Fall brings refreshing coastal breezes and a lingering warmth — and a quieter, beautiful season at the beach. From Thursday dinner to Sunday lunch, here are some of our top ways to spend a long weekend in Wilmington and its Island Beaches.
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3 Serene Coastal Trails to Wander
Paddle along the Intracoastal Waterway, traverse across sand dunes, and pass by a World War II artillery bunker while exploring these coastal trails.
Excursions by Land & Sea in Wilmington
From sunset sails to self-guided walking tours, take a deeper dive into this coastal destination and its nearby island beaches on a variety of excursions that explore the local food and beverage scene, arts, history, natural beauty, and more.
Let There Be Peace
During the Civil War, Christmas became a season of longing for soldiers and their loved ones waiting at home.
16 Breathtaking Views on the Carolina Coast
At the top of a lofty lighthouse, on sugar-sand beaches, beneath ancient live oaks twisting their knobby arms toward the sun, and from coastal cottages perched in the dunes, the North Carolina coast offers endless beauty on the edge of the earth.
