Whether you're looking to get away along the Tar Heel State's windswept coast or in its smoky mountains, these are five of the best cities for a dreamy escape.

Did you know that North Carolina has the 7th-longest coastline in the United States? The Tar Heel State boasts 3,375 miles of ...

Sand dunes are a common sight on Carolina beaches, and they serve a vital function in the natural world that scientists want to understand better.

Wrightsville Beach is an East Coast surfer's dream. If you’re currently watching The Summer I Turned Pretty, you’ve already, perhaps unknowingly, seen Wrightsville Beach. This charming North Carolina ...

If your idea of a perfect North Carolina beach trip includes "gobbling scrumptious seafood," this town may be calling your ...

Spend time in the sand or explore the village of Wrightsville Beach.

This Wilmington-area beach was named one of the top affordable spring travel destinations in the U.S. by a new report.

Stay at the Atlantis, a vintage 1960s lodge in Pine Knoll Shores with ocean-view rooms and complimentary beach chairs. See the wild horses on Cape Lookout National Seashore. Rent a kayak or ...

CRYSTAL COAST, NC (7News) — From sun-soaked beaches to waterfront dining and endless outdoor adventure, the Crystal Coast offers something for every type of traveler. Explore historic coastal towns, ...

What makes a great beach town? First, there’s the beach itself: There must be wide, sandy shores with sparkling water and plenty of shells, of course. Every beach town needs a handful of mom-and-pop ...