There’s a host of reasons to explore a creative side, as well as the picturesque Swansboro waterfront, at the Swansboro Arts by the Sea Festival. This unique and day-long festival has a wealth of activities, entertainment and enticements for everyone in the family, and with plenty of food, crafts, children’s activities, shopping opportunities and more, the festival is sure to be a highlight of any Crystal Coast vacation.
If you’re a southern seafood fan, then you’re going to love the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. This two-day affair features a wealth of ways to enjoy this local crystal coast staple, as well as plenty of games and activities that celebrate the food, flavor, and all around fun of the heart of Swansboro and the North Carolina coastline.
Come explore a winter wonderland of holiday sights, sounds, and smells at this festive event that is celebrating its 12th year in 2026. The annual Gingerbread Festival & Competition is a fun and all-encompassing celebration that has incredible gingerbread displays, fun crafts and activities for the kids, and lots of ways to celebrate the holidays in style while admiring some of the most unique and creative gingerbread creations that the Crystal Coast has to offer.
As evident by the dozens if not hundreds of vessels that are perched along the downtown docks on a daily basis, Beaufort is clearly a community that’s in love with boating. From marine stores in the heart of the downtown area, to water tours...
The search for the ideal beach getaway ends here at 'God's Gift Oceanview!' Located in the coastal town of Emerald Isle, NC, this 1-bed, 1-bath vacation rental features simple access to everything on your itinerary. Soak up the sun mere moments away...
- Emerald Isle
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.The Toes in the Sand Duplex brings you all the modern amenities of home. This home is located just a short jaunt to the beach where you can soak in the sun, build your favorite...
- Atlantic Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and...
Feel a calming coastal hideaway in this roomy semi-oceanfront getaway. Featuring 3 bedrooms and a additional room with Wi-Fi throughout, Turner’s Corner comfortably accommodates 8-10 guests. Location: Turner’s Corner is attractively located...
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...