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The James River Plantations (Charles City County) Nestled between Williamsburg and Richmond is a hot bed of Virginia plantation homes along the James River. These certainly aren't the only in Virginia, for Virginia is loaded with these illustrious mansions of the bygone Era statewide. However, these are the most historically known and best preserved. Its pretty hard to do all these in one day. I recommend you make accommodations in Richmond or Williamsburg first, and then explore . All along Rt 5, you'll find these treasures. Most are all open to the public- with the exception of Carter's Grove, which is undergoing extensive restoration and at the mercy of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. The most famous along this route include Shirley, Westover, Berkley (site of the First Thanksgiving), and Sherwood Forest. A guided tour is included for each mansion- Westover is open only on the grounds, but a picnic by the lovely old house is a must! Charles City County is al...

Virginia is a wonderful destination for any family during the summer months. From June through October, you can expect nice hot and sticky weather to put you in the mood for the beach, pool, or the mountains. Virginia has so much to do and see, I'm making this a two-part post. Virginia is so steeped in history and cultural events as well, making it much more enjoyable for those with intellectual pursuits. Here's a List of Places To Go and See This Summer in Virginia VIRGINIA BEACH Fun in the Sun !The obvious first choice, of course, but in no order. Virginia Beach has everything. Its a mix of Southern hospitality and Las Vegas excitement. You can do it all- stroll the boardwalk, swim in the ocean with the hungry man eating sharks, or fish on the pier. The restaurants have excellent local seafood- I highly recommend the soft shelled crab sandwich- fried and battered to perfection. The best places to eat are Rudee's (On The Lynnhaven Inlet), The Jewish Mother, and ...