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Sterling, Virginia – Another Loudon County Star on the Rise

September 17th, 2011

Sterling, Virginia is another testimony to the leaps-and-bounds growth of the energetic Loudon County, VA.

Today it’s a bustling center of commerce sitting right on top of the very-busy Route 7, the very same route that has been active during the Civil War era as well. You can see two Civil War Site signs marking the route’s historic significance a few miles before you reach Sterling’s bee-hive of a commercial navel.

Did you know that the whole town itself was started back in 1961 with the far-sighted developer Marvin T. Broyhill Sr.? He bought the 1,762 acres of land which became the “Sterling Park” for only a little over $2 million.

The single-family houses completed back in 1967 went for an average of $18,000 each. Today you’re lucky if you can find a townhouse in Sterling for under $400,000.

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A Virginia Beach Vacation

September 15th, 2011

If you have even a passing interest in the topic of Virginia Beach vacationing, then you should take a look at the following information. This enlightening article presents some aspects on Virginia Beach vacationing. For folks living in the Northeastern part of the United States, a vacation in Virginia Beach may fit every need.

Many residents of Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland and Pennsylvania find that getting there is a fairly easy drive, ranging from 4 to 7 hours. New Englanders also visit Virginia Beach, apparently feeling that a 12 hour drive is worth it. (Should flying be preferred, the Norfolk airport shuttle serves the tourist area in a convenient and efficient manner.)

The reason that Virginia Beach is so popular is because it offers something for everyone, and any type of vacation:

With the slogan, “Virginia is for Lovers”, it is a favorite place for couples looking for a getaway. Should they wish a quiet and relaxing escape, numerous hotels offer private oceanfront balconies, in-room jacuzzis, room service and intimate dining. Single pals traveling together will find that dance clubs, bars and karaoke nights offer fun opportunities to meet new friends. For those who enjoy the challenge of water sports, activities such as parasailing, jet-skiing, windsurfing and boogie boarding easily fill up the day; all are available for rent (as are beach chairs and umbrellas). Sunbathers will find this beach to be the cleanest on the eastern seaboard; in fact, one of the newer trends is to go onto the sand after the machines have swept the beach at sunrise and write large messages in the sand for friends and families whose rooms overlook the beach! Those with younger families can easily find hotels and motels that have separate wading or baby pools, within walking distance of fast food and pizza shops. For this younger crowd, evenings can be filled with visits to an amusement park, miniature golf courses, arcades and, in the summer, entertainment by jugglers and magicians. Older children and teens enjoy outdoor music, the fishing pier, and private offerings such as the Va. Beach Ghostwalk and Pirate Adventure cruise, while older adults may prefer a dinner cruise. Men may especially enjoy deep sea fishing charters and professional quality golf courses, and shoppers of all ages will be in heaven visiting the countless shops which offer everything from inexpensive trinkets to fine jewelry.

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