Hello everyone! Sorry that I have been MIA. Between work, kids and some vacation I haven’t had a chance to post my latest love. Virginia Beach! I took the kids for the Memorial Day Weekend.

After months of work and school we needed a break, so the beach was perfect. We stayed at the luxurious and gorgeous Westin Hotel (http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/index.html) It is in the Town Center, not on the beach but surprisingly affordable. Their beds are wonderful, the kids (and myself) refused to get out of them unless necessary. The hotel was not far from the beach, just a quick drive down the interstate we were there in less than 5 minutes. The weather was perfect and the beach was not over crowded, which made for great sand castle building. My oldest would not get out of the water. There was lots to see and do, walking along the boardwalk of course was great! You can rent bikes and ride them in town or along the boardwalk as well. A lovely statue of King Neptune is placed on the broadwalk, protecting his ocean.

Now for the food! Pop’s Diner (www.popsdinerco.com) has an awesome kids menu and even better side options then just hasbrowns, and coffee, no dinky cups for them big mugs make for a great start. If you want good Virginia BBQ then go to Beach Bully (www.beachbully.com) Again since I often go by the kids menu, I can definitely tell you that they have a good one. Ribs, chicken and mac n cheese! Yummy!

If you want something a little nice with a great view, go to the Lynnhaven Fish House (www.lynnhavenfishhouse.net) Nice enough for mom and dad but casual enough for the kids. Their signature quiche is wonderful, with scallops and crab and the flaky crust, I am drooling as I type. The highlight (for my boys) was the grilled cheese! Did I mention it has a wonderful view of the beach.

Dessert anyone? For the best frozen custard, you have to go to Kohr Bros. (www.kohrbros.com) word cannot describe how luscious the custard is. I only wish I could top it on a cupcake then I would be in heaven!

Virginia Beach is a can’t miss for vacation, the ocean is wonderful and tons for the kids to do. I highly recommend it for the perfect weekend getaway. Check out these website for more details:
www.VBFun.com

www.vbgov.com

www.virginiabeach.com

I hope Virginia Beach will be on your list of favorite spots, it is on mine.