Plan ahead. I was moving out of state. I was stranded 2.5 hours due to the wind. My U-Haul was not considered safe. Although I agree with this precaution, the National weather only clocked 20 miles per hour a good majority of the time. The highest was 23. Ironically (or not), I posed a question on their Facebook page asking how this could be. Fifteen minutes later we were released🤔 Not sure how it's monitored but I watched the flags blow. They died down within 30 minutes of being pulled over. My 12 hour trip turned into 15. I will say that the girl who delivered the news was very nice. The policeman also tried to console other drivers. It wasn't a...
Read moreThis location is truly enchanting and awe-inspiring. It's no surprise that it has served as the backdrop for numerous storylines in books by various authors. The chilly wind adds to the experience as you gaze at the bay and witness the mesmerizing waves crashing against the shore. If you find yourself in the Virginia Beach area, visiting the Chesapeake is an absolute must. The thrilling and scenic drive across the bridge leading to the bay is an experience in itself. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this...
Read moreIt can get quite expensive, but, it is really an experience you need to get at least once! They are very strict with it--if you are camping or have extra propane gas with you, you will need to turn them off. Plus, sometimes it's closed for short times if the winds are too strong for trucks and campers. We had to wait for about 15 mins for a storm to pass over when we were taking our camper. We traveled on a stormy time and on a sunny time too....
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