Visiting Wilmington and don’t know where to go for fun? Kids driving your crazy at the beach? Too much time with your extended family over the holidays? Go to the Railroad Museum downtown!
I did just that with my 5 years old over Thanksgiving. We loved it! The admission is only $7 adults, $6 seniors and [...]

Popularity: 16% [?]

In my quest to find standout South Carolinians, I looked no further than my mother-in-law, Diane Frick. Yes, we do get along! In fact I’m honored to call Diane my friend, mentor and nature-loving fellow.
Diane is a self-taught painter recently coming out of her shell like a beautiful butterfly. She has a magic touch with [...]

Popularity: 5% [?]

Amazing race into space at Ingram Planetarium in the serene Sunset Beach NC!
You know you scored big when you hear the kids shout “Let’s do it again! Let’s do it again!” Gotta admit it’s pretty fun shooting water and race the little astronauts. Parents, grandparents and all young at heart compete for stardom…no one can [...]

Popularity: 6% [?]

Cherry Grove Beach in North Myrtle Beach is where the Intracoastal Waterway meets the Ocean. It’s breathtaking. Winter is my favorite time at the beach. It’s so peaceful. You’re completely detached from every day worries, free to think, watch and just breathe.

Some come to fish from the famous Cherry Grove Pier, home to world record [...]

Popularity: 14% [?]

Snakes, snakes, snakes! Seems that everything you hear this days is about snakes. Well they deserve it. Snakes come in all shapes and sizes. They’re excellent climbers, swimmers, runners and even jumpers. Above all they’re the ultimate killing machine.
Just recently, giant Titanoboa vertebrae were found in the tropical rain forests of northern Colombia.
The now [...]

Popularity: 7% [?]

Here is something remarkable you can do with your kids and loved ones. Visit “The Showboat”, the most revered and decorated US battleship of the 20th century. Battleship North Carolina remains a romantic lady at heart. She has become a popular site for wedding proposals, celebrations, honeymoon visits, and even christenings.

Read this post with Battleship [...]

Popularity: 19% [?]

She fought with bravery and saved countless lives. She was bombed. She won more WWII medals than any other battleship. She was almost scrapped 15 years later but was saved by courageous North Carolinians.

The beloved “Showboat” North Carolina has been welcoming visitors for the last 50 years. Harbored on the Cape Fear River near [...]

Popularity: 11% [?]

Is it a little Captain Morgan in you?
Find out at the highly entertaining, interactive and cool Pirates exhibit inside Ripley’s Aquarium at Broadway at the Beach.
Justice for all! These social rebels often fought against class oppression, and along the way, they’ve won the hearts of the plebe and the (secret) admiration of kings. Their legends [...]

Popularity: 5% [?]

Need some peaceful time at the beach, close to attractions and civilization yet away from the big city resorts crowds? Sunset Beach NC is your answer. The beach is located off highway 17 just 30 minutes drive from North Myrtle Beach and 1 hour from Wilmington NC.

Tips to know before you go
1. If you stay [...]

Popularity: 11% [?]