Virginia Beach is a lively, livable coastal base for multi‑week contracts — miles of sandy shore, a long oceanfront boardwalk, strong restaurants and craft breweries, year‑round outdoor activities (surfing, kayaking, bike trails) and plenty of short‑term housing, so it rarely feels like being stuck in a dead‑end posting.
Nearby Norfolk is a short drive for museums, theaters and more dining/airport options, and historic Williamsburg and the rest of Hampton Roads are all within easy reach for varied weekend escapes.