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TripSavvy: 7 Best Beaches in Virginia
By Barbara Noe Kennedy. Cover photo by Tom Saunders via Flickr Excerpt: Admittedly, beaches aren’t...
Dream Vacation Magazine: 12 Best Virginia Beaches
Even long before bridges made them easy to reach, Virginia beaches were attracting tourists from...
DC Travel Magazine: Quick Guide To The 40 Best Beaches Near DC
By Laura Gray / Day Trips, DC Getaways, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC Summer is when...
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Triton: Hidden Gems: Potomac
Excerpt: Cruising up the majestic Potomac River – the second largest tributary of the Chesapeake Bay – is a breathtaking rite of passage for any boater. In 1608 John Smith mapped the Potomac, President George Washington was born, lived and died on it, and our nation’s...
Leisure World News: Triathlete Takes Last Lap
by Stacy Smith Resident triathlete Hugh Mealy didn’t really expect to enter another athletic event at the age of 80, and yet he finds himself just weeks shy of competing in the Colonial Beach Triathlon in the riverside town of Colonial Beach, Virginia. “I’ve been...
Capital Region USA: Discover Virginia’s Oyster Trail: 7-Day Itinerary
Visit Virginia oyster farms, restaurants and more, enjoying as much or as little as you want at each stop. Excerpt: Virginia is the largest producer of fresh, farm-raised oysters on the East Coast of the U.S. Here, the Chesapeake Bay (the largest estuary in the...
Historic Virginia Travel: The Ultimate List of Things to do in Colonial Beach
Colonial Beach doesn’t have a big reputation, but there’s plenty of fun to be had in this small town. From exploring the National Monument to enjoying the fresh seafood at Stepp’s Harbor View Marina, there’s something for everyone on this list. Here are some of the...
The Free Lance-Star: Fredericksburg region celebrates Juneteenth, a ‘historical date of importance’
Thrillist: The Best DC-Area Beaches You Can Drive to This Summer
By Julekha Dash. Photo: Liz Albro Photography Excerpt: When our city’s infamous humidity covers DC in a thick cloud of heat, there’s no better way to cope than with a trip to the beach. Luckily, DC is within easy reach of sandy dunes—from remote, quiet spots to...
Tyson’s Reporter & Fairfax Now: Best beach trips from Northern Virginia
Excerpt: I put together some good day trips and some longer drive destinations if you’re looking to explore a new beach: Day Trips Colonial Beach, Virginia: 90 minutes away from Tysons, easy parking, on the Potomac River so very few waves, shallow water, fishing pier....
U.S. News & World Report: Best Beaches in Virginia
As one of the original 13 Colonies and the birthplace of eight U.S. presidents, Virginia is a state steeped in history. But with breathtaking coastline spanning thousands of miles, unique coastal destinations and rolling landscapes, one thing is undeniable: Virginia...
Washingtonian: The Ultimate Road Map to Virginia’s Best Beaches
Photo by Debbie Biemeck via Colonial Beach Chamber of Commerce A who’s who guide to the state’s best sand-and-sun destinations. Via Washingtonian. Excerpt: Looking for a relaxing beach vacation for your friends and family? Your first instinct might be to hop online...
Chesapeake Bay Magazine: Best of the Bay
"When you’re eating local, you’re sharing someone’s story—not just the people who grew it, caught it or cooked it, but also the people who came before them, who planted it, experimented with it, and perfected it. Our Best of the Bay food picks are all about that...
Arlington Patch: VA Memorial Day Beach Guide: Catch Some Rays As Summer Kicks Off
As Memorial Day weekend 2022 kicks off beach season, Virginia's various beaches and out-of-state favorites await travelers, via Patch, Arlington, VA. Excerpt: Virginians looking to hit the beach for the Memorial Day holiday weekend and this summer have plenty of...
Virginia Travel Tips: 12 Gorgeous Beaches in Virginia That You Need to Visit
Virginia doesn’t have a huge amount of coastline (only 112 miles), but what we do have in the state is jam-packed with gorgeous beaches and a plethora of things to do. These are the best beaches in Virginia. Excerpt: Colonial Beach on the Northern Neck Peninsula in...
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