Emerald Isle, NC Fireworks Display July 4th, 2012

What would the 4th of July Emerald Isle holiday be without a fireworks display off the Bogue Inlet Pier? The great news is you can bring your whole family to see the Emerald Isle 4th of July Fireworks display for 2012! Clearly seen from the Intracoastal Waterway and Bogue Sound, this year’s fireworks will be launched… Continue reading Emerald Isle, NC Fireworks Display July 4th, 2012

Carefree Sandancer West Beach Cottage Guest Journal

This week the Carroll families are renting 124 Heverly Drive in Emerald Isle. A popular component of many Emerald Isle beach vacation rental properties is a guest book or renters journal. The property owners of Carefree Sandancer West offer such a journal for their rental guest. Curious to know what other renters have documented, I… Continue reading Carefree Sandancer West Beach Cottage Guest Journal

World’s Youngest Crystal Coast Blogger

I recently asked my five year old grandson to write his first blog. Below is what he typed on the computer and added to my Facebook page: Guest Post by Taylor Cookman What makes Nana and Papa’s house special is their toy’s and TV. I also like to go with Nana and Papa to the… Continue reading World’s Youngest Crystal Coast Blogger

Large Crowd Attends the 2008 NC Seafood Festival

Annual Crystal Coast Seafood Festival is a Big Hit! There was no hint of a financial downturn judging from the throng that filled the Morehead City waterfront for this years’ 2008 Seafood Festival. Beautiful fall weather greeted a shoulder to shoulder crowd. Great aromas filled the sun-drenched air as the throng munched on a smorgasbord… Continue reading Large Crowd Attends the 2008 NC Seafood Festival

Crystal Coast Summer Vacation Traditions

Sand, Waves, Shells, Shopping, Putting and Food! A typical week at the North Carolina coast for our family means lots of playing in the sand, riding the waves, long walks on the beach, and more time than you could imagine crouched in the shell seeking position. Time must always be allocated for at least one… Continue reading Crystal Coast Summer Vacation Traditions

Tips to Taking Great Photos at the Beach

It’s Easier than You Think! We all know the beach is a wonderful place to make memories. And what better way to document your time together than by taking awesome photographs. Believe it or not, beautiful photos can be taken on the beach and it’s easier than you think. We recommend you try these simple… Continue reading Tips to Taking Great Photos at the Beach