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The fall season is a wonderful time for fishing on the Crystal Coast. Whether you enjoy casting a line in the surf, participating in a local tournament, discount hotel deals or embarking on a deep-sea adventure on the open waters, you can find it all here. The beautiful fall weather discount hotel deals brings cooler temperatures, lower hum... View the full post
The word is getting out about the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. So much so that the luxury cruise line Silversea has added it as a destination, as revealed in the unveiling of its 2015 schedule, according to an article by USA Today. The Silversea website hasn't named its shore excursions for the ... View the full post
It is a really big weekend here on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. October brings the North Carolina Seafood Festival during the first weekend of the month each year to downtown Morehead City. The event is the largest festival east of Raleigh and brings hundreds of thousands to the coast each y... View the full post
North Carolina is a wonderful place to bike whether you enjoy a leisurely ride on the beach or one of the many bike trails throughout the state. There are also a lot of great cycling events, for both amateurs and professionals alike, that allow you to fully experience the grandeur and stunning beaut... View the full post
Attention kids and kids-at-heart! There are fun times ahead this weekend in Emerald Isle at the 8th Annual Day4Kids this Saturday, September 21, from 10a.m. to 2p.m. at the Emerald Isle Community Center on 7500 Emerald Drive. You should discount hotel deals know that the first 100 kids get a free t-shirt and there are f... View the full post
When you think about the soon-coming fall season, your first thought may not be of the beach. But we ask you: Why not? Did you know that there are plenty of reasons to visit the coast of North Carolina this time of year? There are.
The Crystal Coast has its fair share of local fishing tournaments discount hotel deals and the month of September is no different. The Atlantic Beach Saltwater Kingfish Classic fishing tournament takes place Thursday, September 12 through Saturday, September 14. The reel action begins discount hotel deals at 6:30a.m. discount hotel deals on Saturday and Sunday ... View the full post
The Labor Day holiday is here! With it comes a lot of fun in the sun, time on the beach spent with family and friends, cookouts discount hotel deals and barbecues, and the savoring of the final days of the summer discount hotel deals season.
As summer wraps up, we wistfully long for it linger on. Don't you? Days spent on the beach soaking up the sun, frolicking in the Atlantic waters, and kicking back enjoying the unending views of sparkling emerald-green waters are a trademark of summers spent on the Crystal Coast—and we've enjoyed e... View the full post
Any headline with the words "back to school" in it may not be so popular right now. How can it be that summer will soon be coming to an end and a new school year will shortly be in session? Well, let's not focus too much on the school part right now; instead, let's divert our attention to the remain... View the full post
The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is a must-see destination during your Crystal Coast vacation. discount hotel deals Located minutes from Emerald Isle, the aquarium discount hotel deals makes for a wonderful day trip, rain or shine. Visitors can easily spend at least a day here with its many exhibits and galleries that focus ... View the full post
The Crystal Coast is home to great fishing and fishing tournaments alike. This weekend, the North Carolina Ducks Unlimited Band the Billfish Tournament comes to town. The tournament began in 1989 and since its inception, discount hotel deals 163 blue marlins, 204 white marlins, and 447 sailfish have been released. That'... View the full post
The beaches of Emerald Isle are kid-friendly in and of themselves with calm blue-green waters, pristine shores, less crowded beaches, and a welcoming ambiance—all perfect conditions for a fun, memorable and safe family vacation. Grab a few towels, sunscreen, water, snacks, a few beach toys, and so... View the full post
We have mixed emotions about USA Today naming Emerald Isle as one of the top uncrowded Atlantic beaches to visit this summer. We love the mention, but we also know that's one of the top reasons vacationers choose Emerald Isle year after year as a favorite vacation destination: less crowds! But the w... View the full post
The month of July is here and with it brings a lot of fun and festivities for the July 4th holiday on the Crystal Coast. We can promise that you will not run out of things to do! Here are some of the events occurring right in Emerald Isle, as well as in the surrounding Crystal Coast area. There's a ... View the full post
We are enjoying the summer season here in Emerald Isle and on the surrounding Crystal Coast. We are taking full advantage of the beach, the cooling Atlantic waters, the coastal breeze and having as much fun in the sun as we can. Are you? We hope so! In addition to the beach, there are also plenty of... View the full post
Once you're here and settled into your Emerald Isle vacation rental, the next step is switching into vacation mode and preparing yourself discount hotel deals for some fun and relaxation. There is plenty of fun to be had on the beaches of Emerald Isle on any given day: sink into your beach chair and grab your favorite b... View the full post
Father's Day is this Sunday. Are you struggling to find something special for Dad? We'd like to suggest taking a trip to the Crystal Coast, booking a beach house right on the shores of Emerald Isle, and doing all of the things Dad loves to do! What better gift to give than the gift of spending time ... View the full post
Big boats, big fish, big money, big crowds—that's what you'll find June 7-15 on the Morehead City waterfront. The Big Rock Blue Marlin Fishing Tournament brings all of that and more to the Crystal Coast this weekend. Fishing days run from June 10-15 from 9a.m. to 3p.m. (8a.m. to 2p.m. on Saturday)... View the full post
Beach season is here. Summer is in the air. One of the best ways to spend some time here is by enjoying local musical talent and performances set against discount hotel deals a backdrop of coastal beauty. You'll find a wide range of diversity and genres suited to please all ages and tastes. What's your favorite? Reggae?... View the full post
It's almost here—the symbolic start of summer: Memorial Day. We hope you've made plans to spend your Memorial Day Weekend with us here on our Emerald Isle beaches and in our surrounding Crystal Coast towns. Now that you have your beach house secured, how do you plan to spend your time? We'd love t... View the full post
Ahoy, mates! The downtown streets and waterfront of Morehead City come alive this weekend with the Crystal Coast Boat Show happening on Saturday, May 18 from 10a.m. to 5p.m. and Sunday, May 19 from 11a.m. to 4p.m. This free family-friendly event is hosted by the Downtown Morehead discount hotel deals City Revitalization... View the full post
The Crystal discount hotel deals Coast is a vacationer's discount hotel deals delight because it offers the perfect blend of a beach vacation paradise combined with access to some of the Southern Outer Banks' best waterfront towns, as well as the events, activities and festivals that can be found within discount hotel deals them.
This Saturday, May 4 is a big day in Beaufort. From 10a.m. to 4:30p.m. on the Beaufort Waterfront, this free event is a local favorite and draws quite a crowd of boat enthusiasts and spectators discount hotel deals alike. The Crystal discount hotel deals Coast celebrates the art of North Carolina boatbuilding and the sport of boat racing wi... View the full post
Earth Day was officially celebrated on Monday discount hotel deals April 22, but here on the Crystal Coast the celebration lives on. And as we all know, every day should be Earth Day for us by doing our best to protect and preserve our environment whenever possible by implementing the five R's: reduce, reuse, recycle, r... View the full post
Slated as a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, the Beaufort Food and Wine Weekend begins its ninth year on the Crystal Coast next week. The festival runs from April 24-28 and offers a full schedule of events. Most of the events discount hotel deals are ticketed and sell out fast, so be sure to check out what... View the full post
When planning discount hotel deals your stay in Emerald Isle, choosing the perfect vacation rental is easy. You'll find a variety of sizes, styles, locations and amenities to choose from, whether you prefer a luxury beach house, a cozy soundside cottage or something in between—it's all right here.
If you're a resident of the Crystal Coast, the kids are out of school this week for spring break. If you're vacationing on the Crystal Coast, you may have your kids with you during this week as well. Either way, there are some fun, educational and family-friendly events you may want to explore this ... View the full post
Spring is in the air and the Easter Bunny is making his rounds along the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. Last weekend, he was in Emerald Isle and Cape Carteret. This weekend he can be found in Morehead City and Beaufort. Take a look at the Easter Egg Hunts that are occurring this weekend and bring ... View the full post
Spring arrives this week (hooray!), holiday breaks are coming up, and the beach is ready for you! The blue-green waters of Emerald discount hotel deals Isle are glistening, the sand is warming, and the coast is calling. To entice you further, there are great Emerald Isle vacation rental discounts and specials over the E... View the full post
March is here and you know what that means: Spring discount hotel deals is on its way! What better time than now to plan your spring break beach vacation getaway? Emerald Isle is located on the beautiful barrier island of Bogue Banks, nestled on North Carolina's Crystal Coast. With sparkling blue-green Atlantic waters discount hotel deals o... View the full post
When vacationing on the Crystal Coast, there are always plenty of choices when it comes to fabulous fare. Whether you prefer casual waterfront dining, a beachside restaurant, a pub or tavern-style atmosphere, fresh seafood, fine dining or Southern cuisine, you can find it all here—and more.
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