By R.L. Cultrona
Virginia is for lovers, so what better place to spend your honeymoon? The landscape of Virginia offers couples a variety of destinations from oceanfront to lakeshore to secluded countryside. Whether you are interested in visiting historical sites, or spending your honeymoon eating fine food and sunning out by the pool, Virginia has something for you.
Tides Inn
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If you are looking to spend your honeymoon relaxing in the fresh country air, consider the Tides Inn (see link in References). Situated between Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers, this resort provides a mix of southern charm and hospitality with the service you would expect from a Four-Diamond resort. Guest rooms offer Egyptian linens and private water-view balconies. Spend your days on the 18-hole golf course, in the full-service spa or enjoying the numerous outdoors activities the Inn offers, including canoeing, kayaking or playing tennis. The two of you can also enroll in Premier Sailing School, located in the Tides Inn Marina. The Chesapeake Club and East Dinning Room, its signature restaurant, offers an intimate setting serving regional American cuisine. Compliment your romantic meal with a wine chosen from its award-winning wine list.
Tides Inn
480 King Carter Drive
Irvington, VA 22480-0580
Tel: (804) 438-5000
Lansdowne Resort
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Lansdowne Resort, this AAA Four-Diamond Award winner is situated on the banks of the Potomac River and surrounded by rolling hills (see link in References). The Resort mimics a country manor and employs the use of lush fabrics, vibrant colors and stunning views to provide the ultimate honeymoon setting. There are 296 well-appointed guest rooms, including 14 luxury suites. They offer two championship golf courses and Spa Minerale, a full-service spa that features a variety of treatments, including a couples suite where you can enjoy being pampered together. Located on property are six dining outlets, ranging from casual fare to fine dining. On The Potomac at Lansdowne Resort offers fine regional American Cuisine and is the perfect setting for a romantic dinner for two. In addition to the amenities offered on property, the Resort in also located in the heart of Virginia's wine country. The site of America's first vineyards, Virginia offers almost 100 wineries, 40 or which are located within an hour of the Resort. Visit the concierge to plan your romantic wine country tour.
Lansdowne Resort
44050 Woodridge Parkway
Lansdowne, VA 20176
Tel: (703) 729-8400
Fax: (703) 729-4096
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
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Located on the boardwalk overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the Hilton Virginia beach Oceanfront Hotel offers 290 rooms and suites (see link in References). The hotel offers bicycle rentals, beach activities, rooftop infinity pool and jogging track on-site as well as two award-winning restaurants; Catch 31, offering a large raw bar and fresh seafood selection and Salacia, the only AAA Four-Diamond Steakhouse in Virginia. The location of the hotel offers couples a variety of nearby attractions to choose from. Adjacent to the hotel is Neptune's Park, which offers nightly entertainment during the summer, and Shoppes at 31 Ocean boasts a variety of shopping boutiques. The hotel is 45 minutes from Colonial Williamsburg and Busch Gardens and 5 minutes from the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center. Whether planning to spend your honeymoon relaxing on the beach or seeing the sights of Virginia, this hotel is the perfect destination.
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
3001 Atlantic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Tel: (757) 213-3000
Fax: (757) 213-3019
About the Author:
R.L. Cultrona is a San Diego native and a graduate of San Diego State University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in theater, television and film with a minor in communications and political science. She began writing online instructional articles in June 2009.
