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Jun 30, 2009, Free Travel Deals in Hampton Roads, Virginia
Looking for travel deals in Hampton Roads? Here are the latest Virginia Tourism Corporation deals as noted in the DailyPress.com:
- Buy four Virginia Living Museum admissions and get four free Planetarium tickets. Good Mondays through Aug. 31.- Buy three Mariners' Museum tickets and get a 4th free. Good through Dec. 31.- Buy three American Heritage annual passes to Yorktown Victory Center and Jamestown Settlement and get the fourth free. Good all 2009.
Source: http://weblogs.dailypress.com/features/shoppingblog/2009/06/virginia_tourism_puts_travel_o.html
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Jun 29, 2009, Norfolk Harborfest Offers Ships, Food, and Fun for Free
The 32nd Annual Norfolk Harborfest, Virginia's largest summertime festival, sails into view July 3-5 at Town Point Park in downtown Norfolk, Virginia. The event includes a fantastic parade of tall ships, pirates, food, crafts, and, of course, fireworks. For details, click below...
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Jun 27, 2009, Texting While Driving Now Illegal in Virginia
Starting July 1, it is illegal to text and drive in the state of Virginia. Whether you send or just read a text message while driving, you will be subject to a $25 ticket. Texting while driving is a secondary offense, so you can only be caught if you are pulled over for another offense (like swerving). But since a car crash could really put a damper on your vacation, while risk it by texting?
Source: NBC29.com
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Jun 25, 2009, Virginia Beach Hosts Sandstock Musical Festival
Virginia Beach will host a tribute to classic rock called "Sandstock" on June 26-28. The free event will featuring bands tributing rock legends like Pink Floyd, The Who, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Jimi Hendrix, and the Grateful Dead. The bands will play at street parks along the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Special events include a Pink Floyd Laser Show on Friday and Saturday nights.
For details, paste this link in your browser window:
http://www.beachstreetusa.com/events/Sandstock-ABlastFromThePast
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Jun 25, 2009, Commodore Theatre Behind-the-Scenes-Tour!
It's Our Commodore Theatre Behind-the-Scenes-Tour! Get an Exclusive Look at the Secrets Behind This Amazing Place!
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Jun 24, 2009, New Holiday Inn Opens at Virginia Beach
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront has now opened at the Virginia Beach boardwalk. After extensive renovations, the former Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Surfside has reopened under the new name.
The tropically-themed hotel boasts breath-taking ocean views with private balconies, pillow choices, luxurious towels, and a complimentary "Smart Start®" hot breakfast. A new 24 hour Market and in-room refrigerators will help you save money on eating-out costs. Add a free weekday USA Today and free internet access and you're all set for a great vacation.
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Virginia Beach Oceanfront is located within 3 miles of the Virginia Beach Convention Center, the Virginia Aquarium and Ocean Breeze Water Park. For reservations go to www.holidayinn.com or call 757-491-6900.
Source: Yahoo Finance
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Jun 24, 2009, Why The Commodore Dinner Theater is Our Favorite Date Spot!
The Commodore Dinner Theater - Our All-Time Favorite Date Place
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Jun 24, 2009, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Has Faberge Eggs and Spectacular Art, But Here's Why Your Visit Should Wait...
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Jun 24, 2009, Free Family Film Festival Nationwide
Ready for a free family movie? Big screen fun whether you are on or off vacation. Regal Cinemas is offering its annual Free Family Film Festival at all their theaters nationwide. Movies are held first-come, first-served at 10 am on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings June 23 through August 12.
To see the schedule and find a Regal Cinema in your area, paste the following link in your browser bar:
http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/familyfilmfestivalschedule.aspx
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Jun 22, 2009, Free Admission to Yorktown and Jamestowne, VA National Park Museums
The National Parks Service is offering free admission to Yorktown Battlefield and Historic Jamestowne the weekends of July 18-19 and August 15-16. For two adults, that saves you $20 (kids 15 and under are always free). It is a fantastic deal at two amazing historic sights that could keep you happily occupied for a day or more. For details on Jamestown and Yorktown, as well as other cheap things to do in Virginia, click the link below...
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Jun 22, 2009, Free Admission to Shenandoah National Park
The National Park Service is offering free admission to Shenandoah National Park near Luray Caverns the weekends of July 18-19 and August 15-16. This will save you $15 per vehicle to cruise, hike, or camp at this beautiful park located on stunning Skyline Drive in the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains. While there, do not miss nearby Luray Cavern and its eye-popping stalagtite formations and the only stalagpipe organ in the world. For details, click the link below...
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Jun 2, 2009, Luray Caverns Buy 3 Get 1 Free Deal
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Virginia is for Lovers campaign, Luray Caverns is offering a buy three adult admissions, get a fourth one free deal. It is good for the entire month of August, so plan ahead. For a link to the coupon, click below...
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Jun 2, 2009, Virginia Beach Intersections Travelers Should Watch For
Traveling in Virginia Beach? Be sure you make a complete stop when making a right turn at major intersections or you could be ticketed thanks to new red light PHOTOsafe cameras. Intersections with the red light cameras include:
Virginia Beach Blvd at Great Neck Rd. General Booth at Dam Neck Rd. Holland Rd. and Rosemont Rd. Military Hwy. and Indian River Rd. Kempsville and Indian River Rd. Independence and Va. Beach Blvd.
Come the end of June, cameras will be added at two more intersections. For these and other Virginia Beach travel tips, click below...
Source: WAVY.com
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Jun 1, 2009, Essential City of Virginia Beach Facts
City of Virginia Beach Facts - Phone Numbers, Speedtrap Locations, Current Weather, Zip Code, Police, Library, Newspapers, Schools, and More.
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May 31, 2009, Free Admission to Nauticus Museum in Norfolk, VA
Nauticus, the marine science museum in Norfolk, VA, is celebrating its 15th anniversary with free admission on Saturday, June 6th, from 10 am to 5 pm. Visitors are just asked to bring a small toy gift which the museum will donate to a local charity.
At this hands-on museum, you can touch nurse sharks and starfish, climb on the Battleship USS Wisconsin, engage in computer simulations of battles, and more. For details, click below...
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May 24, 2009, Cheap Family Vacation Ideas in the Virginia Beach Area
Cheap Family Vacation Secrets for Virginia Beach and Beyond. Free or Cheap Attractions, Discount Ticket Secrets, and Hidden Spots and for Fun Virginia Beach Vacation Without Breaking the Bank...
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May 23, 2009, Bush Gardens Williamsburg 2009 Events
Bush Gardens Williamsburg 2009 Concerts, Christmas Town, Howl-O-Scream, and Other Events
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May 23, 2009, Frankie Avalon and the Lettermen at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Frankie Avalon and the Lettermen will be in concert at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24, and again May 30 and 31. Concerts start at 8 pm at the Festhaus Park. Concerts are free with park admission and seating is first come, first served.
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May 23, 2009, Bluegrass Festival at Norfolk Commodore Theatre
The renowned Commodore Theatre in Norfolk, Virginia, is having a Bluegrass Festival on Sunday, May 24th at 2 pm. Acts include the Blues and Ballads with Takeharu Kunimoto and the Last Frontier, and singer-songwriter Katie Hoffman. Lunch starts at 12:30 pm. Tickets are $15.00 for adults, $6:00 for children 8 through 13.
The Commodore Theatre is a restored, 1930 Art Deco dinner theater that shows first-run movies (at a reduced price) and fine dining. Find out why it continually tops our Cheap-Free Virginia Beach Vacation Ideas list...
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May 21, 2009, Annual Blackbeard Festival Steals into Hampton
10th Annual Blackbeard Pirate FestivalThe Annual Blackbeard Pirate Festival opens June 5-7 in Hampton, Virginia. At this free event, you can visit a pirate camp, tour tall ships, dig for pieces of eight, and more, capped off by a fireworks extravaganza Saturday night. For details, click below...
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May 21, 2009, Virginia Beach Hotel Deals
According to Virginia.org, Holiday Inn Surfside is offering a special deal through December to honor the 40th anniversary of the Virginia is for Lovers slogan: Buy 3 nights at their best flex rate and get 1 night 40% off.
This is just one of the deals we've found for the Virginia Beach area. For more, and for cheap and free things to do in Virginia Beach, click our link...
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May 21, 2009, Busch Gardens Williamsburg Discount Tickets
Want Busch Gardens Williamsburg discount tickets? We have the secrets! From fast food restaurants offering coupons, to little advertised deals and military discounts, we have the deal for you. For example, what fast food restaurant is offering $10 off single day admission coupons? Click below to find out...
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May 21, 2009, 25th Annual Virginia Beach Pungo Strawberry Festival
Sample delicious Virginia Beach strawberries this weekend at the 25th annual Pungo Strawberry Festival. Events and treats include strawberries prepared 50 different ways, pig races, a pie-eating contest, a military display, a livestock sale and show, racing car exhibits, ongoing entertainment, and more. For details, click below...
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May 21, 2009, Best Virginia Beach Hotels and Accommodations
Virginia Beach Hotels for Less - Discount Hotel Deals & Coupons, Economic Stimulus Deals, Resorts, Rentals, Hostels, Everything From Popcorn to Pet-Friendliness
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May 20, 2009, Virginia Beach Events Guide
Virginia Beach Events and Festivals, From Elvis to Fireworks to Neptune...We've Got the Scoop!
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May 20, 2009, Busch Garden Coupon Codes
These Busch Garden Coupon Codes Can Save You Money on Admission at Anheuser Busch Theme Parks
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May 20, 2009, Busch Gardens Williamsburg Discount Tickets!
The TOP Internet Source for Busch Gardens Williamsburg Discount Tickets! 2009 Deals, Coupon Codes, Ticket Promotions and More...
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May 17, 2009, Free Military Admission to Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg is offering free admission to military members and their families May 22-25 to celebrate Memorial Day. According to the Virginia Pilot, the deal is available to all active duty military, veterans, retirees, reservists and their families.
If the military member is on deployment, immediate family members need only show appropriate identification. You must visit the Colonial Williamsburg ticket sales window to receive the passes.
In addition, the attraction will hold a special fife and drums Memorial Day event May 25 at 10 am. For more info, call 800-447-8679.
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May 17, 2009, Colonial Kids Club at Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg is offering a Colonial Kids Club summer adventure. The half day or full day mini camps are available to kids ages 5 to 12 staying at Colonial Williamsburgs official on-site hotels. The camps provide the kids with supervised hands-on colonial games and activities, while allowing parents alone time at to relax in spa, play golf, shop, or visit the locsal sight.
Price for the all-day session is $40 for one child, and $25 each additional child. Half-day morning or afternoon sessions are $25 for one child, $15 each additional child. Space is limited. Call 1-800-447-8679 for details.
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Apr 23, 2009, Exclusive Romantic Weekend Discount Deal
Ladies, light your fire (and his) with a romantic weekend discount deal at a historic plantation inn. Prospect Hill Plantation Inn near Charlottesville, Virginia, is offering an exclusive 10% discount off a night stay when you mention Virginia Beach Family Fun at the time of booking. To learn why ladies rave about this romantic spot, click below...
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