Emerald Isle Parrot Head Weekend Aug 3-5, 2012

Headed down to the Crystal Coast of NC this weekend? If so, you might want to check out the Parrot Head Weekend today (Friday, August 3) through Sunday, August 5. The Town of Emerald Isle has even proclaimed this weekend as Emerald Isle Parrot Head Weekend. In it’s proclamation town mayor Arthur B. Schools, Jr encourages all residents… Continue reading Emerald Isle Parrot Head Weekend Aug 3-5, 2012

Swansboro Mullet Festival Draws Big Sunday Crystal Coast Crowd

The 54th edition of Swansboro’s Mullet Festival got off to a soggy start on Saturday with dreary weather ruling the day. Even Saturday’s night events had to be canceled. Improved weather conditions greeted festival attendees on Sunday. No – We Don’t Pay Homage to a Bad 80’s Haircut! For my faithful readers who are not… Continue reading Swansboro Mullet Festival Draws Big Sunday Crystal Coast Crowd

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

Peak Vacation Season is Just Around the Corner!

With Memorial Day less than 2 weeks away, the peak vacation season at the Crystal Coast is about to begin. Pack your bags and head to the beautiful beaches of the Southern Outer Banks. What better way to spend your summer vacation. Sure gas is expensive but if you’re headed to Emerald Isle be sure… Continue reading Peak Vacation Season is Just Around the Corner!