Cool Breezes Blow on Mid-Atlantic Luxury Vacation Rentals
October 10, 2007. If the summer beach crowds kept you away from coastal Mid-Atlantic destinations, now is the time to re-evaluate these fine locales. With the peak season visitors gone, an easy tranquility sets in over the small towns on the bays and capes. Life returns to a mellow pace, guided by the rhythmic crashing of the waves.
Virginia Beach – Strap on some roller blades or get on a bicycle to enjoy the boardwalk at Virginia Beach. Rent a kayak and paddle down one of the scenic waterways, enjoying the fall colors and the snowy egrets. Or bring the clubs for a round at Hell's Point Golf Club.
Chesapeake Bay – Maryland's quaint fishing villages on the Chesapeake Bay offer peaceful escapes. Rekindle the romance with a sunset sailboat ride. Have seafood with every meal. History buffs will find an adventure on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, a water-based route that includes sites of significance in this early explorer's travels.
Outer Banks – North Carolina's Outer Banks are home to shipwrecks, wild horses and scenic beaches. Maybe you'll spot a mustang on a morning walk along the shore. At the very least, you're certain to spot a lighthouse or two.
