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.
If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...
Discover this enchanting 3-bedroom gem in Atlantic Beach. This welcoming home features 1 king bed and 2 queen beds, ideal for a comfortable stay. With amenities like AC, heating, and a hair dryer, guests will feel right at home. The 2 bathrooms...
This striking two-bedroom, one-bathroom bungalow in Atlantic Beach is the ideal coastal getaway. Just a two-min. walk from public beach access, you can start your day with the sound of waves and spend your afternoons soaking up the sun, all within...
Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...
Sat-Sat units during summer and NO SUMMER CLEANING FEES!Escape the summer hordes and join Crystal Shoals Vacation Units at the Bedloe located in the peaceful, family-friendly The Point neighborhood on Emerald Isle, NC. Totally modernized in 2021...
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...






