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Crystal Coast, NC
NORTH CAROLINA’S CRYSTAL COAST: WHY REUNITE HERE
• 85-mile long coastline with pristine beaches
• Discounted accommodation in oceanfront hotels and condos, camping and RV parks and beachfront cottages
• Abundance of outdoor activities like birding, fishing, boating and kayaking
• Vibrant restaurant and entertainment scene
• Treasures like the marina at Beaufort and downtown
Crystal Coast
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North Carolina’s Crystal Coast
Enjoy a reunion in North Carolina’s Crystal Coast with 85 miles of scenic beachfront along with exciting activities and historical attractions
– Crystal Coast Tourism Development Authority
Afamily-friendly reunion destination, the inviting 85-mile long coastline of Crystal Coast is a place to indulge in the sun, sand and sea. At Cape Lookout National Seashore, families can enjoy activities like fishing, swimming, birding, boating, windsurfing and kayaking and climb the Cape Lookout Lighthouse for some scenic water views. Explore the second most visited state park in North Carolina, the Fort Macon State Park
Explore the scenic Cape Lookout National Seashore.
See varieties of aquatic life at North Carolina Aquarium. Feast on fresh seafood and regional cuisines.
where the Battle of Macon was fought in 1862. Reunion groups can go swimming in a protected area and go exploring on nature walks.
Families with little ones will be thrilled to see the variety of aquatic flora and fauna at North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. With an impressive 306,000-gallon ocean habitat teeming with species of fish, sharks and turtles, the aquarium also has a replica of the U-352 German submarine that was sunk off the North Carolina coast. Visit the Harkers Island Visitors Center with interactive displays and exhibits centered around island ecology and take a ferry to Shackleford Banks and see feral horses roaming freely.
Not to be missed is the downtown area of “America’s Favorite Town”, Beaufort, with its lively marina. Take a cruise down the waterways, pick up treasures at the local community market and take a double-decker bus tour of the historic district and see the Carteret County Jail built in 1829 and the Apothecary Shop and Doctor’s Office dating back to 1857.
Fun-filled Activities, Gourmet Dining and More
Comprising communities like Atlantic Beach, Beaufort, Morehead City, Cape Lookout, Pine Knoll Shores and Harkers Island, Crystal Coast is the hub of activity all through the year with sporting events, seasonal festivals, concerts and shows.
Catering to a variety of tastes, your reunion group will be in for a culinary treat at Crystal Coast. Feast on seafood specialties at Shark Shack, healthy eats at Refection Foods and delicious barbeques at Roland’s Barbecue. Head to Black Sheep for brick-oven pizzas, China Garden & Mongolian Grill for allyou-can-eat meals and the Dank Burrito food truck for a delicious selection of Mexican food. Grown-ups can sip on craft brews at Crystal Coast Brewing Company and Cru Wine Bar.
Reunion groups of all sizes have a variety of accommodation options to choose from at Crystal Coast including oceanfront hotels and condos, boutique bed & breakfasts, camping and RV parks and beachfront cottages.
CONTACT: Jim Browder
252-726-8148 jim@crystalcoastnc.org
www.crystalcoastnc.org
The Cape Lookout Lighthouse has scenic views.
