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Virginia Romantic Vacation

Monday, June 28th, 2010
A Late Given Rose

A single rose - that's romantic.

Virginia bed and breakfasts excel at creating romantic environments, thanks in large part to the love and attention of the innkeepers. Let’s face it, when was the last time you stayed in a chain hotel and found it to be romantic? They can be comfortable, they can be convenient, but they don’t offer that inexplicable “je ne sais quoi” that is the purview of individually owned and operated inns.

Romantic Specials at bed and breakfasts Virginia vary widely. You may find chocolate dipped strawberries and a bottle of Virginia Wine in the room upon arrival. You may dine at the inn or at a nearby elegant restaurant. You’ll breakfast in the morning on fine china by candlelight.

Some Virginia bed and breakfasts arrange a tour of nearby Virginia Wineries and provide two wine glasses to help you remember your romantic stay. Others include a night at the theatre in their romance specials. You may find yourself skimming over the tops of trees during an early morning hot air balloon ride, or enjoying side by side in-room massages. The possibilities are endless.

If you are in the mood for a romantic Virginia Vacation, be sure to browse our Packages and Specials Page. Innkeepers are masters of creating romantic moods. Let them help add romance to your next Virginia bed and breakfast experience.

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Virginia’s Unexpected Eastern Shore

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

The Eastern Shore of Virginia is a slender peninsula of land jutting out between the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay. It is an area rich in history and natural attractions. Tourism thrives here, but in an understated way. Stay in Eastern Shore Virginia bed and breakfasts while discovering this unique place.

Onancock is one of the largest towns on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, with a population of approximately 1,500. Onancock Creek wraps around the town and meanders about 4 miles before spilling into Chesapeake Bay. Stroll or bike through town, admiring the historic architecture. Visit art galleries, take in a movie at the historic Roseland theater, and dine in several excellent restaurants. Kayak down the creek.

Take a day trip from Onancock to Tangier Island in the Chesapeake Bay, a remarkable place where residents still speak with an accent similar to the original British settlers. Be sure to enjoy a soft shell crab sandwich while there.

Chincoteague Island is a quaint island/town on the Atlantic coast with a handful of museums, shops, and restaurants. Nearby Assateague Island National Seashore includes 37 miles of sandy beaches, and wild ponies to boot. There is truly no place like this in the country,

If possible, stay in an Eastern Shore Virginia bed and breakfast during the Chincoteague Island Blueberry Festival towards the end of July. This is the best time of year to indulge in thick slices of blueberry pie topped with a fat scoop of blueberry ice-cream. The Pony Penning also takes place at the end of July; it has been a tradition for nearly 100 years for horses to swim across the shallow water between islands, run through town, and into pens. Think of the running of the bulls in Spain – the experience will be just as exotic.

It is worth taking the time to explore the whole Virginia Eastern Shore once there. This is a wonderful place to bird watch, cycle past lush farmland, and fish. History buffs and outdoor enthusiasts will be equally at home on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, as will people simply seeking tranquility.

Sunrise Paddling on the North Canadian River

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Virginia Romantic Getaway – It’s Time

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

Don’t let another summer pass without making time for a Romantic Getaway in Virginia.

If summer romance means water and sun, head to a Virginia Bed and Breakfast near the Chesapeake Bay or the Virginia coast. Woe your sweetie with a moonlit canoe trip, or an afternoon sailing adventure. Share a bottle of Virginia Wine that you select after touring the region’s wineries. Watch the sunset while holding hands as you walk along the beach.

If summer romance means cool wooded trails and mountains, head to the Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Drive the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway in search of the perfect scenic overlook to share a picnic. Go horseback riding in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests. Sleep late, eat an amazing breakfast at your Virginia Bed and Breakfast, and spend a day poking through antique shops in search of treasures.

If summer romance means late nights in the city, head to Northern Virginia and enjoy excursions into the nation’s capitol. Spend days exploring the many historic sites of the region, and then dress up and go to the city for dinner and entertainment.

No matter what defines romance for the two of you, you’ll find it in Virginia. For inspiration, check out our Virginia travel packages and specials page; many inns offer romance packages that can help make any holiday cause for celebration.

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More Tiffany – Statewide

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts will host the only U.S. Exhibition of Tiffany: Color and Light, celebrating the work of one of America’s greatest artists and designers, Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848-1933). The exhibition will run from May 29 to August 15 in Richmond, Virginia.

For Tiffany fans, an exploration of works by the master of glass doesn’t have to end with a visit to Tiffany: Color and Light.  For the more adventurous, you can see Tiffany’s genius around Virginia.  VMFA has created a statewide tour of Tiffany windows, with detailed information available on the museum’s web site www.vmfa.museum. The tour extends throughout  the Commonwealth and includes 33 sites, which have been organized into four regions.  Downloadable audio with detailed information on selected sites are also available on their web site.

So take a look at the Sampling of Windows and select a bed and breakfast nearby and plan you trip through the Commonwealth over the next several months. Be sure to check the Bed and Breakfast Associations web site for Packages Specials. (more…)

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