Get a glimpse – Video Gallery

More than words or even pictures, these short films give you a real taste of Living the Life. Choose from this collection of classic Virginia Beach experiences to get a feel for the many ways a vacation here aims to please. Sit back and enjoy the vibe!

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Close Encounters

Amazing creatures may pop up when you’re out for a paddle.
 
Ocean kayaking puts you front and center for a dolphin and pelican show.

A Sweet Ride

Take a trek through First Landing State Park.
 
By foot, bike or Segway, there’s a natural path to fun through Virginia’s most-visited state park.

Gentle Giants

Winter is when the whales visit.
 
A Virginia Aquarium whale watching excursion just might take your breath away.

Saving Lives

Sea life need lifeguards too.
 
When our aquatic friends are in need, Virginia Aquarium’s Stranding Team comes to the rescue.

Paddling Out

Board meeting this afternoon
 
The best way to conquer the ocean – and earn serious beach cred – is by surfboard.

The Spike

You bring the ball, I’ll bring the net.
 
Beach volleyball is quintessential shoreline fun, even when it brings you to your knees.

Crab Cracking

Technique is everything
 
How to crack and pick your way to a feast. Backfin to claw, you'll never leave tasty crabmeat uneaten again.

Breakfast

Surf up an appetite
 
After sunrise surfing, a little sunny side up at a favorite local restaurant. The perfect way to start the day.

Appetizer Golf

Game on
 
A surrey as your cart, an appetizer menu as your scorecard. It's a table-to-table tour of flavor.

Local Flavor

Come into our kitchen
 
Local culinary giants share their secrets, along with recipes and how-to's for favorite restaurant dishes.

The Feast

Fun by the bushel
 
Spread out the newspaper and dig in! It's an up-to-your-elbows crab feast with family and friends.

Cool Evenings

An oceanfront night out
 
Join an army of fun-seeking explorers for a fireside evening of fun and culinary adventure.

Finding Yourself

The beach life
 
Imagine yourself an explorer, a tiger, a fish. It's possible to live a different life in Virginia Beach.

The Rush

Take a spin
 
Buckle up for 360° of amusement. It's a whole new perspective on the beach.

Growing Wings

Fly high over the ocean
 
Parasailing puts you 1,000 feet in the air for an unparalleled view. And you don't even have to get wet!

The Cruise

Pedal to the bike path
 
It's an excellent way to travel. Ocean on one side, shops and restaurants on the other – the boardwalk is yours to rule.

Spin Cycle

A Daddy-powered joy ride
 
Quick, before they're too old. Take advantage of the ultimate spinning space. Comes complete with soft sand to cushion the inevitable dizzy spell.

Imagination

Giant-sized fun
 
Big ocean, little bitty kids, great big good times. Sand, sun and surf like you've never seem them.

Life Lessons

Kids hang ten
 
Bragging rights are easy to come by with surfing lessons, along with a pretty awesome sense of accomplishment. What kid doesn't need some of that?

BFF's

The sandman has his day
 
Snow may be rare, but there's 100% chance of cool weather fun. Sand is at its peak year round.

The Picking

Strawberry fields forever
 
What's green and red and juicy all over? Family fun at the strawberry patch – rows and rows of take-home flavor, ripe for the picking.

The Release

Surf casting for dinner
 
A line, a pole, a worm and a nibble. Will you know when it's just a wave? Learn the difference, and reel in your prize.

The Big One

A day on the ocean
 
Your seagoing adventure is worth every minute of guilty pleasure, especially if you're taking a kid fishing.

Walking The Planks

No pier pressure here
 
No one's keeping score. Just kicking back over the waves to feed the fish, and reel some in too.

Fishing Guide

Common sense for the angler
 
Every tackle box should be so enlightening – some best practices for responsible fishing. Share it with your brother-in-law.

Sea Legs

Captain's choice
 
A pro gives you a rundown of what's in the water, just waiting to be caught.