The Crystal Coast Blog

North Carolina Coastal Fishing Pier Update

If you have read my recent post, you can tell I find it disturbing that parts of our coastal heritage are disappearing right in front of our eyes. One only has to look back at these special places that are no longer on the Crystal Coast for us to enjoy. No longer can you take your son or daughter to fish off Crystal Coast fishing piers like the Triple S Pier torn down in late March 2008 or the Iron Steamer Pier torn down in early 2005 to make room for ten single-family beach homes.

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Memories in the Thickets

About twenty years ago I took my son Brad and his friend David on a camping trip to the Salter Path Campgrounds for his birthday. Hidden among the thickets of this Bogue Banks maritime forest, we pitched horseshoes during the day, and ate roasted marshmellows and told ghost stories by the flickering campfire in the evening. Camping was (and still is) awesome fun, affordable and a great way to bond with my son. At the Salter Path Family Camp Grounds, we made memories that will last a lifetime.

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For good food and quick service, it’s tough to beat Jordan’s Seafood Restaurant in Emerald Isle. On this particular Thursday afternoon (4-10), the lunch business had slowed a bit. This allowed our waitress, Shelley Gray, to provide excellent service. My wife and I each had the regular portion fried flounder along with side salad and vegetable. Our fish was perfectly fried and the green beans were tasty.

Portions to Suit Each Appetite

Normally, adults with average appetites will be satisfied with Jordan’s senior portions. If you wish to eat light, you might want to go with the child’s portion. With plenty of yummy hush puppies, you will come away satisfied.

Great Service!

Shelley was johnny-on-the-spot with the tea pitcher never leaving me with an empty glass. Kudos to you! All in all, lunch was tasty and the service outstanding! If you’re looking for consistent quality food and service, you can’t go wrong at Jordan’s! It’s one of our favorite restaurants on the Crystal Coast.

Your Feedback?

Have you eaten at Jordan’s Seafood lately? If so, tell us about your experience.

Until my next post,

Bobby

P.S. As usual, we offer our restaurant review without compensation from this establishment.

Earlier today, I posted this question on a local Triangle blog (now published) and thought I would give you the opportunity to answer this question too – so will $4 a gallon gas prevent you from driving to the Southern Outer Banks for your vacation this summer? Many economic prognosticators predict gas prices will eclipse the $4 a gallon mark by the July 4th holiday. So where is your ultimate pain threshold for gas prices when considering a driving vacation? One only has to take a look at the license plates of Crystal Coast tourist to see this area attracts families from distant states like Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia. What impact will $4 a gallon gas have on these travelers?

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Just like the current national financial market and the declining Crystal Coast real estate market are combining to suppress home and condo sales on the Bogue Banks, the same can be said for the home improvement business. Many Emerald Isle, Pine Knoll Shores, Indian Beach and Atlantic Beach property owners are electing to ride-out the less than favorable real estate market. With more Crystal Coast homeowners deciding to stay put, no doubt now might be the perfect time to consider fix-ups and improvements that will increase the value of your Crystal Coast home and make living there more comfortable and pleasurable too. The fact that the remodel business is sluggish as well will help make the home improvement market a better value for consumers is another factor to keep in mind. All the more reason to consider these high-return home improvement projects:

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If you have read a few of my previous post, you already know boating on the Crystal Coast is such a wonderful experience and great family fun. Of course, being prepared on the water, using common sense and remembering to be safe are keys to having a large time whether your in the Ocean or cruising along the Intracoastal Waterway. If you long for the open water or maybe desire a different vacation setting on the Crystal Coast, you might be ready for a vacation aboard your private houseboat. The folks at Outer Banks Houseboats offer either a 35′ 2003 Vagabond houseboat that sleeps 6 people or a 46′ 2004 model Luxury Aquacruiser that sleeps 10 people comfortably. Each houseboat rental comes with a 21′ Carolina Skiff.

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It’s Time to Take a Serious Look at Your Crystal Coast Property

Let’s face it, some homes on the Crystal Coast will never sell. Why? In this post, I will attempt to cover those costly mistakes sellers just can’t seem to get right. If your Atlantic Beach condo, Salter Path beach cottage, Pine Knoll Shores townhome or Emerald Isle oceanfront luxury home suffers one of the maladies, it is recommended you take a serious look at your property and make the necessary adjustments if you’re really serious about selling in today’s competitive Crystal Coast real estate market.

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Helping You Find More Information on Crystal Coast Condos

After performing a search for condo developments on the Crystal Coast, the staff at Crystal Coast Blog decided to go to work for you and create a section completely devoted just for Crystal Coast Condos.

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The aroma of salt in the sea breeze, the sound of waves lapping at your feet and the magnificent vistas with unparalleled views of the sound and the ocean, now that’s fine living on the Crystal Coast. Your senses are flooded with the aromas, sounds and sights that make up the Crystal Coast. Natural beauty combined with more amenities than you can imagine and the endless opportunities for rest, relaxation, and fine dining make the Southern Outer Banks irresistible. Ahhhh…wouldn’t it be great if your beach vacation never ended? Imagine if your getaway lasted forever AND you were able to make this vacation and every other one that follows pay for itself? Believe it or not, this dream could be within your reach.

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The Spring home buying season will be here before you know. Before you venture out to view Crystal Coast properties for sale, it is recommended you view these timely house hunting tips:

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