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Discover More of North Carolina on Fantastic Day Trips

One of the best parts of a vacation is exploring a new destination. Emerald Isle is full of unique activities and attractions to explore. Spend the day on the beach looking for shells or riding the waves on a boat rental . When you rent...Read more
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What Do All Beautiful Beach Homes Have in Common?

*The Emerald Isle beach house featured above is named At Water’s Edge. If you gathered up the most beautiful beach homes from all over the world, would you find a common thread? We think so. But what could they all have in common? Good question!...Read more
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The Best Emerald Isle Day Spas? Yes, Please!

Whether it’s for a special occasion like Valentine’s Day or just any day you want to pamper yourself or someone else, the day spas in the Emerald Isle, NC area are a wonderful way to find the relaxation and rejuvenation you desire. Massages, facials, manicures,...Read more
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How to Improve Your Credit Score Before Buying a House

Ah, the almighty credit score. The three little numbers that make a big difference in whether you can apply for a mortgage loan and at which rate. The higher your credit score the lower your mortgage rate, which in turn saves you a lot of...Read more
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Why Winter is the Best Time to See Dolphins on the NC Coast

You might think that an Emerald Isle beach vacation is only for summer, but you would be missing out! There are plenty of reasons to book an off-season beach vacation in Emerald Isle, NC including less crowded beaches, temperate weather, lower rates on vacation rentals,...Read more
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The Best Fall Farmers Market Finds on the Crystal Coast

Do you know about the Crystal Coast farmers markets that are nearby your vacation rental in Emerald Isle, North Carolina ? Oh, you should! You truly don’t want to miss out on the local flavor, especially during this season of the year. Bring the family...Read more
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Crabs of North Carolina

Welcome to the wild and wonderful world of Emerald Isle crabs! These quick and curious creatures can be found in the sounds, marshes, creeks, beaches, and Atlantic waters surrounding Emerald Isle and the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. They’re cute, fast, and an important part...Read more
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Grilling Hacks That Make You Look Like an Expert

Whether it’s Labor Day or any day, grilling is such a fun and fantastic way to entertain family and friends or just to enjoy some more time in the great outdoors while making dinner. I think we can all agree that grilling takes food to...Read more
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Emerald Isle Beach Regulations You Need To Know About

So you’re thinking about an Emerald Isle beach vacation on the gorgeous Crystal Coast of North Carolina, and you want to read up on what you need to know ahead of time. We’ve got you covered in this blog! Here are the highlights of the...Read more
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Mermaid Quotes That Will Draw You to the Ocean

If you are a mermaid at heart, then these quotes are for you! We think you’ll be able to relate to each and every one of these mermaid sayings. Have you booked your NC beach vacation yet? If not, now is the time to find...Read more
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