Day #1
Your day starts with a SWEET TREAT as we depart for Norfolk, VA. Having a LUNCH stop at Doumar’s, home of the original waffle ice cream cone is included along the way https://doumars.com. Our destination is Virginia Beach where our accommodations are at the OCEANFRONT INN After checking in you will have time to enjoy your oceanfront hotel room and the boardwalk for the remainder of the day.
Accommodations: Oceanfront Inn, 2901 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Phone 757-422-0445. https://oceanfrontinn.com
Meals: Sweet treat, L
Day #2
BREAKFAST this morning at the hotel restaurant before traveling to NAUTICUS, a maritime science museum. Then celebrates the economic, naval, and natural power of the sea with exhibits, films, and the Hampton Roads Naval Museum. You are also welcome to go aboard the BATTLESHIP WISCONSIN connected to the museum. Explore the main deck and go below to learn what life was like on this great fighting lady. After your visit, board the SPIRIT OF NORFOLK for a BUFFET DINNER, MUSIC, and ENTERTAINMENT as you sail along the Elizabeth River. After the cruise, continue to Scope Arena for a performance of the VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO. “Tattoo” refers to a Scottish Military last call, when pipes and drums called troops back to post for an evening ceremony. Long regarded as the most patriotic of the world’s great tattoos, the Virginia International Tattoo is a Scottish tradition with American Soul! The show will feature more than 1,000 military and civilian performers from several nations who will share their unique music, dance, culture, and pride with the audience as they showcase their excellence, their esprit de corps, and their friendship as nations. You will not only be entertained, but you will be inspired when your hand touches your heart during the Star-Spangled Banner, when you proudly stand during your family’s service song, and when you rise in solemn prayer as hundreds of pipers, military musicians, and singers join together to perform Amazing Grace.
Accommodations: Oceanfront Inn, 2901 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Phone 757-422-0445.
Meals: B, D
Day #3
BREAKFAST this morning at the hotel restaurant, then depart for our reserved seats for the 72nd ANNUAL PARADE OF NATIONS. Sponsored by NATO, the parade includes themed floats from each participating country reflecting their culture and heritage. There are also marching bands, antique & classic cars, comic brigades, and much more. This afternoon you will visit the CHRYSLER MUSEUM OF ART, one of America’s great fine arts museums including the collection of automobile heir and art collector, Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. After your visit, return to the hotel for an opportunity to relax and freshen up before departing for CAPTAIN GEORGE’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT for a fabulous SMORGASOARD DINNER https://www.captaingeorges.com/virginia-beach-va.
Accommodations: Oceanfront Inn, 2901 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Phone 757-422-0445.
Meals: B, D
Day #4
BREAKFAST this morning at the hotel restaurant, along with some free time to enjoy your beachfront accommodations and boardwalk, before departing to the MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUM, located in Virginia Beach. The Military Aviation Museum is home to one of the world’s largest collections of flying vintage military aircraft. This facility includes over 50 aircraft from the World War I and World War II era. LUNCH is included at the Aviation Museum before departing for home.
Meals: B, L
Accommodations: Oceanfront Inn, 2901 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Phone 757-422-0445. https://oceanfrontinn.com
When they say they are your hometown family hotel, they mean it. The Oceanfront Inn is not only an independent hotel, but they are truly a family hotel. Andy Vakos and his family have been welcoming guests to The Oceanfront Inn for years. Whatever you need, whenever you need it, they will do their best to make sure you and your family are comfortable. Every room is a room with an ocean view! While you are there, consider it your oceanfront home.
Featured Amenities:
• Centrally Located to Great Restaurants and Shopping
• Oceanfront Rooms with a Private Balcony facing the Atlantic Ocean
• Onsite casual Oceanfront Restaurant with Boardwalk
• Relaxing Indoor Pool
• Refrigerator
• Coffee Maker
• Iron and Full-Size Ironing Board
• Hairdryer
• Flat-Screen TV
• WiFi
• Breakfast is included at the hotel restaurant. There are many restaurants to choose from within walking distance of the hotel.