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North Carolina’s coast and 300 miles of barrier island beaches are filled with lovely state parks, top restaurants and world-class golf courses. Cape Fear’s beaches attract surfers. Wilmington’s downtown contains fine antebellum homes and exciting shopping and dining. The wind-swept Outer Banks offer historic lighthouses, mysterious Roanoke Island and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Cape Hatteras National Seashore offers hiking, biking and fishing. Ferry trips link islands with the... more » North Carolina’s coast and 300 miles of barrier island beaches are filled with lovely state parks, top restaurants and world-class golf courses. Cape Fear’s beaches attract surfers. Wilmington’s downtown contains fine antebellum homes and exciting shopping and dining. The wind-swept Outer Banks offer historic lighthouses, mysterious Roanoke Island and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Cape Hatteras National Seashore offers hiking, biking and fishing. Ferry trips link islands with the mainland. « less
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Best Western

4 of 5 stars
Concord, NC
Nov 20, 2009

I loved our recent stay at the Best Western in Jacksonville Beach, FL!! The view was awesome, the beds were super comfortable, maintenance and housekeeping were very friendly and timely, the front...more

The Inn on Pamlico Sound

5 of 5 stars
Killl Devil Hills
Nov 20, 2009

We loved the room, the view and the care and friendliness of the Innkeeper Steve. His attention to comfort, enjoyment and detail made the day. I would recommend this Inn to anyone desiring a...more

Windjammer Inn

4 of 5 stars
Raleigh, NC
Nov 19, 2009

My Husband and I just returned from our trip to Atlantic Beach. We stayed at the Windjammer Inn, which is actually on the beach (not the sound) and right next to a great pier for fishing, etc. The...more

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