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Chincoteague Ponies Chincoteague Island Virginia

The Chincoteague Pony Swim

Get ready for the 2024 Chincoteague Pony Swim Generations have grown up enchanted by the story of Misty of Chincoteague and her descendants that called Chincoteague Island home. A beautiful... read more →

July 14, 2022
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ESVA History, ESVA Places to Go, Things to Do

Celebrate Fourth of July weekend on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

Celebrate Fourth of July weekend on Virginia's Eastern Shore! From carnivals to parades to fireworks, there are so many ways you can celebrate the Fourth of July on Virginia's Eastern... read more →

Le Tour de Shore riding by a farm tractor Virginia's Eastern Shore

Grab your bike and join the Le Tour de Shore Bike Ride!

What’s better than a beautiful day riding your bike along Virginia’s natural coast? The Le Tour de Shore bike ride has been giving riders a beautiful opportunity to explore Virginia’s... read more →

The Road to Fish Leather – The Moonrise Jewelry Story

Meredith Lusk knows that when life hands you lemons, it's time to start making lemonade. How do you see challenges that come your way? Are they setbacks or the opportunity... read more →

May 3, 2022
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Road to Eyre Hall Gardens for ESVA Garden Tour

Guide to Historic Garden Week on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

Your guide to exploring during Historic Garden Week on Virginia’s Eastern Shore A warm spring day, wandering picturesque gardens in the Soutern countryside sounds like something straight out of... read more →

On April 17th, 2019, the NG-11 Antares rocket launched from the Wallops Island Flight Facility in Wallops Island, Virginia. Virginia Tourism Corporation, www.Virginia.org

Ready to watch a rocket launch?

We're scheduled for lift off, folks! NASA Wallops has slotted Feb 19, 2022 as the current date for their next Antares launch. Watching a rocket launch is an incredible experience,... read more →

A mare and foal from Riptide's herd graze separately from the others

15 Photos the Showcase the Beauty of VA’s Eastern Shore

It's January and that means it's bucket list time. Travel bucket lists are all the rage in 2022 as we are getting back out and about. Where will you go... read more →

January 26, 2022
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ESVA Proposal by Bayside Studios Photography

10 Romantic Proposal Locations on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

10 Romantic Places to Propose on Virginia's Eastern ShoreWhat better place to plan a romantic proposal than on Virginia's... read more →

October 27, 2021
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ESVA Places to Go, On the Water, Things to Do

Gazebos Around the Eastern Shore

Is there anything more classy and peaceful than a gazebo? From ancient Egypt to the Renaissance Era to modern times, the gazebo has been a mainstay in gardens and beautiful... read more →

October 27, 2021
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ESVA Places to Go, Things to Do

LOVE Signs around the Eastern Shore of Virginia

The LOVE sign is something unique to Virginia and it's so much fun to travel around the Commonwealth to find them! Each place takes their own unique spin on the... read more →

October 18, 2021
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ESVA Places to Go, Things to Do

Celebrate Oysters on the ESVA This Fall

The Oyster Roast is as Eastern Shore as it gets. If you’re looking for a way to truly taste the Shore, this is it! There are several... read more →

Tangier Island Crab Shack by Cameron Evans

A day on Tangier Island

A day on Tangier Island Grab the ferry at the Onancock Wharf and set off for a day exploring Tangier Island, Virginia. This charming, welcoming island is the perfect introduction... read more →

September 22, 2021
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Eat, ESVA Places to Go, On the Water, Things to Do