Virginia Attractions for Teens

It's a well-known and well-accepted fact that teenagers are hard to please. This fact is especially true if you announce that you are planning a family vacation, and you're likely to be met with a nauseatingly whiny chorus of voices deeming said vacation as “lame.” The good news? There are plenty of teen-friendly spots here in Virginia! While they may not turn parental lameness into coolness, they will at least make for an incredibly enjoyable family vacation. By now you're probably frantic with enthusiasm, so I shall keep you in suspense no longer. I humbly present to you now a few suggestions that are certain to defy your teen's expectations of a lame family vacation: The Eastern Shore Hang Gliding Center, Weirwood, Va- Ever dreamed of flying? Then have at it! No experience is necessary, and if you're a bit wary about hang gliding, try the lesser nerve-wracking version—aerotowing! [caption id="attachment_408" align="aligncenter" width="300"] © 2011 Eastern Shore Hang Gliding Center[/caption] SouthEast Expeditions, Cape Charles, Va- With a specialty in Sea Kayak Tours, this is a unique way to explore the eastern shores of Virginia. You can choose anywhere from a two-hour tour to a half-day trip. [caption id="attachment_409" align="aligncenter" width="300"] © 2011 SouthEastExpeditions.net[/caption]  Snowflex Center, Lynchburg, Va- This is the perfect outing for those who love winter sports. As a synthetic ski slope, Snowflex Center offers skiing, snowboarding, and snow-tubing year-round. [caption id="attachment_410" align="aligncenter" width="300"] © 2011 GrindMedia, LLC[/caption] By Tara Stoll