Spend the day on the water, then dock and dine, explore lively downtowns, and see amazing birds soar in the quaint small towns surrounding the state’s largest man-made lake.
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It’s the Little Things
For the Ramblin’ Man, nothing defines the flavor of summer in North Carolina like sweet, succulent shrimp. He trawls roadside stands for these tiny treasures from the sea and sound, and he might be willing to share ... if you’re lucky.
11 Our State Recipes You Loved in June
Blueberry cheesecake, Atlantic Beach pie, and Calabash shrimp were among your favorite recipes in June. Find out what else made the list.
Fresh Catch: A Foodie’s Guide to the Crystal Coast
Discover the must-order menu items at 16 delicious restaurants in Beaufort, Emerald Isle, Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, and Harkers Island.
Love at First Bite at Amos Mosquito’s
After working at her family’s seaside resort, an Atlantic Beach native went off to culinary school, then returned home to open a restaurant of her own. Decades later, Amos Mosquito’s is a treasured mainstay.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Working Waters
When Editor-in-Chief Elizabeth Hudson climbs aboard a wooden shrimp trawler in Sneads Ferry, she gains a new appreciation for North Carolina’s fishing industry.
10 Dock & Dine Restaurants on the Carolina Coast
After a day on the water, boaters step off the dock and into these waterfront restaurants for savory seafood, ice-cold drinks, and some of the best views on the coast.
Fried & True
North Carolina’s landmark coastal restaurants don’t just serve good food. They also help us continue cherished traditions.
Sail Away at the Blockade Runner
Take a trip to a retro hotel in Wrightsville Beach, where maritime adventures, delicious seafood, and old-fashioned R&R abound from sunrise to sunset — by sea and sound.
