Top 10 Budget Summer Getaways

Whether it's a barbecue in your own backyard or a trip cross country, you'll want to check out our list for inspiration. Limited funds or not―we’ll show you where you can still squeeze a long weekend into a tight budget with  top-rated restaurant and hotel picks at 10 of our favorite Southern destinations.

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4: Norfolk, VA

In vibrant downtown Norfolk, a city that has transformed itself into a lively destination for travelers, boatloads of fun and entertainment center around the Elizabeth River. You can help hoist the sails on a schooner, catch a paddle wheeler to a baseball game, or ship out on an ocean voyage from a stylish new cruise ship terminal.

Where to Stay: Sheraton Oceanfront Hotel
Amenities include indoor/outdoor pool, restaurant, and room service. Rates range $59-$199.
Oceanfront at 46th Street; (757) 425-9000 or 1-800-521-5635


Where to Eat: Charlie’s Seafood Restaurant
This is the place to slurp some she-crab soup or fresh seafood entrées.
 3139 Shore Drive; (757) 481-9863 or www.charliesseafood.com

Things to do in Norfolk, VA


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