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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.
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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.
Take a walk on Pine Knoll Shores' wild side with a visit to the pristine, undeveloped Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area, an expansive 265 acre nature preserve, conveniently located next to the town's most visited attraction, the North Carolina...
Step back in time with a stay at the Historic Hartsfield House, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom historic home in downtown New Bern. This impressive abode offers a unique blend of historic ambiance, modern convenience, and quirky decor. The home's layout...
Welcome Salty Paws Cottage, your pet‑friendly coastal escape, located in Beaufort’s friendliest, most walkable communities, Eastman Creek. This comfortable, easygoing home is designed for casual vacation living, with plenty of space to relax...
Newly renovated! The Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel, formerly The Inn at Pine Knoll Shores. offers oceanfront rooms, direct access to the beach, sun, sand, surf and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Always just a few steps from the ocean...
The Ultimate Beach Escape Steps from the Sand, Constructed for Fun! Welcome to your ideal coastal hideaway, where the ocean is just a short walk away and the entertainment never ends! Our beautiful beach home offers the ideal blend of relaxation...
Crystal Coast vacationers can venture off the coast where the big catches are waiting with a fishing trip that’s commandeered by the Carolina Princess. Launching out of Downtown Morehead City, and easy to reach for veritably anyone staying in...






