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Guides From the Coast to the Mountains
Beach, city and mountain trip planning, seasonal guides and advice for owners, from our team in North Carolina.
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Holidays at Carolina Beach: Island of Lights, Boardwalk on Ice and More
Island of Lights 2026 dates at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach: the lighting at the lake, Christmas parade, flotilla, tour of homes, Boardwalk on Ice and New Year's Eve.
Carolina Beach vs. Wrightsville Beach vs. Kure Beach: Which to Book
How Wilmington's three closest beach towns compare for a vacation rental: the vibe, food, things to do, kids, parking, dogs and who each one suits best.
The Best Time to Visit Carolina Beach, Month by Month
Carolina Beach through the year: ocean temperatures by month from NOAA, the big events, crowds, parking and dog seasons, and when to find the best value.
Short-Term Rental Rules in Carolina Beach and Wilmington
What owners need to know before renting a home by the night in New Hanover County: permits, Wilmington's zoning rules, occupancy and sales tax, HOAs and insurance.
Wilmington Winter Guide: Best Things to Do in the Cooler Months
Wilmington and its beaches in winter: Enchanted Airlie, holiday flotillas, Boardwalk on Ice, museums, the Battleship, downtown dining and quiet beach days, for 2026–27.
How Much Can a Carolina Beach Vacation Rental Earn?
What really drives vacation rental income in Carolina Beach: seasons, location, size, pets, amenities, pricing and costs, and how to get a projection for your own home.
Bringing Your Dog to Carolina Beach: Beach Rules by Season
When dogs are allowed on the sand at Carolina Beach, Freeman Park, Kure Beach, Fort Fisher and Wrightsville Beach, plus leash rules, dog-friendly spots and tips.
Golf Carts in Carolina Beach: Rules, Rentals and Parking
Carolina Beach is phasing out golf carts. What visitors can rent instead (street-legal LSVs), the rules of the road, kids and seat belts, and how parking works for carts.
Boone vs. Blowing Rock: Where to Stay for a Mountain Weekend
Boone or Blowing Rock for a High Country getaway? How the two mountain towns compare for food, hiking, the Blue Ridge Parkway, kids, events and the feel of the place.