In the hush of the off-season, delight in some of our coast’s quieter highlights.
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Daybreak on the Coast
Dawn on North Carolina’s beaches sharpens the senses: Colors look brighter, crashing waves sound louder, and the potential for the day ahead seems infinite.
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.
Love Where You Live
Across North Carolina, expressions of love in red, pink, and rainbow — the colors of passion and unity — are everywhere.
Hidden Gems of the Lower Cape Fear River Region
It’s no secret that our southern coast is rich with tourist attractions. Like the river, we’re winding through the region and shining the spotlight on a few lesser-known local treasures.
Kure Beach Pier is a Family Affair
The 19 piers along the North Carolina coast are beloved meeting places. The one at Kure Beach has been attracting friends, families, and fishermen longer than any of them.
Breakfast in North Carolina: Old Pier House Restaurant
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was published in January 2011. Since its publication, the Old Pier House Restaurant has closed. Steve . . .
