While generations of visitors return to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands every year, if you’re planning your first visits to our stretch of the Carolina coast, welcome! We’ve written the following guide to help answer some of your first time questions about the Brunswick Islands, including which…
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The fun doesn't have to end at the beach when the day ends. Bring your beach chair or blanket and the whole family to enjoy free outdoor concerts scheduled throughout summer and fall in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands! You can catch a free concert practically every night of the week. And you're…
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There’s something magical about summer in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands. Long, sun-drenched days when every salty breeze feels like possibility and every sunrise paints promise across the horizon. It’s the kind of place where you can almost hear your own story unfolding, where the tides seem to…
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In NC’s Brunswick Islands, treasures of all shapes and sizes are found beyond the beaches too. Across our charming islands and coastal towns, you’ll find thrift stores, consignment stores, and antique shops that are full of gems and one-of-a-kind finds. Check out our recommendations for the best…
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Fall festival season is officially in full swing in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands, and one of our area’s signature events, the North Carolina Festival by the Sea is coming up. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of attending this year’s festival: Schedule and Signature Events The NC…
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One special place. Ten different communities. Six beautiful beaches. Each with its own unique character! Which is the best in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands? Ask a local, or a repeat visitor, and you're bound to spark a passionate debate. Some swear by the laid-back vibe of Sunset Beach, others…
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When planning your trip to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands, Holden Beach, named “one of the best family beaches in the country" by National Geographic Traveler , is the perfect place to enjoy time with your loved ones. Whether you’re in the mood for expanses of beautiful beach, a quaint coastal…
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As you plan your vacations for the upcoming year, don’t forget that North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands has the perfect beach destination for you. Among the six spacious beaches across our five barrier islands, each with its own unique flair, you’ll find something to satisfy every taste. Whether you…
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Shopping in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands means finding unique treasures and special souvenirs from our one-of-a-kind coastal shops and boutiques. You’ll find shops unique to the area offering specialty items like hand-crafted jewelry, the latest beach fashions, novel gifts, décor, and custom…
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It’s no secret that mornings are improved with a cup of joe in hand. The Brunswick Islands are overflowing with local coffee shops to help kick-start your day and keep you caffeinated during your island getaway! From enjoying a freshly brewed cup of coffee in a cozy cafe to taking your coffee to-go…
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