Christmas on Virginia's Eastern Shore

Quaint harbor towns and quiet villages make up the Eastern Shore of Virginia, a narrow stretch of land between the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay. Natural beauty is everywhere here - in miles of deserted beaches, remote Tangier Island, and the wild ponies of Assateague. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="The wild horses of Assateague."][/caption]

There is something marvelous about spending Christmas at a Virginia Eastern Shore Bed and Breakfast.

Village streets invite shopping. Chilly beach walks are the perfect excuse to snuggle by a crackling fire. Fresh oysters adorn holiday tables. It's the perfect place to get away from hectic holidays and embrace the spirit of Christmas with someone you love. Check out the following holiday events during your stay at a Bed and Breakfast Virginia Eastern Shore:

• The Onancock Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 18. Complete with Santa.

• A SWING Nutcracker Ballet performance at Nandua High School in Onley, VA, December 17 - 19, 2010. You've never seen the Nutcracker until you've seen this version.

• Party at the Palace (December 19, 2010) in Cape Charles, VA. The Stage Door Gallery hosts this popular Christmas Open House, where visitors may shop for gifts and watch It's A Wonderful Life on the big screen.