Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Virginia!

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Chincoteague Pony Swim

This annual July tradition was first made famous in the kid's book, Misty of Chincoteague. Every summer, Saltwater Cowboys round up the wild ponies from nearby Assateague Island and have them swim to…

This annual July tradition was first made famous in the kid's book, Misty of Chincoteague. Every…

The 9 Best Ice Cream Parlors in Virginia!

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Island Creamery, Chincoteague Island, VA

Scooping up ice cream since 1975, Island Creamery on Chincoteague Island is one of TripAdvisor’s top 10 ice cream shops of 2015 from across the United States. It’s no surprise, really,…

Scooping up ice cream since 1975, Island Creamery on Chincoteague Island is one of…

9 Fun Things to Do on New Year’s Eve in Virginia

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New Year’s Eve Pony Island Horseshoe Drop and Costume Promenade, Chincoteague Island, VA

Celebrate New Year’s at the Robert Reed Downtown Park on Chincoteague Island with the year-end Horseshoe Drop. According to their website, it’s a “celebration that culminates in a…

Celebrate New Year’s at the Robert Reed Downtown Park on Chincoteague Island with the…

The 9 Best Taco Places in Virginia!

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Pico Taqueria, Chincoteague Island, VA

Pico Taqueria is the go-to taco location on Chincoteague Island. The restaurant is family run and outdoors. Their unique menu is regularly changes as they try new combinations. We suggest starting…

Pico Taqueria is the go-to taco location on Chincoteague Island. The restaurant is family run and…

The 10 Best Senior Discount Offers in Virginia!

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Marina Bay Hotel, Chincoteague, VA

AARP members, rejoice! The perks keep coming with a significant discount on hotel rooms at the Marina Bay Hotel and Suites. Book a discounted hotel room with 15 percent off by calling 757-336-3500.…

AARP members, rejoice! The perks keep coming with a significant discount on hotel rooms at the…

11 Perfect Virginia Getaways!

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The Waterside Inn at Chincoteague Island, Chincoteague Island, VA

The Waterside Inn at Chincoteague Island is a casual, straightforward option without much extravagance. The true value of The Waterside Inn comes with the private fishing and crabbing pier, marina,…

The Waterside Inn at Chincoteague Island is a casual, straightforward option without much…

The 7 Best Bookstores in Virginia!

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Sundial Books, Chincoteague Island, VA

Sundial Books on Chincoteague Island has been in the independent bookselling business for over 10 years. Sundial Books has wonderful light and a huge selection, taking up two floors, of books, local…

Sundial Books on Chincoteague Island has been in the independent bookselling business for over 10…

The 11 Best Seafood Restaurants in Virginia!

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The Island House Restaurant, Wachapreague, VA

The Island House Restaurant in the town of Wachapreague, Virginia along the Eastern Shore is a seaside sensation. The 200-seat restaurant overlooks the Wachapreague harbor, offering scenic views…

The Island House Restaurant in the town of Wachapreague, Virginia along the Eastern Shore is a…

The 9 Best Antique Stores in Virginia!

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Blue Crow Antique Mall, Keller, VA

The Blue Crow Antique Mall houses 200 antique stores dealing in furniture, hand carved decoys, fishing lures, glass and dolls. Bring your pet and drop it off at the 1.5-acre pet walk while you…

The Blue Crow Antique Mall houses 200 antique stores dealing in furniture, hand carved decoys,…

The 9 Best Mom & Pop Restaurants in Virginia!

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Exmore Diner, Exmore, VA

Exmore Diner in Exmore, Virginia, was purchased in the 1990s by Evelyn Pruitt, who worked at the diner as a waitress. Today, it is run by her son Sean and his wife, Crystal, operating with family…

Exmore Diner in Exmore, Virginia, was purchased in the 1990s by Evelyn Pruitt, who worked at the…

Island Creamery, Chincoteague Island, VA

Featured in The 9 Best Ice Cream Parlors in Virginia!

Scooping up ice cream since 1975, Island Creamery on Chincoteague Island is one of TripAdvisor’s top 10 ice cream shops of 2015 from across the United States. It’s no surprise, really,… Read More

New Year’s Eve Pony Island Horseshoe Drop and Costume Promenade, Chincoteague Island, VA

Featured in 9 Fun Things to Do on New Year’s Eve in Virginia

Celebrate New Year’s at the Robert Reed Downtown Park on Chincoteague Island with the year-end Horseshoe Drop. According to their website, it’s a “celebration that culminates in a… Read More

The Island House Restaurant, Wachapreague, VA

Featured in The 11 Best Seafood Restaurants in Virginia!

The Island House Restaurant in the town of Wachapreague, Virginia along the Eastern Shore is a seaside sensation. The 200-seat restaurant overlooks the Wachapreague harbor, offering scenic views… Read More

Pico Taqueria, Chincoteague Island, VA

Featured in The 9 Best Taco Places in Virginia!

Pico Taqueria is the go-to taco location on Chincoteague Island. The restaurant is family run and outdoors. Their unique menu is regularly changes as they try new combinations. We suggest starting… Read More

Exmore Diner in Exmore, Virginia, was purchased in the 1990s by Evelyn Pruitt, who worked at the diner as a waitress. Today, it is run by her son Sean and his wife, Crystal, operating with family… Read More

Blue Crow Antique Mall, Keller, VA

Featured in The 9 Best Antique Stores in Virginia!

The Blue Crow Antique Mall houses 200 antique stores dealing in furniture, hand carved decoys, fishing lures, glass and dolls. Bring your pet and drop it off at the 1.5-acre pet walk while you… Read More

Sundial Books, Chincoteague Island, VA

Featured in The 7 Best Bookstores in Virginia!

Daisey's Island Cruises

3335 Main Street, Chincoteague Island, VA

The Daisey's were among the original settlers of Chincoteague and their love for Chincoteague Island and its way of life has been passed down throu... Read More

Spider's Explorer

3860 Main Street, Chincoteague Island, VA

About Us:Since the early 1980's Captain Spider has been exploring the waterways of Chincoteague and Assateague Islands. We are blessed to be able t... Read More

Chincoteague Ponies

4099 Bradley Lane, Chincoteague Island, VA

History:Wild ponies have inhabited Assateague Island for hundreds of years. Some have suggested that the wild ponies of Assateague trace their orig... Read More

Chincoteague Island

4099 Bradley Lane, Chincoteague Island, VA

Chincoteague Island is a serene, yet fun filled, tourist destination. Chincoteague Island is Virginia's only resort Island. Located on Virginia&rsq... Read More

The Chincoteague Island Blueberry Festival

6155 Community Drive, Chincoteague Island, VA

The 34th Annual Chincoteague Blueberry Festival! Read More

Museum of Chincoteague Island

7125 Maddox Boulevard, Chincoteague Island, VA

The mission of the Museum of Chincoteague is to collect and preserve the material culture that reflects the historical progression of the life on C... Read More

Barrier Islands Center

7295 Young Street, Machipongo, VA

The mission of the Barrier Islands Center is to preserve and perpetuate the culture and history of the Virginia barrier islands through education, ... Read More

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