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Word has come out that extra vacationers are taking a peek on the Chesapeake and deciding to remain some time…
Being one in all America’s most numerous states, there’s greater than lush mountain landscapes and classy DC suburbs — it is a bona fide seaside vacation spot with ever-so-popular Virginia Beach and rising stars like Norfolk drawing the most important crowds.
The fact is we coated this charming hideaway final April when it was a ‘secret‘.
Not to toot our personal horn, however lower than a 12 months later, not too long ago launched data reveals many vacationers are touring from so far as 250 miles away simply to get right here.
That says loads since our society tends to order Uber Eats as a substitute of going to a restaurant down the road, so there should be one thing fairly particular about this place…
Cape Charles: Virginia’s Next Vacation Hotspot
Nearly 350,000 vacationers opted for a distinct sort of Virginia trip final 12 months — one that did not contain hordes of crowds at Virginia Beach throughout sunny summer time seaside days.
For a small city, welcoming six figures threefold is nothing to dismiss. Especially since Cape Charles is estimated to be house to about 1,200 folks.
That stated, it reveals how welcoming this coastal charmer actually is, realizing that at any given time, it is virtually assured there are extra vacationers than locals.
So, why is it that individuals are prioritizing Cape Charles as their seaside vacay of alternative?
Since there’s clearly no airport for this map-dot city, it is being reported that the majority vacationers are road-tripping from close by states, resembling Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, in addition to inland Virginia, from cities like Richmond.
The backside line is evident: Cape Charles is delivering on folks’s longing for a tranquil escape away from any traces of town grind, or overpacked seashores ruining what you envisioned when reserving the journey.
Yeah, we have all had these moments…
In reality, Cape Charles, straddling the scenic Chesapeake Bay, is likely one of the most underrated seaside locations round, particularly given the close by and extra distinguished Atlantic Ocean hotspots — family names which have develop into copy-and-paste getaways and straightforward click-and-forget journeys that really feel like a secure guess.
This city could also be tiny, but it surely’s stuffed with surprises that do not disappoint…
A Blissful White-Sand Haven
The Chesapeake could also be extra carefully tied to Maryland, however Virginia’s proving ‘lovers’ and crabs aren’t mutually unique.
Take that as you’ll…
Of course, we’re speaking about pinchy crustaceans, however what the Chesapeake is not notably identified for are its shiny sandy shores.
One go to to Cape Charles will change that notion. Of course, the city itself is a turn-your-head-and-miss-it vacation spot, so generally you will need to enterprise outdoors town limits to such stunners as Kiptopeke State Park ($5 admission).
Within Cape Charles, Cape Charles Town Beach is the principle seaside draw, standing out as the one public seaside on Virginia’s Eastern Shore with free entry and ample parking.
As you may suspect, our supply claims ‘the summer time season drove the majority of visitation’ for 2025, and 2026 ought to be no totally different.
Besides being within the coronary heart of city, vacationers and locals alike all love visiting for the calm waters, cleanliness, and open house, even when “crowds” go to through the peak of summer time.
Book Your Stay In A Hallmark Townscape
Who likes enjoyable information?
Here’s one: Per the city’s official tourism site, Cape Charles stands out for having one of many East Coast’s largest clusters of ‘turn-of-the-century buildings’.
In different phrases, regardless of its diminutive dimension, historical past is beaming with satisfaction.
Whether or not it’s picturesque lighthouses, rows of Victorian houses, or an array of old-timey inns, staying within the city heart (known as the History District) can have you getting into your Benjamin Button period.
These 3 timeless inns have the Travel Off Path stamp of approval:
Better but, it is an incredible spot to bask in native eats. You know seafood is all however compulsory, however do not skip E&O Pub both, which serves something from Shepherd’s Pie to native oysters.
It had but to open after we final reported Cape Charles as a hidden gem no one knew about.
Well, we will not say that anymore, however what we are able to say is it is an undeniably foodie vacation spot, even when you’re squeamish of ‘contemporary catch’ critters.
