Chincoteague, Virginia

 Last week we went on a three day getaway to Chincoteague Island, Virginia.  I felt a little rebellious traveling during this "pandemic" but between you and me I don't see it as being as bad as they make it out to be.  It's sad how much this virus is being politicized but we aren't going to talk about that.  This week the kids go back to school and I go back to work so we wanted a chance to get away for a bit and give the kids something different and fun to do.  We all love the beach and we kept it a surprise until the night before.  My daughter said, "Well, that was unexpected."  They were both so happy to get away and have no fear of the water.  This was the first time any of us had visited this beach and it's become our favorite.  

Chincoteague is a cute island with a lot of different beach themed shops along the road.  Of course, we bought a box of saltwater taffy, some t-shirts, coffee mugs and a shot glass for me, and magnets.  It seems everywhere we go we collect coffee mugs and shot glasses and refrigerator magnets.  The beach was filled with people but not as crowded as Virginia Beach or Ocean City.  There's no boardwalk so I guess that's what keeps the traffic down.  The area is also known for wild horses and we did spot a few in the distance.  We also saw a few dolphins and lots of cranes and seagulls.  

We stayed at a Hampton Inn and this was our backyard.  A nice area where we enjoyed eating our continental breakfast.  

We took a little hike to the lighthouse.  

But spent most of the time at the beach.  I wore my sunhat and loaded up with sunscreen but still managed to get a sunburn on my back.  With all of this skin cancer I've been dealing with I try so hard to protect myself but I love the summer and I love the sun and I love the beach soooooooo ... 

We also bought the kids a few boogie boards and I was surprised with how much they loved it, especially my daughter who is usually afraid of stuff like that.  These kids had absolutely no fear of being in the water and jumping and swimming through the currents.  

We're already planning a trip for next summer.  Thank you Chincoteague Island, you were fun and we were sad to leave!!