As your preferred Virginia Beach moving company, let us be the first to welcome you to Virginia Beach. I’m sure you’re ready to get you and your pets settled into your new town as quickly as possible, so we’ve put together a quick list of things to know about having pets in Virginia Beach.

Know Where They Can Go: Virginia Beach is extremely pet friendly. Before Memorial Day and after Labor Day dogs are invited to be on the public beaches and boardwalks any time. During the summer months, know the restricted hours by visiting this website: http://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/visitors/articles/petlovers/default.aspx

Visit The Parks: There are two main parks that are considered ‘off-leash’ parks in the Virginia Beach area – Red Wing Dog Park and Woodstock Dog Park; each boast their own fun features and amenities. Both require a $5 annual fee to maintain the park’s facilities: http://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/visitors/articles/petlovers/default.aspx

Write Down These Phone Numbers: Now that you’re in a new city, you’ll need to revise your emergency contact list. On that list should be the following local numbers for the vet hospital and emergency centers: http://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/visitors/articles/petlovers/default.aspx

Research Day Kennels: Just in case you need to board your furry-friend for the day, here’s a list of day kennels that can help keep your pet out of harms way while you’re unpacking your things: http://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/visitors/articles/petlovers/default.aspx

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As your preferred Virginia Beach moving company, we don’t want to just leave you hanging now that your boxes have been unloaded and you are settled into your new home – we want to ensure you’re getting settled into your new community. The best place to start, when looking for community information is online – so here are our top places you should ‘book mark’ for future reference.

VisitVirginiaBeach.com: Even though you’re a local now, there’s no reason you shouldn’t take advantage of the tourist sites and events. This site allows you to search by location and date, plus offers up featured events on its homepage.

BeachStreetUSA: Want to hit the beach? Check out this site for the latest events and featured festivities happening on the Virginia Beach and boardwalk. Also, download Virginia Beach’s weekly entertainment guide on the site’s homepage for area events happening throughout the city.

VBound.com: Though this site dedicated to tourists, you can access a variety of event calendars including: Visitor Bureau Events, Oceanfront Events and Festival Events. Also, view helpful links like ’25 Things to Do in Virginia Beach’ in case you need extra ideas for the weekend.

With these sites on your radar, you’ll never run out of things to do in Virginia Beach!

As spring showers bring May (and April) flowers, you’ll be probably be ready to get out of the house and check out all that Virginia Beach has to offer. As a Virginia Beach moving company, we’re happy to help you with the top things you should get out and see this April.

Cruisin’ Virginia Beach Car Show: Hit the oceanfront and check out a variety of cars from hot rods to classics, this show has a little something for everyone. Check out this website for more information: http://www.beachstreetusa.com/events/CruisinVirginiaBeachCarShow

East Coast Crab Soup Classic: On April 28, check out this free competition and be among the many judges who sample crab soup from a variety of local restaurants in order to crown this year’s award winning soup. Purchase tickets in advance to save your place: http://www.beachstreetusa.com/events/EastCoastSheCrabSoupClassic

American Indian Pow Wow: On April 28, at the Town Center, experience a traditional Native American event. Enjoy music, dance, food and authentic Indian-inspired crafts. Admission and parking to this event is free. Looking for other things going on in Virginia Beach, here’s a run-down of more things you could do this April: http://www.visitvirginiabeach.com