Adjacent museums protect precious maritime treasures and are great places to pick up information about the area’s rich history. Housed in a 19^th century cottage build by the first Mayor of Virginia City, the Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum pays homage to local waterfowl with displays, artwork, and carvings and decoys. Visitors interested in sea lore can entertain themselves for hours at the Old Coast Guard Station at 24^th Street. Exhibits and an evening walking tour describe coastal community and Coast Guard Services history as well as tales about nearby shipwrecks. This museum contains thousands of artifacts and images which are available to researchers and used in special displays.

After absorbing local history, collect souvenir bounty at boardwalk shops which offer cool respite on hot summer days. Active families can pedal together on a multi-person rental surrey. The boardwalk’s also a splendid spot for people-watching.

Love to try kayaking but concerned about motion sickness? This kayak rentals outfitter is also your ticket to fun on calmer inland and bay waters. Choose from a selection of flat-water tours which vary in length from 2.5 hours to all-day excursions around Lake Drummond or eastern shore beaches. Shorter tours travel to the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, First Landing State Park, Blackwater River, Plum Tree Island, and include a sunset voyage in the lush Norfolk Botanical Gardens. Cruise in the shade of cypress forests and under bald eagle and osprey nests. You’ll paddle along grassy marshes, creeks and sandy beaches.

Advance reservations are required. Make them by calling (888) 669-8368 or online where you’ll find rates, detailed tour descriptions, and helpful information about what to bring for an enjoyable trip. Guests receive directions to tour starting points which vary by trip. Staff are happy to answer questions via email to fun@kayaknaturetours.net. Dolphin tours leave from late May through October and flat-water tours set off year-round, weather permitting.

Step out of their backdoor and into the sand for a day at the beach. Hit Atlantic Avenue for nightly family-friendly summertime performances on Beach Street USA and a variety of restaurants and shops. Hop on the trolley and head to one of the nightly concerts at Neptune Park or take the family dolphin watching at Rudee Inlet. No matter what your family is looking for you will be in the perfect location for all of it!

Guest will find all of Courtyard’s spacious rooms and suites feature plush bedding, a mini-fridge and a private furnished balcony with panoramic views of the ocean. If the weather prevents you from getting out to the beach, travelers will also be able to unwind in the indoor pool and whirlpool spa. Enjoy an invigorating workout in their well-equipped fitness room and complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel rooms and lobby.

Courtyard Virginia Beach Hotel Highlights:

* Private balconies & ocean views
* Direct access to beach & boardwalk
* Steps from restaurants, shopping, and events
* The Bistro featuring Starbucks® coffee

* Complimentary high-speed Internet access
* Sparkling indoor pool
* Whirlpool & fitness room
* Two-room suites

* TVs with premium cable channels
* In-room mini-refrigerators
* Laundry facilities

Reservations can be made at www.marriott.com/orfoc

With a choice of deluxe oceanfront hotel rooms and suites awaits you can’t go wrong they all feature a winning combination of style and contemporary living amenities specially designed for families; the perfect place to rest and relax after a fun day. Each guest room is well appointed with a coffee maker, refrigerator and microwave, iPod docking station, triple-sheeted deluxe bedding, movies on the sleek flat screen television, iron & ironing board, hairdryer, electronic keys and complimentary toiletries. Stay connected with complimentary high-speed wireless access; take some to time to enjoy the view of the ocean from the private balcony, which is available in all of the rooms.

This resort’s, oceanfront location is a perfect relaxing family retreat as the hotel offers everything under the sun. Slide into the Splish Splash Lagoon, float along the indoor lazy river or lounge with your favorite summer time beverage at the oceanfront outdoor pool. The hotel’s activity center, Splash Kamp is the perfect place for your children to get imaginative. The arts and crafts, games and more will create unforgettable memories- they’ve thought of everything to give you the ultimate family vacation, including a movie theater.

With the needs of families and kids in mind, the Holiday Inn & Suites, North Beach provides free guest laundry facilities, room service, a relaxing hot tub, as well as a choice of three delicious restaurants. Enjoy the best of the beach, inspired by 50 years of family tradition, the Isle of Capri offers fine Italian dining and stunning views of the Atlantic. The Square Whale is the ideal spot to enjoy moderately-priced poolside specialties. Want a great start? The Greenery Café’s funky candy-colored atmosphere serves a buffet of breakfast delights.

You’ll love the perfect boardwalk location of the Courtyard Virginia Beach Oceanfront/North.  All oceanfront rooms and only steps away from the boardwalk and many events and festivals.

Enjoy a private getaway and spend a day at the pool, with its cascading waters and swaying palms, work out in the fitness room, or step outside for a quite walk on the beach. After a full day, retreat to your oceanfront balcony and daydream while taking in the beautiful view of the ocean.

Special weekday rates of $89 per night and only $109 per night on weekends. Upgrade to a spacious suite with all the extra amenities for only$20 more.

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Book a room at Courtyard Virginia Beach Oceanfront/North 37th Street at the Spring Getaway rate

• Offer expires May 23, 2013
  • Rates are based on availability and cannot be combined with other discounts and promotions

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Offer is based on availability. Package amenities are per stay, no refunds issued for any unused portion of package. Other restrictions may apply.

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Romance by the Sea

3900 Atlantic Ave

Virginia Beach, VA

757|428|1711

]]> http://www.travelguide-hamptonroads.com/hampton-roads/romance-by-the-sea/feed 0 http://www.travelguide-hamptonroads.com/hampton-roads/romance-by-the-sea http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/hamptonroadsblog/~3/G4q0Fiu1Ul8/calling-all-brides http://www.travelguide-hamptonroads.com/uncategorized/calling-all-brides#comments Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:53:28 +0000 Travel Guide http://www.travelguide-hamptonroads.com/?p=3498 The Holiday Inn Oceanside now offers onsite weddings & receptions! Get married in the all new fully renovated Holiday Inn Oceanside in Virginia Beach. Brides your girlfriends will be sorry they didn’t get married here. Planning your wedding will never be so easy with our trained staff!

 All rooms are oceanfront so your out of town friends and family can stay at the hotel and enjoy all the accommodations the hotel has to have to offer. Including the brand new indoor heated pool with water feature, expanded fitness center and oceanfront dining. Group blocks are available for wedding party and out of town guests and include complimentary welcome gift with a signed contract.

This package includes the following:

• 2 entrée buffet
• Champagne toast
• Centerpieces
• Dance floor
• Sweetheart table
• Linen
• Complimentary upgrade for Bride and Groom w/a bottle of champagne
• $32.00 pp

Call the hotel directly and ask for Susan Faucett, Area Sales & Catering Coordinator, to start the planning of your perfect day.

Contact:

Susan Faucett |Area Sales & Catering Coordinator

tele: 757|419-3201

email: susan.faucett@crestlinehotels.com

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The Holiday Inn & Suites, North Beach is located at the relaxing north end of the Virginia Beach Resort strip and features oceanfront guest and meeting rooms, as well as an outdoor tropical pool complex. Just steps from local restaurants, entertainment and shopping, hotel guests can enjoy direct beach and boardwalk access from the hotel.

All Oceanview guest rooms feature private balconies, mini-refrigerators and coffeemakers. Complimentary High-Speed Wireless Internet is available in each room as well as in public areas.

Guests can splash in over 250,000 gallons of fun in the newly renovated pools including 2 Lazy Rivers, 2 Water Slides and Spa which are open year round. Enjoy the 50-Seat Movie Theatre, Splash Camp,State-of-the-Art Fitness Center and additional oceanfront patio café. Relax in completely renovated guest rooms featuring a refrigerator/microwave, a flat-screen LCD TVs, iPod alarm clock/ docking station, free internet and expanded bathroom designed to meet your family’s needs!

The HolidayInn & Suites North Beach offers guests three delicious choices for their dining needs. The Isle of Capri’s chef, Pasquale Arcese continues his family’s tradition as chef. He is no stranger to the business, having worked in the family kitchen since childhood. He currently leads the Isle of Capri which was originally begun by his father. Located at the HolidayInn & Suites North Beach, you can still enjoy many of the old family recipes. Magnificent Italian cuisine and a panoramic sixth-story oceanfront view make the Isle of Capri your best choice for oceanfront dining. Guests can also visit The Square Whale Restaurant to enjoy a more casual atmosphere. Your appetite will certainly be satisfied with  fried shrimp, crab cakes, delicious salads, wraps and specialty sandwiches, and much more. The Square Whale offers delicious, casual and economical oceanfront dining. The Greeenery is where you will find breakfast with many options to choose from.

This Virginia Beach Resort hotel is the perfect choice for business travelers with its convenient location and amenities. The hotel is just a short drive toFortStory, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Oceana Naval Base and Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center. Offering over 9,000 square feet of meeting space, the Holiday Inn & Suites North Beach is a great choice for your next meeting, if you don’t think the gorgeous views of the oceans from the meeting rooms will be too distracting. Even better, impress your guests with your choice when you have your wedding here.

Whether coming toVirginia Beach for business or just for fun, your room at the Holiday Inn & Suites North Beach is your personal retreat.

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 This offer is good year round

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