Enjoy A Leisurely Break In Hampton, Va

Tuesday, March 1, 2005

Enjoy A Leisurely Break in Hampton, Va (NAPSA)—The next time you need a quick getaway to soothe e Nearby, The Cousteau Society has opened a gallery showcasing artifacts and photography from Jacques Cousteau’s undersea your soul and satisfy your fun side, consider a destination that offers history, beaches, and close expeditions. The Casemate Museum at proximity to more than 100 excit- ing attractions. Here’s a look at a few of the treasures awaiting visitors to Hampton, Virginia. One popular attraction is the Adventures In Flight gallery at Fort Monroe, with the cell in which confederate president Jef- ferson Davis was imprisoned following the Civil War, is within the historic fortresses’ moat-encircled walls. Visit the lovely Hampton the Virginia Air & Space Center. The gallery features a full-size DC-9 aircraft and hands-on exhibits simulating the flight experience in a variety of aircraft. University campus, dating to 1868. Begin at the Hampton Uni- versity Museum, with a collection of 9,000 multicultural artifacts and worksof art. From there, take a walking tour of campus and see Emancipation Oak, Memorial Interactive exhibits, such as “A Dayin the Life of a Suitcase” and “Air Traffic Control Slang,” reveal the sometimes-mysterious aspects Chapel and Mansion House, among other National Historic Landmarks. of air travel. The 3-D IMAX Theater presents the most exciting, adventurous IMAX experience possible. The Power Plant of Hampton entertainment district is anchored by Bass Pro Shops Out- door World. It’s home to several new theme restaurants centered on a promenade overlooking Bass Pro Shops Lake. The restaurants include Parrot Beach Caf, Sad- dle Ridge Rock-n-Country Saloon with Rascal’s Comedy Club, McFadden’s, Johnny Carino’s Country Italian, Lone Star and Joe’s Crab Shack. Bass Pro Shops interactive dis- An excellent way to experience ing, you can find a fun time in Hampton, Virginia. much of the excitement Hampton offers is to purchase the Hampton Day Pass Attractions Ticket. The combination ticket includes admission to the Virginia Air & Space eral times a week. A great way to gear up for camping is to partici- the Miss Hampton II, a spin Whether you prefer history or space exploration, hiking or din- pate in a workshop, such as “Backpacking” or “Cooking on the Trail.” Scout badge programs and the weekend “Classic” events, where expert outdoorsmen impart their knowledge and the latest sporting technology is unveiled, plays such as skeet and laser arcades, fly-casting and a rockclimbing wall make a visit to the national retailer an adventure. are also fun thingsto do. Downtown, the Hampton History Museum presents 400 years of history and special the 10,000-gallon fish tank sev- ing galleries. Divers demonstrate fish feeding in changing exhibits in ten fascinat- Center, Riverside 3-D IMAX Theater, Hampton History Museum, aboard the Hampton Carousel and the Bass Pro Shops rock-climbing wall at one low price for adult and youths ages 4 to 11. The attractions ticket may be purchased at the Hampton Visitor Center, whereall visitors also get a Hamp- ton Day Pass Value Card, with special values and discounts at Hampton shops, restaurants and service-providers. To learn more, call 1-800-8002202 or visit www.hamptoncvb.com.

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