Luxury Travel Guide: Virginia Beach

Accommodation

$250-600 per night

Upscale oceanfront resorts, luxury boutique hotels, premium vacation rental properties, spa resorts

Food & Dining

$80-200 per day

Fine dining restaurants, upscale seafood establishments, hotel restaurants, wine tastings, premium dining experiences

Transportation

$60-200 per day

Private car service, luxury car rentals, premium rideshare options, helicopter tours, private boat charters

Activities

$100-400 per day

Private tours, premium water sports, spa treatments, exclusive experiences, VIP attraction access, golf courses

Visit during shoulder seasons (late fall or early spring) for 25-40% savings on accommodation

Eat at local restaurants away from the boardwalk and oceanfront areas, typically 30-50% cheaper

Use the public bus system instead of taxis and rideshares for 70-80% transportation savings

Book vacation rentals with kitchens to prepare some meals yourself, saving $20-40 per day on food

Take advantage of free beach activities, state parks, and outdoor concerts instead of paid attractions

Look for hotel packages that include parking, breakfast, or attraction tickets for better overall value

Shop at grocery stores and convenience stores away from the tourist strip for 40-60% savings on snacks and drinks

Staying directly on the oceanfront during peak summer season without booking months ahead, paying 100-200% premium rates

Eating every meal on the boardwalk or in resort areas, typically costing 150-300% more than local alternatives

Relying solely on taxis and rideshares instead of walking, biking, or using public transit, increasing transport costs by 300-500%

Not researching free activities and beaches, missing out on Virginia Beach's many no-cost attractions and natural areas