The North Carolina Coast Travel Guide
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Fodor's The Carolinas & Georgia
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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
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
- Save in New Bern: Book 3 Nts in May Fr $117+/Nt Expedia
- Save in New Bern: Book 3 Nts in May Fr $160+/Nt Expedia
- $21.95 & up : Full Size rentals in New Bern Hotwire
- New Bern Savings! Book at Hampton Inn New Bern Fr $129+/Nt — $129 Expedia
- $19.95 & up : Midsize rentals in New Bern — $20 Hotwire
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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· Forums Trip Reports
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During the planning of our six week road trip I spent many happy hours back in the UK plundering ideas from this forum. Read more
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My family visits the Outer Banks of North Carolina on a fairly regular basis in the summer and fall. Read more
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After 6 years of living in NC, we are now hoping ot plan a 3 or 4 day excursion to the Outer Banks. Read more
