The North Carolina Coast Travel Guide
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Three hundred miles of breathtaking barrier islands make North Carolina's coastline a beach lover's dream. White sands and pristine waters, lighthouses, and all sorts of wonderful vacation homes mark the shore. Athletes, history buffs, anglers, shoppers, and children find plenty do here, but snoozing along the quiet shoreline is just as appealing.
The North Carolina Coast Hotels
Hundreds of rental properties are available. Small beach cottages can be had, but increasingly so-called sand castles—large multistory homes—suit...read more
Fodor's Choice
The North Carolina Coast Restaurants
Raw bars serve oysters and clams on the half shell; some seafood houses sell each day's local catch, be it tuna, wahoo, mahi, mackerel, shrimp, or blue...read more
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Things To Do in The North Carolina Coast
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The North Carolina Coast
- $182* -- Fly to Atlanta from D.C. (R/T incl. Tax) CheapOair.com
- $79-$99 -- Orlando: Hotel in Disney incl. Parking, 50% Off BookIt.com
- $72 & up -- FL: Suite near Disney w/Breakfast (Reg. $134) BookIt.com
- $579 -- 3-Nt. Trump Resort Miami Getaway from NYC, 45% Off BookIt.com
The North Carolina Coast Experiences
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Water, water everywhere: Surfers delight in Cape Hatteras's formidable waves. Kayakers and boaters prefer the Crystal Coast's sleepy estuaries... Read more
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"Endless beaches" is hardly an overstatement when it comes to North Carolina's coast. From the north end's Outer Banks to the Central Coast's... Read more
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A flashing beacon in the distance marks one of North Carolina's "mighty seven" lighthouses that still guide mariners along the state's treacherous... Read more
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North Carolina's coast is a string of stunning barrier islands with long, two-lane roads and hidden gems that beg exploration. The most relaxing... Read more
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North Carolina's coast was a magnet for marauding sea dogs during the Golden Age of Piracy, a period in the first quarter of the 18th century... Read more
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There seems to be an unspoken competition among miniature golf courses to come up with the most outrageous themes and outlandish decor. Trams... Read more
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Practical Travel Tips
For some truly fabulous bloom-watching, visit the Biltmore in Asheville, North Carolina for their Festival ... Read more
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Hotels, Best of the Best
It’s one thing for a hotel to tout "green" initiatives that smack of sustainability; it’s... Read more
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Trip Ideas & Itineraries
While most Americans spend Thanksgiving at home with family, others hit the road for a true holiday.... Read more
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