Coincidentally during ‪Browncoat‬ Ball 2015, the Military Aviation Museum is having its Air & Auto Classic Show. Piston-powered engines on the road and on the runway, in a day of motoring at its finest! A unique opportunity to review a large display of fine foreign and domestic motorcars, including rally, racing, rods and restorations. This also includes full access to the Museum. Or while there participate in the Tidewater Soaring Soc...

Coincidentally during ‪Browncoat‬ Ball 2015, the Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show is on-going. Unlike Mal's Scouting trip (which is Saturday afternoon only), the Gem show lasts all weekend long.  Attendees might wish to attend only during the scheduled track time, or might wish to visit Friday afternoon or Sunday after the Ball as well. Join vendors from across the US to see their: 14K and sterling silver, classic, cont...

Tour the historic Old Cape Henry Lighthouse as you reach for the sky! This is the only place in the world (we believe) where you can capture two lighthouses in one picture. You can see and photograph each lighthouse from the base and you may choose to climb the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse to be rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of the sky, beach, and ocean. There are two lighthouses at Cape Henry, but the interior of the new one will...

Wonder what's in the ocean? Need a little more nature than some grass and sand? Consider visiting the Virginia Beach Aquarium . Explore over 800,000 gallons of one of the best aquariums and animal habitats, experience hands-on exhibits, relax in the outdoor aviary, nature trail, or marshlands. Honestly there is more to see there than one post can contain. Feel free to explore this option at the link here , as well as on Facebook (below). &...

Refresh your spirit at the famous A.R.E. Retreat Center . Walk the 40' diameter labyrinth. Visit the meditation room, with its ocean view, stained glass windows, and peaceful atmosphere. Visit the meditation garden, with its beautiful landscaping, Japanese bridge, and waterfall. The Library upstairs has an amazing collection of books, especially spiritual and religious books. There is always a good selection of used books for sale as well. First ...

Kaylee just wants to window shop the pretty dresses, lounge at the beach, pool or hot tub (maybe meet a fellow mechanic). This track is about spending your time at the beach, lazing at the beach or wandering the shops. Maybe grab a funnel cake, ice cream, or hit an outdoor cafe - don't spoil your dinner though. October will probably be warm enough to still sunbathe out on the sand. If not, indoor lazy rivers, hot tubs, and heated pools await. ...

Premium Track* - Train with Jayne to prepare for some thrilling heroics like The Train Job . iFLY * is an indoor skydiving experience that creates true free fall conditions, just like skydiving, without having to jump out of an airplane. iFLY’s vertical wind tunnel generates 1400 horse power from 4 powerful fans, creating a wall-to-wall cushion of air on which you can safely float. There’s no parachute, no jumping, and nothing attaching you...

‎Premium Track* - Browncoat‬ Ball 2015 is at the beach, so perhaps you'd like to take a little more advantage of that. Join some crew for an hour long horseback ride through the surf! Starting at 31st St. ride along the surf to the pier (14th St) and back. There is nothing better than getting a tan on horseback! You are even welcome to take the horses in the water some to stay cooled off. If you want a memento of the Ball and the ride, the...

Premium Track* - Inara's Spa is an upgrade to Book's Retreat . Both are in the same location, so Inara's Spa has all the activities of Book's Retreat - however this track offers a special hour long massage prior to the Ball as well. The A.R.E. Spa and Massage School is regarded as one of the, if not the, top massage school in all the country. Its focus is on health - not just relaxation - though relaxation is definitely included!  Next to ...