Southport is a regular stop for us — my parents lived in Carolina Beach for a decade and are now over in Oak Island, so every visit home means a swing through Southport too. It’s a genuinely charming little seaside town: quaint, Southern, unhurried, with waterfront porches everywhere that make it very tempting to just…
Wrightsville Beach was our go-to beach back in college — the beach every UNCW student ends up at. We spent more afternoons after class, and full weekends, there than we can count. It’s only 20 minutes from downtown Wilmington, which is exactly why it became the default: close enough to get to between classes, far…
Carolina Beach is a fantastic place to travel to year-round. Every time we visit, we find there’s so much to do that it’s easy to fill up every day of a vacation here. Walking the boardwalk, hiking Carolina Beach State Park, or grabbing a donut at Britt’s are just a few of the ways to…
There is no shortage of amazing things to do in Wilmington, North Carolina. Visitors can enjoy a spooky ghost walking tour, catch some waves at the beach, or cruise down the Cape Fear River in this historic port town. It’s one of our favorite destinations in North Carolina, and we should know — it’s the…
It’s not yet summer, and winter is slowly ending in many places. April means spring throughout much of the USA! You can feel the weather getting warmer, the days are getting longer, and the thought of shorts probably dance around your dreams. All in all, there are plenty of amazing places to visit in April…
Michigan is full of amazing lakes. So much that it’s even known as the “Great Lakes State.” Of course, the Great Lakes are fantastic lakes in Michigan to enjoy, but there are so many more bodies of water that offer plenty of fun in the sun! From Lake St. Clair to Lake Charlevoix, we’re breaking…
Mackinac Island (“MAK-e-naw”) is a treasured American vacation destination where visitors take a step back in time every year. The car-free island is blessed with natural beauty, shimmering waters, and a charming historic town, ensuring there are plenty of things to do on Mackinac Island. Everything moves slower on Mackinac Island, and it’s little wonder…
There are so many amazing places to visit in September in the USA. September is often a transitional month between summer and fall, meaning that the weather can be mild and pleasant in many parts of the country, and in other parts, it means gorgeous fall foliage. It’s easily my favorite month of the year…
There are so many great vacation spots in the USA it is nearly impossible to nail down a succinct list. From hiking in the Arizona desert and soaking up the sun in the Florida Keys to skiing at some of the best ski resorts in the world, there is something in America for every tourist….
July is one of the best months of the year to take an epic trip. July is usually the peak of summer in the USA, and you’ll find the weather is generally warm and sunny across most of the country. It’s the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy all the best beaches, mountains, and…
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