continues a long history of Shakespeare in Williamsburg. In fact, Williamsburg was the first place that Shakespeare's plays were professionally presented in the New World. It all started in 1753, when the Hallam troupe of London arrived to present The Merchant of Venice here.

To honor this illustrious past, the College of William and Mary created the Festival, which presents two of more of the Bards plays each summer. All performances are held in Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall on the William and Mary campus...

Jul 9, 2008, Rock Legends in Concert at Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Catch famous rock legends like Rick Springfield, Peter Frampton, and the Charlie Daniels Band at the Busch Gardens Williamsburg Summer Concert Series. Rick Springfield will perform July 19-20 in the Festhaus Park located in the Germany section of the park. And it is free with park admission! For details and concert schedule, click below...

Jul 9, 2008, Busch Gardens Williamsburg Adult for Kid Price Deal!

Hey--do NOT miss this amazing new Busch Gardens Williamsburg discount ticket deal for Virginia residents: 2 days for the price of one kid ticket! I thought I had seen everything in fantastic Busch Gardens deals, but this has got to be the rock bottom deal of them all. Here are the details...

Jul 9, 2008, Busch Gardens Williamsburg - Let Us Save You Money!

Save on Busch Gardens Williamsburg! We Have Discount Ticket Secrets, Special Deals, a Photo Montage, Parking Deals, Best Days to Visit, and...

Jul 7, 2008, New Busch Gardens Quick Queue Lets You Skip Lines

Busch Gardens has unveiled a new Quick Queue pass that lets you skip to the front of the line on its top rides. You pay extra for it, but if you really want to maximize a short visit, it may be just the ticket for you...

Plus, read our tips for beating the summer heat and keeping cool at Busch Gardens...

Jul 7, 2008, Save $10-$25 Off Busch Gardens Combo Ticket

Visit Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Water Country USA, and Colonial Williamsburg for less! We found a special internet deal that will save you $10-$25 off a Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, and/or Colonial Williamsburg combo ticket. But you can only find it at this special place. Why pay more?...

Jul 5, 2008, Charlottesville VA One of Best Places to Raise a Family

According to Forbes.Com, Albemarle County, Virginia (home to the city of Charlottesville and the University of Virginia) is one of the best counties in America to raise a family. One of the reasons they cite is having one of the top average SAT scores in the nation. But those of us who live here know that it is so much more. Beautiful surroundings, mild climate, little traffic, abundant cultural activities and historical sites, and a reasonable cost of living are just a few reasons why the Charlottesville area is so popular...

Jul 5, 2008, Shag at Free Yorktown Riverwalk Concert Series

Beach music for free? Sure...at the free Shagging at the Riverfront Beach Music Series at Yorktown. Make it a new family tradition to join this annual event and picnic to the sounds of gret music...

Jul 5, 2008, Free Yorktown Market Days at the River

More than just a farmers market, this free event features local produce, seafood and fresh meat, bakery items, fresh flowers, handmade soaps, art, and live musical entertainment. It starts at 8 am on select dates in July, as well as throughout the rest of the summer...

Jul 5, 2008, Virginia Drivers: Watch Out for Move Over Law

Driving in Virginia? Abide by the new Move Over Law or you could get a hefty fine. If you approach a police car or emergency vehicle with flashing lights parked at the side of the road, you must move over a lane, or at least slow down. Disobey, and you could face a $2500 fine. For details, go to http://www.vsp.state.va.us/PSA_SlowDownMoveOver_Transcript.shtm.

Want to know how to avoid speed traps in Virginia Beach? Here's where to be really careful...

Jul 5, 2008, Yorktown Events & Festivals

Yorktown Events - Schedule of Free Concerts, Fireworks,

Jun 30, 2008, Virginia Beach VA Things to Do

Virginia Beach VA Things to Do - Inside Guide to Attractions, Discount Ticket Info, Events, Museums, Parasailing, Fishing, Jet Skis, Pirate Cruises, and More.

Jun 29, 2008, Colonial Williamsburg Voted One of Top 10 Patriotic Attractions

Colonial Williamsburg has been voted one of the Top 10 patriotic attractions in the US by website Trip Advisor. Other top sites include The Statue of Liberty, the National Archives building in Washington, DC, Arlington National Cemetery, the Lincoln Memorial, and Mount Rushmore. Here are our Top 5 Places to see at Colonial Williamsburg, plus our Secrets of a Cheap Colonial Williamsburg Vacation guide...

Jun 29, 2008, Bargains Abound at Virginia Beach Hotels

According to Orbitz, hotel prices in Virginia Beach have fallen 14 percent on average this year. To help offset high gas prices and rising airfares, local hotels have been offering bargain rates. For example, check out these Virginia Beach Economic Stimulus Package deals...

Jun 29, 2008, Yorktown Hosts Fireworks Extravaganza

Where better to celebrate our freedom than at the place where it all started? Join the 29th Annual Yorktown Independence Day Celebration on July 4, from 8 am to 10 pm. The event includes a parade, kids’ games and pony rides, live entertainment, food, and fireworks...

Jun 27, 2008, Latest Busch Gardens Coupons & News

Here are the latest Busch Gardens Coupons, Deals & News...Special Web Deals, Quick Queue Ticket, and More

Jun 27, 2008, Busch Gardens Virginia Admission Facts & Deals

Busch Gardens Virginia Admission Deals -- $10-$25 Off Combo Tickets! 2 For 1 Kids Price Deal -- Plus Tips for Getting Discount Tickets, Parking Deals

Jun 27, 2008, Paramounts Kings Dominion

Kings Dominion Best Discount Ticket Info and Deals - Here are the Deepest Discounts, Season Pass Deals, and More

Jun 22, 2008, Free Fireworks at Stars and Stripes Explosion

The Virginia Beach oceanfront is hosting a free Stars & Stripes Explosion, featuring fireworks, concerts, rock performances, and tribute bands.Music will include headline acts, as well as concerts bythe Virginia Beach Symphony Orchestra and the Virginia Beach Chorale. For details, click below...

Jun 20, 2008, Virginia Beach Events Guide

Virginia Beach Events and Festivals, From Elvis to Fireworks to Neptune...We've Got the Scoop!

Jun 20, 2008, Bush Gardens Williamsburg 2008 Events

Bush Gardens Williamsburg 2008 Concerts, Events, Howl-O-Scream Info, and Special "Bounce" Ticket Deals

Jun 20, 2008, Cheap Virginia Beach Lodging Deals

Cheap Virginia Beach Lodging Hot Deals - Hotel Coupons, Hostels, and Other Ways to Get Rock-Bottom Prices...

Jun 20, 2008, Virginia Living Museum Invaded by Dinosaurs!

Virginia Living Museum - Our Favorite Touchy-Feely Zoo/Aquarium/Planetarium...Dino-Mania, Discount Tickets, and How to Get in for Free

Jun 17, 2008, Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

Plan Your Visit to Jefferson's Monticello With Reduced Price Tickets, Best Tours for Kids, and Recommended Itineraries for Visiting Charlottesville

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Jun 3, 2008, Kings Dominion Dominator Facts & Video

Kings Dominion Dominator is Here! Latest Video, Stats, and Discount Ticket Secrets...

Jun 3, 2008, Paramount Kings Dominion Season Pass Deals & Events

Paramount Kings Dominion Season Pass Deals, Lowest Ticket Prices, and Special Events