Swansboro by Candlelight is a cherished holiday tradition that transforms historic downtown Swansboro into a festive winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, seasonal decorations, and small-town charm. Held annually in November, the event marks the unofficial start of the holiday season on the Crystal Coast, inviting residents and visitors to gather for an evening of shopping, entertainment, and community celebration in one of North Carolina’s most picturesque waterfront towns.
The Core Sound Chow Down is a popular annual culinary event that celebrates the food traditions, community spirit, and coastal heritage of Down East Carteret County. Held each December at the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center on Harkers Island, the event serves as the traditional kickoff to the museum’s Waterfowl Weekend festivities, drawing residents and visitors from across eastern North Carolina.
Resembling a cross between a train depot and a mariner's port, The History Place is certainly an excellent first stop for anyone who wants to learn a little more about the fascinating inland and barrier island history that is found in abundance...
Welcome to your ideal coastal hideaway at Carolina Moon! This cavernous 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom getaway blends classic beach-home appeal, offering the ideal setting for family vacations, group gatherings, or a calming escape by the sea. With...
New in our program, this home has many great reviews from past guests.Sit back, relax in the coastal breeze, and take in the elegant ocean view from the balcony of this second-floor condo at A Place at the Beach. Come and spend your vacation calming...
Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...
Summary:This 2-bedroom coastal condo is jam-packed with everything you need for an memorable Atlantic Beach hideaway!• Minutes to the Beach, Fort Macon & Crystal Coast Attractions• Community Pool• Private Balcony• Entirely Stocked Kitchen•...
The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...






