In Virginia Beach, the seagulls melody and the waves crashing ashore beckon you. Your lungs fill with salt air, the sun evaporates tiny drops of ocean from your skin and you are engulfed with euphoria as you anticipate the day. When planning the day�s itinerary, leave plenty of time to stroll along pristine fairways, embark on an oceanfront adventure, immerse yourself in fascinating history and spend lazy days lounging on sun-drenched beaches.

When planning your trip, note that with the region�s mild year-round climate, Virginia Beach is a popular getaway every season of the year. The resort city is centrally located on the East Coast just 20 minutes from Norfolk International Airport, which hosts over 200 major flights daily, and 45 minutes from Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport. For visitors driving to Virginia Beach, the resort city is just 4 hours away from Washington, D.C., 8 hours from New York City and 2 hours from Richmond, Va. It is also accessible from the world-famous Chesapeake Bay-Bridge Tunnel, a 17-mile span connecting Virginia�s Eastern Shore with Virginia Beach.

Finding the perfect accommodation is never a problem in Virginia Beach. With nearly 12,000 hotel rooms � from quaint Inns to the luxurious new hotels � over 1,800 campsites and several hundred rental cottages to choose from, Virginia Beach offers a variety of choices.

For a vacation that enriches the mind as much as the soul, visit Virginia Beach. The following itinerary will help you plan your next Beach vacation.

Day 1

Wake up and let the salt air tickle your nose as you embark on a sea-lovers excursion in search for dolphins on a �Dolphin Watching Boat Trip,� during summer months or a �Whale Watching Boat Trip� during the winter. Take in the sights and observe these animals in their natural habitat during a two-hour boat trip in the majestic Atlantic.

Next visit the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, where you will explore the oceanic world we share with our fellow sea creatures. Ranked among the Top 10 marine science and aquarium facilities in the U.S., the aquarium offers 800,000 gallons of aquariums and over 300 hands-on exhibits. Jump out of your seat while experiencing a 3D movie shown at the Virginia Aquarium�s IMAX� Theater. Enjoy a state-of-the-art sound system as you watch films ranging from educational pictures to major Hollywood releases. The Virginia Aquarium recently opened a new $25 million renovation to include the new Restless Planet permanent exhibit featuring 12,000 square feet of spectacular new habitats, exhibits and aquariums and more than doubling the Aquarium�s animal collection. Restless Planet is home to 6,000 new animals and 367 new species including Komodo dragons, exotic cobras, the endangered Tomistoma, spittle eagle rays, hedgehogs, and so much more.

Feel like dancing with the devil? Renowned golf course architect Rees Jones had a devilish inspiration when he designed Hell's Point Golf Club, a 6,776-yard, par 72, 18-hole course with lakes, interesting fairway angles, challenging greens and 61 sculptured sandtraps. Virginia Beach is a premier East Coast destination for golfers year-round. The resort city features eight top-rated golf courses, designed by such world-famous course architects as Fred Couples, Jack Nicklaus, and the legendary Pete Dye. Also try The Signature at West Neck, designed by Arnold Palmer � a beautiful 7010-yard, par 72 Championship course featuring Tifsport Bermuda tees and fairways and a smooth A-4 Bent Grass greens. When evening rolls round, tempt your palette with the taste of Virginia Beach�s Coastal Cuisine, featuring the freshest seafood from the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay and sun-ripened produce from local farms. Virginia Beach offers nearly 300 restaurants from which to choose.

Day 2

Begin your second day in the southern tip of Virginia Beach kayaking through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Adjacent to False Cape State Park, the refuge and park combine to form 13,429 acres. Both contain numerous hiking and kayaking opportunities for unique viewing of wildlife through a variety of landscapes � beaches, dunes, woodland, farm fields, salt marsh, maritime forest and wooded swamps. Choose one of the many guided kayaking tours � dolphin watching, sunrise, sunset and eco-tours � to catch glimpses of the pristine nature surrounding you. Don�t forget to bring your camera!

To complete a day in the water, experience surfing with former professional champions who are passing on their love of the ocean. Virginia Beach is the perfect destination to learn how to Hang 10! Master the techniques of paddling, catching waves, standing up and surfing � all in a safe environment. The various outfitters offer individual instruction, 2-hour classes, 1-day, 3-day and 5-day camps.

Before settling in for the evening, why not enjoy some free entertainment along the Virginia Beach resort strip? During the summer months, Beach Street USA showcases live entertainment including strolling street performers, live bands, costumed characters and musicians.

Day 3

The great blue is calling you to go on a deep sea fishing trip in Virginia Beach, the �Striped Bass Capital of the World.� The city is located where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Chesapeake Bay, and consequently, anglers are hauling in the mightiest of tuna, flounder, amberjack, wahoo, mackerel, red drum, tautog and much more. With two inlets, Rudee and Lynnhaven Inlets, visitors can embark on half-day and full-day inshore and offshore charters to chase everything from marlin to mahi. Virginia Beach also offers four fishing piers offering tackle rental and bait. With warm, Atlantic waters, there is no off-season in Virginia Beach for sport fishing.

Day 4

For a change in scenery, hiking opportunities abound in Virginia Beach�s state parks. First Landing State Park contains more than 19 miles of interpretive hiking trails through beach, back dunes, upland forest, tidal marsh and cypress swamp. Also, grab your binoculars and check out The Seashore-to-Cypress Loop, part of the statewide Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail. The Seashore-to-Cypress loop contains 12 viewing sites teeming with flocks of migrant shorebirds, songbirds and raptors. Popular stops include the Chesapeake Bay-Bridge Tunnel, First Landing State Park, Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, False Cape State Park and the Virginia Aquarium.

Right down the street from First Landing State Park on Ft. Story military base are the new and the Old Cape Henry Lighthouses, as well as the Cape Henry Cross. The Old Cape Henry Lighthouse was the first public building authorized by the federal government and the first lighthouse on the Chesapeake Bay in the 1700�s. The Cape Henry Cross is a national landmark, where the Jamestown settlers first landed in the New World in 1607. The first permanent English settlers set up a cross to affirm England's claim to the site, and later traveled to Jamestown. Then, peek into history at Virginia Beach�s historic homes, such as the Francis Land House, an 18th-century plantation home featuring period rooms and gardens.

Day 5

Looking for a little nightlife? Virginia Beach�s newest downtown area, Town Center, boasts 17 city blocks of shopping, dining and nightlife venues. Stroll through the unique boutique-style shops, then indulge with dinner and nightlife at one of the chic new eateries. After dinner, enjoy a show at the new Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, a world-class performance venue featuring musical greats such as Tony Bennett, Itzhak Perlman, and Bonnie Raitt. The facility features a grand lobby, outdoor performance plaza, and a performance theatre with seating for 1,300, with an intriguing layout designed for intimate seating. Day 6

On your last day, relax. Unwind and let your tensions go during a massage at The Association for Research and Enlightenment�s (ARE) day spa. The ARE has been recognized for holistic healing since it was founded in 1931 by Edgar Cayce, the father of holistic medicine and a noted psychic.

Spend the day lounging on the beach. Bike along the 3-mile boardwalk, also perfect for strolling, skating and people-watching. Finally, make reservations for dinner aboard Virginia�s Jewel, a luxury charter yacht. The two-hour trip cruises to the Chesapeake Bay to take in the sights.

The last thing to do is take a sunset walk on the beach. Remember to tell friends how to truly live the Beach life.

Virginia Beach entices visitors to �Live the Life� every season of the year! Located in the southeastern corner of the state, Virginia Beach is four hours southeast of D.C. by car and within a day�s drive or less from two-thirds of the U.S. population. For visitor information, call 1-800-VA-BEACH (800/822-3224) or visit the Web site www.vbfun.com for online trip planning and more information about Virginia Beach�s new $202.5 million convention center. For media information and digital images, click on www.vbpressroom.com.

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