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Along North Carolina's Crystal Coast, beaches, nature and history all wait to be explored, and a new definition of vacation escape is yours to discover.

From the sands of Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle to the history and quaint accommodations of Beaufort, Morehead City and the Down East area, this unspoiled stretch of the Southern Outer Banks coast is rich with beauty, heritage and activities in, on and around the water. World-class fishing, some of the top scuba diving in the country, and the Cape Lookout National Seashore offer the perfect way to enjoy the ocean, while the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores brings wonders of the sea to shore.

With so much to experience and explore, the Crystal Coast is the place to leave life as you know it behind and let your imagination run free.






Beaches & Vacations
Discover family fun for all ages at North Carolina's Crystal Coast.

Outdoor Adventure
North Carolina's Crystal Coast has what you need For those who seek a back-to-nature experience.

History & Tours
Experience history coming to life at the Crystal Coast.

Eco-Exploration
Nature is an amazing part of what makes North Carolina's Crystal Coast great.

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ThanksGiving Restuarants
Bistro–by–the–Sea
4031 Arendell Street, Morehead City
252–247–2777
Floyd’s 1921
400 Bridges Street, Morehead City
252–727–1921
Milazzo’s
2717 West Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach
252–222–4019
Amos Mosquitos
703 E. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach
252–247–6222
Crab’s Claw
201 W. Atlantic Boulevard, Atlantic Beach
252-726-8222
Mrs. Willis’
3114 Bridges Street, Morehead City
252–726–3741
Captain Bills
701 Evans Street, Morehead City
252–726–2166
4 Corners Diner
100 E. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach
252–240–8855
Cox’s Restaurant
4109 Arendell Street, Morehead City
252–726–2166
Golden Corral
4060 Arendell Street, Morehead City
252–726–1609
New Dawn Restaurant
3010 Arendell Street, Morehead City
252–726–7422
Ruby Tuesdays
5777 Hwy 70 West, Morehead City
252–726–3144
Kountry Kitchen
Brandywine Crossing Shopping Center, Hwy 70 West
252–240–0046
Clam Digger Inn
511 Salter Path Road Atlantic Beach
252–247–4155
News
11/20/2009 - Gordie McAdams Speckled Trout Surf...
11/20/2009 - Crystal Coast Jamboree Holiday...
11/20/2009 - OWLS 15th Annual Art & Silent...
11/21/2009 - Jumble Sale
11/22/2009 - BHA Community Thanksgiving Feast
11/22/2009 - "Healing Hearts" Fashion...
11/22/2009 - Arts & Crafts Coalition...
11/23/2009 - N.C. Aquarium Succulent Seafood...
11/27/2009 - Swansboro Christmas Flotilla
11/28/2009 - Emerald Isle Holiday Parade
12/01/2009 - Photos With Santa Claus
12/02/2009 - Beaufort Christmas Parade
12/03/2009 - Carteret Community Theatre's...
12/04/2009 - Core Sound Waterfowl Weekend
12/04/2009 - Train Show
12/04/2009 - Festival of Trees
12/04/2009 - Lunch with Storyteller Rodney Kemp
12/05/2009 - Crystal Coast Christmas Flotilla
12/05/2009 - 22nd Annual Core Sound Decoy...
12/05/2009 - Pine Knoll Shores Christmas Parade
12/05/2009 - Make Your Own Gingerbread House!
12/06/2009 - Newport Christmas Parade
12/12/2009 - Beaufort's Coastal Carolina...
12/12/2009 - BHA Candlelight Tour
12/12/2009 - Morehead City Christmas Parade
12/12/2009 - AB Tree Lighting Ceremony &...
12/13/2009 - Holiday Open House at the N.C...
01/01/2010 - Penguin Plunge
01/08/2010 - The Crystal Coast Wedding Salon
01/16/2010 - Crystal Coast Bridal Fair
01/16/2010 - Down East FolkArts Society...
01/24/2010 - Crystal Coast Jamboree Celebrity...
02/05/2010 - Carolina Chocolate Festival
02/07/2010 - BHA's Membership Drive Volunteer...
02/12/2010 - 20th Annual "Art from the...
02/14/2010 - Crystal Coast Jamboree Theatre...
02/17/2010 - Empty Bowls of Carteret
02/27/2010 - Fisherman's Post Fishing School
02/27/2010 - American Music Festival Concert...
03/05/2010 - Coastal Home & Garden Show
03/10/2010 - BHA Volunteer Orientation
03/13/2010 - 18th Annual Emerald Isle St...
03/20/2010 - N.C. Seafood Festival- Funfest
03/27/2010 - Huge Craft Fair
04/09/2010 - Newport Pig Cookin' Contest
04/10/2010 - Portsmouth Village Homecoming
04/10/2010 - Annual Easter Egg Hunt
04/17/2010 - 13th Annual Spring Homes &...
04/17/2010 - Publick Day
04/21/2010 - 6th Annual Beaufort Wine &...
05/01/2010 - Kentucky Derby Extravaganza
05/01/2010 - Women's Fair
05/14/2010 - Crystal Coast Quilt Show
05/22/2010 - CCACC Memorial Day Show & Sale
05/22/2010 - Carteret Cty. Arts & Crafts...