By Denise Schoonhoven
What Things to Do in Virginia Beach?
Virginia
beach offers a relaxed
resort atmosphere on Virginia's Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic shore. Visitors lounge on the free
beaches, stroll the boardwalk and bask in southern hospitality. Relax amongst the moss-covered trees in the park lands. Marvel at modern engineering accomplishments at the Tunnel Bridge and local military bases. Reserve time for introspection in the mystical world of American visionary, Edgar Cayce, as you explore what things to do in Virginia Beach.
Neptune on the Boardwalk
Statue of Neptune
Designate the giant statue of Neptune, god of the sea, as a central meeting place for your group. It is situated at the middle of the 6-mile boardwalk near shops and hotels, amusement parks and arcades, and restaurants and hotels. Enter the beach via the nearby steps.
Oceana Naval Air Station
Naval fighter jet
Get up close to military plane action at the Jet Observation Park on Oceana Boulevard at the main gate into Oceana Naval Air Station. Bring your camera to capture the excitement as Navy fighter jets take off and land. Picnic tables are provided.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel
Bridge-Tunnel overview
Drive across the 20-mile stretch of road and tunnels where the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean meet. Stop at the Scenic Overlook on the north end to get a panoramic view of the structure, which is considered one of the Seven Modern Engineering Wonders of the World.
Mossy tree trails
Bald Cyprus and moss
Walk the 1-mile Bald Cyprus Trail in First Landing State Park. Pick up a self-guided map brochure at the Trail Center then immerse yourself in the flora and fauna of an ocean front forest that has been preserved for centuries. The trail is handicap-accessible.
Edgar Cayce's Association for Research and Enlightenment
Cayce's A.R.E.
Immerse yourself in New Age ambiance at the A.R.E. Visitors Center. Learn about the Edgar Cayce legacy of metaphysics and holistic healing. Rest for a few moments in the meditation room, walk the labyrinth in the landscaped gardens or schedule a therapeutic massage at the A.R.E. Health Center and Spa.
Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
Association for Research and Enlightenment
215 67th Street
Virginia Beach, Virginia
www.edgarcayce.org
(757) 428-3588
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About the Author:
A seasoned business traveler, Denise Schoonhoven specializes in food, travel, landscaping, design and personal development topics. She has lived and worked in London, San Francisco, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and the Pacific Northwest. Schoonhoven hails from the corporate writing world where she authored marketing material, catalogs, presentations and training documents.
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JasonPratt.org, Mike Tigas, Sachin Nigam, Jolee Thomp, Ginger Krick
