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Best Western Oceanfront
1101 Atlantic Avenue
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Nightly Rates (63.99 - 63.99)
2 Star
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Property Description |
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The Best Western Oceanfront interior corridor hotel is a contemporary eight story hotel with 110 all ocean front rooms with private balcony. Furnishings and rooms have been beautifully decorated and upgraded in January 2004 with new carpeting, bedspreads and drapes. Rooms are comfortable and the d�cor reflects the resort location. All rooms have a dramatic panoramic view of the beach and Atlantic Ocean.
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Amenities |
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Laundry/Valet Services
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Bar/Lounge
Beach
Coffee Maker in Room
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Elevators
Fishing
Free Parking
Hairdryers Available
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Hairdryers Available
Mini Bar
Modem Lines in Room
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Pool
Safe Deposit Box
Tennis
Television with Cable
Restaurant
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Room Information |
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1 KING BED,JACUZZI,REFRIGERATOR,MICROWAVE:
* 1 King Bed* Hot Tub* Microwave* Refrigerator
1 KING 1 QUEEN,2ND BED SOFABD,COFFEE MKR,MICROWV,R:
* 1 King 1 Queen* Coffee Maker* Microwave* Refrigerator* Second Bed Is A Sofabed
1 KING 1 QUEEN,2ND BED SOFABD,REFRIG,MICROWAVE,WET:
* 1 King 1 Queen* Microwave* Refrigerator* Second Bed Is A Sofabed* Wet Bar
1 KING 1 QUEEN,NSMK,2ND BED SOFABD,MICRWV,REFRIG,C:
* 1 King 1 Queen* Coffee Maker* Microwave* No Smoking* Refrigerator* Second Bed Is A Sofabed
2 QUEEN BEDS,REFRIGERATOR:
* 2 Queen Beds* Refrigerator
2 QUEEN BEDS,NO SMOKING,REFRIGERATOR,CONTINENTAL B:
2 QUEEN BEDS,NO SMOKING,REFRIGERATOR:
* 2 Queen Beds* No Smoking* Refrigerator
1 KING BED,2ND BED SOFABD,COFFEE MKR,MICROWV,REFRI:
* 1 King Bed* Coffee Maker* Microwave* Refrigerator* Second Bed Is A Sofabed
1 KING BED,2ND BED SOFABD,REFRIG,MICROWAVE,WETBAR:
* 1 King Bed* Microwave* Refrigerator* Second Bed Is A Sofabed* Wet Bar
1 KING BED,NSMK,2ND BED SOFABD,MICRWV,REFRIG,COFMK:
* 1 King Bed* Coffee Maker* Microwave* No Smoking* Refrigerator* Second Bed Is A Sofabed
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Rate Disclaimer |
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Indicative rates are for search purposes only. The entire range of rates may not be available during certain seasons or other specified periods of time. Check for specific rate availability when making a reservation.
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Miscellaneous Information |
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American Dollars is the native currency.
Check in time is 3:00 P.M.
Check out time is 11:00 A.M.
Time Zone is Eastern Standard Time
Opened in 1983
Renovated in 2002
110 rooms.
0 suites.
8 floors.
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Directions |
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�From: The north. Take Interstate 95 to Richmond then take Interstate 64E Norfolk/Virginia Beach. Follow Interstate 64E to Interstate 264E into resort area. Follow until T-intersection, which is Atlantic Avenue, make a right. The Best Western Oceanfront is 10 blocks down on the left side. �From: Route 13. Head south over Chesapeake Bay Tunnel Bridge to Virginia Beach exit, make a left at the end of the exit onto Shore Drive. Follow Shore Drive to resort area, approximately 10 miles. Turn left onto Atlantic Avenue, the Best Western Oceanfront is 20 blocks on the left. �From: The south. Take Interstate 95N or Interstate 85N to Highway 58E. Take Highway 58 to Interstate 264E, Virginia Beach exit. Follow 264E into resort area until "T" intersection, which is Atlantic Avenue. Make a right and the Best Western Oceanfront is 10 blocks down on the left side. �From: The west. Take Interstate 64E to Interstate 264E to Virginia Beach. Follow Interstate 264E into resort area until "T" intersection, which is Atlantic Avenue. Make a right and the Best Western Oceanfront is 10 blocks down on the left.
Norfolk International Airport 15 miles
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Guarantee Policy |
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You must use a credit card to book online.
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Cancellation Policy |
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Cancellation policies vary from hotel to hotel. Most current and accurate cancellation policies will appear on your confirmed reservation notification.
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Calendar of Events:
* November 14 - Janurary: November 14th thru January 1st - Holiday lights at the beach, only oceanfront light show in United States November 15 - Hometown holiday parade November 28 - 30 - Christmas Craft Market December 1 - 3 - Holiday lights at the beach, only oceanfront light show in United States * January 1 - March 9: Winter Wildlife/ Whale Watching Boat Trips - Trips are Wednesday through Sunday with knowledgeable museum interpreters narrating on winter wildlife and historic landmarks. Whale sightings are not guaranteed. The Best Western Oceanfront offers packages, call hotel direct.* January 6: Twelfth Night Celebration - Come to the Francis Land House and join a traditional 18th century celebration of the Christmas Season. As character interpreters portray the Land Family and their guests. Visitors will participate in the Twelfth Night traditions such as dancing, burning of the holiday greens, and a toast to the New Year.* January 16 - 18: The Virginia Flower and Garden Show - This years 'Carnival of Gardens' theme brings the greatest show earth to Virginia Beach and features a Ferris Wheel made of thousands of flowers. Educational classes and children's activities are provided. The hours for the show are Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact Virginia Flower and Garden Show, 757-853-0057 or visit www.vafgs.org* February 1 - 9: 50th Annual Mid-Atlantic Sport & Boat Show - Largest attended show and sale of boats and marine related products and services in Virginia and the Carolinas, see powerboats of all sizes and shapes, speak with representatives from businesses that offer marine services, look at nautical jewelry and meet people from various marine organizations.* February 8: Polar Plunge 2003 - Take a chilly plunge onto the Atlantic Ocean to benefit Special Olympics Virginia. Since 1993 the Polar Plunge has raised more than $600,000 for Special Olympics. Contact Special Olympics, 877-874-7462 or www.polarplunge.com.* March 7 - 9: U.S. Field Hockey National Indoor Tournament (Under 19 Division) - This year's tournament is expected to feature approximately 100 teams in four tournaments: U19 Girls, U16 & U14 Girls, Women's Open and Men's Open. During the tournament, players will hone their skills in preparation for upcoming fall season. Located at the Virginia Beach Pavilion. Contact: 757-491-7866-or visit www.usfield hockey.com/indoor.* March 14 -15: 31st Annual Virginia Beach Shamrock Sportfest - One of the most popular road race competitions on the International racing circuit, the Shamrock Sportfest features a world class marathon, open 7K and masters 8K races, fitness walk, children's marathon and sports and fitness expo. It also serves as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Contact: Jerry or Amy Frostick, 757-496-5183 or visit www.shamrockmarathon.com.* March 20 - 23: 18th Annual Mid-Atlantic Home & Garden Show - The Home and Garden Show returns to the Virginia Beach pavilion with perennial-favorite displays, including a new Ultimate Backyard display, activities, celebrity demonstrations and much more! The show includes 200 exhibits, fresh ideas, and hundreds of new and unique products for remodeling, decorating and landscaping. Contact: Tidewater Builders Association. 757-420-2434 or www.tbasonline.org * April 10 - 11: Easter Eggstravaganza - The 24th Street Park is the place to celebrate spring. Children will be delighted with this Easter weekend event that features the Easter Bunny and his friends helping to hunt for prize-filled eggs, puppet shows, face painting, games and a moonwalk, Festival hours are 12:00 Noon to 5:00 p.m. Free.* April 15 - 16: Spring Wine Fest - Enjoy delicious food and live entertainment while sampling more than 50 varieties of wines from all over the world in 24th Street Park. Festival hours are 12:00 Noon to 6:00 p.m. Nominal sampling fee. * April 20 - 27: Historic Garden Week in Virginia - On April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Virginia Beach will host a day of this weeklong tour, a popular statewide event now entering its 70th season. Visitors may spend a leisurely day visiting some of Virginia Beach's loveliest residences and gardens, from charming oceanfront cottages to stately historic homes. Ticketed admission. Contact: Garden Club of Virginia, 804-644-7776 or visit www.vagardenweek.org* April 23 -25: 5th Annual Cruisin' Virginia Beach - Auto Super Show Weekend - See the hottest cars, street rods, street machines, classics and antique autos from all over the Mid-Atlantic region displayed along the Boardwalk during this reved-up weekend. There is a nominal fee for entering the car show, all other activities are free.* April 25 - June 7 (Fridays and Saturdays) June 14 - September 1 (Daily): Dolphin Watching Boat Trips - Observe the dolphins in their natural habitat during these two-hour boat trips sponsored by the Virginia Marine Science Museum, Visitors of all ages will enjoy watching the dolphins feed, dive and leap from the water in acrobatic displays. With knowledgeable museum interpreters on board, the Virginia Marine Science Museum's trips offer commentary on wildlife and historic landmarks. Tickets are $12.00 for adults and $10.00 for children (ages 1-11). Reservations are required. Contact Virginia Marine Science Museum.* April 30 - May 2: ATV Wars - Quads take over the oceanfront for a weekend of intense, high-flying action. All-Terrain-Vehicles kick up the sand in a competition that features top riders from all over the US. Riders compete in pro, semi-pro, amateur and youth motocross classes, highlighted by nitro-burning sand drags under the lights on Saturday night! Free, oceanfront at 6th Street.* May 7 - 9: Monsters on the Beach 6 - The monsters are back - monster trucks that is - and brings a high impact weekend of thrills, spills and chills. The line-up includes the biggest, best and some of the "baddest" monster trucks ever seen. Side-by-side racing on the beach plus the ever-popular tough truck competition, truck show-and=shine and monster truck rides on the beach. On the Virginia Beach oceanfront at 6th Street. Free, with VIP bleacher seats for a nominal charge.* May 7 - 9: PANorama Caribbean Music Fest - Andy Narell, the original "man of steel" headlines this weekend music celebration with his unique brand of jazz steel rhythms influenced by Afro-Caribbean, Latin and pos traditions. The Virginia Arts Festival's Community Outreach Band, the Rhythm Project, also host a lively competition of high school and middle school pan bands from across the country. Popular college pan steel bands round out the event with stylized energetic performances bound to turn the event into a beachfront carnival. Join in the fun at the oceanfront stages at 17th and 24th Street Parks. Free.* May 11 - 17: PGA Nationwide Tour - More than 140 of the world's top-ranked golfers will tee off in Virginia Beach, in the hopes of earning a spot on the prestigious PGA Tour. The tournament includes a Pro-Am competition and will be broadcast live on The Golf Channel.* May 17 - June 8, September 1 - October 5 (Saturdays and Sundays only and June 14 - August (Daily): Cruise the Creek - In this adventure, sponsored by the Virginia Marine Science Museum, the "Coastal Explorer", a 50-passenger pontoon boat, provides a glimpse of the last underdeveloped salt marsh in Virginia Beach, the Owls Creek Salt Marsh. Suring this 40-minute cruise, museum interpreters will introduce visitors to Owls Creek inhabitants and its special ecosystem. See Osprey diving to catch fish and Herons stalking their prey in the cord grass. You also will learn about the history and ecology of Owls Creek as well as conservation measures. $3.00 per person.* May 19 - 23: Beach Music Weekend & National Shag Championship - Kick off your shoes and shag dance in the sand as Bill Deal & The Rhondels, General Johnson & The Chairmen of the Board, the Holiday Band, Coastline Band, The Rhondels and others perform free concerts at this jam-packed rockin' and rollin' party. Plus, national-ranked shaggers compete for cash prizes and trophies in the Shag Championship on the Beach. Held at Steppin' Out, the Beachhouse and the oceanfront at 30th Street. Free.* May 23 - August 28: Beachstreet USA - A little bit of Mardi Gras and a Beach Carnival, Beachstreet USA features a diverse array of strolling street performers, live bands, costumed characters, magicians and more along the sidewalk of Atlantic Avenue between 17th and 25th Streets.* May 28 - 31 (Memorial Day Weekend): Remember the Music - A Tribute to Our Military Heroes - Spend Memorial Day Weekend at the oceanfront for this special tribute to our military heroes! It's a Star-Spangled Spectacular as local and national acts play music from various decades in a rousing salute to the Armed Forces. There's someone, from big bands to rock bands. Military ensembles, re-enactors, and static displays are also a part of this Red, White and Blue celebration. Artists to be announced. Free.* May 28 - 31 (Memorial Day Weekend): 20th Annual Pungo Strawberry Festival - Held in Virginia Beach's charming farming community, this annual celebration features plump, fresh strawberries, a parade, musical entertainment on three stages, 4-H displays, a large carnival, children's activity area and more than 100 arts and craft vendors.* June 4 - 6: Latin American Festival - Taking its cure from Miami, Virginia Beach recreates its own "Calle Ocho" Festival in 24th Street Park, filling the oceanfront with sights, sounds, and smells of Latin music, food and fun times. Dance to the beat of Salsa, Merengue, Mambo and Bachata tunes presented by some of the best national, regional and local acts. Arts, crafts and delicious foods from variety of countries make the celebration complete. Free.* June 6 - 8: North American Sand Soccer Championships - The world's largest sand soccer tournament takes place from 1st through 14th Streets right on the sand in beautiful Virginia Beach. Approximately 5,000 youth and adult players are expected, including international entries. Contact: Hampton Roads Soccer Council, 757-456-0578.* June 13 - 16: Boardwalk Art Show & Festival - Nearly 400 fine artists, craftsmen and world-class contemporary performing artists will convene on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk for one of the best and most popular outdoor fine art shows in the country. Paintings, ceramics, fine crafts, sculptures and photography are featured along a 14-block stretch of Virginia Beach's famous oceanfront Boardwalk.* June 18 - August 27 (Wednesdays only): Ocean Collections Boat Trips - Seahorses, stingrays, crabs and sand dollars - just some of what can be found living beneath the surface of the ocean. During these 90-minute boat trips, Virginia Marine Science Museum staff with trawl the ocean floor for a sample of sea life to bring on board and discuss. Children will have a chance to ask questions about the animals before they are returned to the water. The boat leaves Wednesdays at noon. Reservations are required.* June 25 - 27: The King and the Legends of Rock 'n Roll - Virginia Beach's famous Viva Elvis festival takes a new twist with great performances by other rock artists! Step back in time and enjoy performances by top-notch tribute artists as they pay homage to musical legends, including the Beatles, Sonny and Cher, Roy Orbison, The Beatles and Lionel Ritchie. They'll all be at the oceanfront with the King of Rock & Roll himself! 17th and 24th Street Parks. Contact : Beachevents, 757-425-3111 or visit www.beacheventsfun.com* July 3 - August 24: Ella: The Life and Music of Ella Fitzgerald - Virginia's own Ella Fitzgerald is memorialized in this heartwarming tribute. "Ella" shares the music and stories that made her one of the most beloved singers of all time. 13th Street Gazebo. Free.* July 4: Stars & Stripes Explosion - This star-spangled celebration features dramatic fireworks at 9:30 p.m., complemented bya patriotic performance by the Virginia Symphony on a special stage in the sand at 20th Street. Additional concerts held at 17th and 24th Streets. Free.* July 12:* August 20 - 24: 41st Annual East Coast Surfing Championships and Beach Sports Festival - North America's oldest running surfing contest returns to Virginia beach with more than 100 of the world's top professional surfers and an estimated 450 amateur surfers who will "ride the curl" at Virginia Beach's Historic 2nd Street Jetty. With combined cash prizes of $55,000.00, the competition offers the largest cash purse on the East coast. An entry fee is required for contestants, all activities are free for spectators. Designated as a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism society. Contact: Virginia Beach Jaycees, 800-861-SURF or surf the website www/surfecsc.com* Dates to be determined: Soul Music Beach Festival - Against the rhythmic backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, music lovers will explore the African origins of today's diversified music genres including soft rock, jazz, Latin and R&B.; The inaugural two-day festival features food, activities, ethnic arts and crafts vendors and local, regional, and national recording artists. Free. Contact: Beachevents 757-425-3111 or visit www.beacheventsfun.com* August 31 (Sunday, Labor Day Weekend): 3rd Annual Rock 'n Roll Half Marathon - Be a part of the nation's premier 13.1 mile rockin' and runnin' event when the excitement explodes at the 3rd Annual Rock 'n Roll Half Marathon. With world class athletes, an $80,000.00 prize purse, a pancake-flat oceanfront course, live rock 'n roll bands at every mile and a major headliner concert, the beach will rock! This action-packed weekend also includes a free two-day Sports & Fitness Expo at the Pavilion Convention Center. The race is limited to 15,000 runners, walkers and wheelchairs. Contact: 800-822-* September 3 - 6 (Labor Day Weekend): 10th Annual Verizon Wireless American Music Festival - The biggest music event on the East Coast, the American Music Festival annually features blockbuster line-up of national recording acts playing the nations' favorite sounds. Performances take place at the 17th and 24th Street Oceanfront Parks and stages along the boardwalk, as well as at stages located on the sand at 5th and 29th Streets. More than 50 concerts on 10 stages - most performances are free, although some require a nominal ticket fee.* Dates to be determined: NAS Oceana Air Show - Head to Fighter Country, USA for the Navy's premier air show at Naval Air Station Oceana. This award-winning air show features the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the U.S. Army Golden Knights and the British Red Devils. In addition to the impressive military line up, you'll also witness spellbinding performances from the work's best civilian pilots.* Dates to be determined: John Mills Salutes?The Mills Brothers - It's the music you know and love! With hits like "Up A Lazy River", "Paper Doll" and "Yellow Bird", the Mills Brothers have made a lasting impression on the American music scene. Spend an autumn evening under the stars in 24th Street Park listening to theses great songs and more.* September 10 - 12: 11th Annual Blues at the Beach - The National Blues Network and Beachevents team up to stage the best in blues music from national and regional artists in a jamming weekend filled with unforgettable music. Also, workshops that teach the techniques needed for improving as a blues musician are offered. Free.* September 13 - 14: Annual Neptune Wine Festival - A celebration of Virginia's finest wines, along with food and musical entertainment at the 24th Street Park, Contact: Virginia Beach Neptune Festival, 757-498-0215 or visit www.neptunefestival.com* September 14: Sandman Triathlon - One of the mid-Atlantic's best-known triathlons kicks off at Atlantic Avenue at 31st Street. The race begins with a 1K open ocean swim, followed by a 14-mine bike race through Fort Story, concluding with a 5K run along the boardwalk. Registration fee. Contract: 757-431-2982.* September 26 - 28: 30th Annual Virginia Beach Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend - A boisterous and beloved send-off to summer, the Neptune Festival offers everything from a wine tasting and world-class sandcastle competition to numerous athletic competitions, an air show and the famous Neptune Parade. It has been ranked among the top 10 festival in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Association ad is on the American Bus Association's top 100 festivals in the county. Contact: Virginia Beach Neptune Festival, 757-498-0215 or visit www,neptunefestival.com
Calendar of Events:
November 14th thru January 1st - Holiday lights at the beach, only oceanfront light show in United States 15th - Hometown holiday parade 28th thru 30 - Christmas Craft Market December 1st thru 31st - Holiday lights at the beach, only oceanfront light show in United States January 1 to March 9 Winter Wildlife/ Whale Watching Boat Trips: Trips are Wednesday through Sunday with knowledgeable museum interpreters narrating on winter wildlife and historic landmarks. Whale sightings are not guaranteed. The Best Western Oceanfront offers packages, call hotel direct. January 6 Twelfth Night Celebration, Come to the Francis Land House and join a traditional 18th century celebration of the Christmas Season. As character interpreters portray the Land Family and their guests. Visitors will participate in the Twelfth Night traditions such as dancing, burning of the holiday greens, and a toast to the New Year. January 16-18 The Virginia Flower and Garden Show This years 'Carnival of Gardens' theme brings the greatest show earth to Virginia Beach and features a Ferris Wheel made of thousands of flowers. Educational classes and children's activities are provided. The hours for the show are Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact Virginia Flower and Garden Show, 757-853-0057 or visit www.vafgs.org February 1-9 50th Annual Mid-Atlantic Sport & Boat Show Largest attended show and sale of boats and marine related products and services in Virginia and the Carolinas, see powerboats of all sizes and shapes, speak with representatives from businesses that offer marine services, look at nautical jewelry and meet people from various marine organizations. February 8 Polar Plunge 2003 Take a chilly plunge onto the Atlantic Ocean to benefit Special Olympics Virginia. Since 1993 the Polar Plunge has raised more than $600,000 for Special Olympics. Contact Special Olympics, 877-874-7462 or www.polarplunge.com. March 7-9 U.S. Field Hockey National Indoor Tournament (Under 19 Division) This year's tournament is expected to feature approximately 100 teams in four tournaments: U19 Girls, U16 & U14 Girls, Women's Open and Men's Open. During the tournament, players will hone their skills in preparation for upcoming fall season. Located at the Virginia Beach Pavilion. Contact: 757-491-7866-or visit www.usfield hockey.com/indoor. March 14-15 31st Annual Virginia Beach Shamrock Sportfest One of the most popular road race competitions on the International racing circuit, the Shamrock Sportfest features a world class marathon, open 7K and masters 8K races, fitness walk, children's marathon and sports and fitness expo. It also serves as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Contact: Jerry or Amy Frostick, 757-496-5183 or visit www.shamrockmarathon.com. March 20-23 18th Annual Mid-Atlantic Home & Garden Show The Home and Garden Show returns to the Virginia Beach pavilion with perennial-favorite displays, including a new Ultimate Backyard display, activities, celebrity demonstrations and much more! The show includes 200 exhibits, fresh ideas, and hundreds of new and unique products for remodeling, decorating and landscaping. Contact: Tidewater Builders Association. 757-420-2434 or www.tbasonline.org April 10-11 Easter Eggstravaganza The 24th Street Park is the place to celebrate spring. Children will be delighted with this Easter weekend event that features the Easter Bunny and his friends helping to hunt for prize-filled eggs, puppet shows, face painting, games and a moonwalk, Festival hours are Noon to 5:00 p.m. Free April 25-June 7 (Fridays & Saturdays) June 14-September 1 (Daily) Dolphin Watching Boat Trips Obsserve the dolphins in their natural havitat during these two-hour boat trips sponsered by the Virginia Marine Science Museum, Visitors of all ages will enjoy watching the dolphins feed, dive and leap from the water in acrobatic displays. Tickets are $12.00 for daults and $10.00 for children (ages 1-11). Reservations are required. Contact Virginia Marine Science Museum. April 25-June 7 (Fridays & Saturdays) June 14-September 1 (Daily) Dolphin Watching Boat Trips Obsserve the dolphins in their natural havitat during these two-hour boat trips sponsered by the Virginia Marine Science Museum, Visitors of all ages will enjoy watching the dolphins feed, dive and leap from the water in acrobatic displays. Tickets are $12.00 for daults and $10.00 for children (ages 1-11). Reservations are required. Contact Virginia Marine Science Museum. April 15-16 Spring Wine Fest Enjoy delicious food and live entertainment while sampling more than 50 varieties of wines from all over the world in 24th Street Park. Festival hours are 12:00 Noon to 6:00 p.m. Nominal sampling fee. April 23-25 5th Annual Cruisin' Virginia Beach - Auto Super Show Weekend See the hottest cars, street rods, street machines, classics and antique autos from all over the Mid-Atlantic region. There is a nominal fee for entering the car show; all other activities are free. April 30-May 2 ATV Wars Quads take over the oceanfront for a weekend of intense, high-flying action. Rider competes in pro, semi-pro. Amateur and youth motocross classes, highlighted by nitro-burning sand drags under the light on Saturday night. Free, oceanfront at 6th Street
Gateway Cities:
* 104 mile(s) from Richmond * 200 mile(s) from Washington, D.C.* 243 mile(s) from Baltimore, MD* 249 mile(s) from Philadelphia, PA* 348 mile(s) from New York, NY* 482 mile(s) from Pittsburgh, PA* 578 mile(s) from Atlanta, GA* 584 mile(s) from Boston, MA* 765 mile(s) from Montreal, PQ, Canada* 800 mile(s) from Toronto, ON, Canada* 854 mile(s) from Quebec City, PQ, Canada* 886 mile(s) from Chicago, IL
Gateway Cities:
* 104 miles from Richmond * 200 miles from Washington D.C. * 243 miles from Baltimore * 249 miles from Philadelphia * 348 miles from New York City * 482 miles from Pittsburgh * 578 miles from Atlanta * 584 miles from Boston * 765 miles from Montreal * 800 miles from Toronto * 854 miles from Quebec City * 886 miles from Chicago
Local Attractions:
* 0 mile(s) from the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, upgraded in 2000, making the boardwalk wider for walking and beach access, with bicycle paths, numerous bench seating and showers* .1 mile(s) from Virginia Beach's fishing pier and restaurants, No license needed if fishing from the pier.* .1 mile(s) from Virginia Beach Amusement Park, Seasonal, on the oceanfront offering variety of carnival rides.* .1 mile(s) from bicycle, roller blade rentals, an easy affordable way to see and experience all of Virginia Beach* .4 from miniature golf, 2 courses, a great family activity with a tropical theme course* 1 mile(s) from deep sea fishing charter and sightseeing, Half day and full day charter, private and public outings. Dolphin watching, excursions and sightseeing cruises.* 1 mile(s) from jet-ski rental and para-sailing, hourly jet-ski rental with instructions, para-sail the oceanfront * 2 mile(s) from Virginia Beach Marine Science Museum, One of the top ten marine science museums in the U.S., offering the only 3-D IMAX� theater in Virginia. Featuring a "Touch Tank", sharks, stingrays, dolphins and harbor seals.* 2 mile(s) from Ocean Breeze Water Park, Newly renovated in 1999, this 19-acre park offers numerous water slides, large pool for water enthusiasts of all ages. Also, available is Motor World a mini car race track and miniature golf course.* 2 mile(s) from Owl Creek Tennis Facility, lighted, 8 clay courts* 3 mile(s) from Egar Cayce Museum/Hospital, home to the "Father of Holistic Medicine", tours available daily* 3 mile(s) from Pavilion Convention Center, fantastic vaulted structure, a number of year-round events, including theatrical and musical performances, conventions, meeting, craft shows and trade shows.* 4 mile(s) from Owl Creek Golf and Driving Range * 4 mile(s) from Oceana Naval Master Jet Air Base, Largest Navel Top Gun Jet Base on the east coast, operating 12 squadrons of F-14 Tomcats and a fleet of Composite Squadron Twelve VFC-12 and Hornets. Tours available. Displays of previous fighter planes at the main gate with electronic educational instructions on each aircraft.* 5 mile(s) from GTE Virginia Beach Amphitheater, A 20,000-capacity outdoor concert venue, hosting 30 to 40 events each season, April to October. Featuring the hottest performers in pop, rock, adult contemporary, rhythm and blues, alternative, country, jazz and oldies.* 5 mile(s) from First Landing State Park and Reserve, 2,900-acre natural area with hiking trails and picnic areas. On the Chesapeake Bay featuring salt water marsh habitats, maritime forest and fresh water ponds with cypress trees.* 5 mile(s) from Blue Moon Cruise, the only lunch/dinner cruise along Broad Bay, Linkhorm Bay and Lynnhaven Inlet. Beautiful inland waterways seldom seen by people* 7 mile(s) from Lynnhaven Shopping Mall, More than 160 fine stores, five department stores and a food court. 1.35 million square feet of shopping excitement. * 8 mile(s) from Christian Broadcasting Network, Experience the energy of a live television show then take a behind the scenes look at this international television network and its multifaceted ministry.* 8 mile(s) from Norfolk Botanical Gardens, See diverse forest and spectacular blooms by foot, tram or boat. 175-acres of beautiful botanical displays with over 20 theme gardens.* 12 mile(s) from MacArthur Memorial, A unique vision into the General's life and military career. Offering a museum, theater, research library and archives tracing U.S. history.* 12 mile(s) from Nauticus, the national maritime center, entertainment for the whole family, with hands on interactive exhibits. Exotic fish, a shark petting tank, an exciting Aegis simulation battle , a group virtual reality game and giant-screen movies* 12 mile(s) from Norfolk Waterfront, A unique experience located on the James River, featuring 10 restaurants, an international food court and specialty retailers.* 12 mile(s) from Norfolk Naval Base, World's largest naval station and home of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet, featuring many classes of navel ships. Established in 1917. Daily tours available.* 12 mile(s) from Spirit of Norfolk Harbor Cruises, Lunch/Dinner Cruises, enjoy a narrated tour of Norfolk/Portsmouth Harbors passing sights like the Monitor/Merrimac Battle site, Naval Base and Old Fort Norfolk. Live entertainment on each cruise.* 15 mile(s) from Little Creek Naval Seal Base Home base to the Navy Seals, this is the largest amphibious base in the U.S. and home to the Amphibious School. Daily tours and Seal demonstrations available.* 25 mile(s) from Hampton University Museum Home to the South's largest collection of multicultural displays, featuring superb African and Native American pieces. The university was founded in 1868 and is home to five national historic landmarks.* 25 mile(s) from Virginia Air and Space Museum This is an out-of-this-world place that captures Hampton's heritage as the original site of NASA and America's space program. Many historical space exhibits.* 45 mile(s) from Colonial Williamsburg The restored capital of colonial Virginia, an outdoor living museum with over 50 public buildings, stores, and taverns. Craftsmen practicing 30 historic trades and domestic crafts. Get caught up in colonial life as brave patriots, character actors, whisper plans for revolution.* 45 mile(s) from Busch Gardens Adventure and great family fun awaits you at this award winning amusement park. 360-acres filled with live shows and 35 fantastic rides for all family members, including those with a brave heart, the world's tallest fasted and most inverted roller coaster awaits.* 45 mile(s) from Williamsburg Pottery Factory 200-acres with 32 buildings and inventory of 70,000 items. For half a century the Pottery had been the forefront of outlet trade. Shoppers will find a bonanza of bargains on clothing, shoes, home furnishings, linens, holiday gifts and needlework. 2nd Annual Mid-Atlantic Hermit Crab Challenge - This wacky contest begins with a beauty pageant for the "Most Curvaceous Crustacean" followed by preliminary racing heats and the championship crustacean 500 Race. Prizes will be awarded to all heat winners and the fastest Hermit Crab will receive the coveted "Order of the Mercury Claw" trophy. Free.
Transportation:
* 3 mile(s) from Greyhound/Trailway bus terminal * 15 mile(s) from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) * 20 mile(s) from Williamsburg/Newport News International Airport * 25 mile(s) from Amtrak railroad station, with bus service to Virginia Beach, drop off 1 mile from The Best Western Oceanfront
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