Carolina Beach Pontoon Rental

Visitors who want to explore the cool and calm waters of the Intracoastal Waterway can embark on their own self-guided adventure via Carolina Beach Pontoon Rental. Located close to the Cape Fear River / Intracoastal...

FantaSea

Water lovers can plot their own course, or lean back and enjoy the views while an expert captain does all the work, with a boat rental or charter from FantaSea. Featuring a wealth of Cape Fear-worthy vessels, as well as...

Nauti Times Rental Boats

Frequent visitors know that the Cape Fear area is best explored by water, and vacationers can embark on their own afternoon, day-long, or even weeklong adventure with a vessel from Nauti Times Rental Boats. Featuring a...

Ocean Isle Fishing Center

Ocean Isle Fishing Center is an all-encompassing destination for anglers, water lovers, and anyone who wants to fully enjoy the coastline during an Ocean Isle Beach or Sunset Beach vacation. Perched on the edge of the...

Pleasure Island Rentals

You can find everything under the sun for a fantastic vacation along the Carolina coastline with a visit to Carolina Beach’s own Pleasure Island Rentals. Located in the heart of the action and easy to reach for...

Reliant Marine

There are plenty of ways to have fun in the water with Sea Gate Boating and Reliant Marine. This boat rental, maintenance, training, and charter destination in an all-encompassing spot for vacationers and locals alike...

Southport Boat Rentals

Southport Boat Rentals offers half day, full day, and multi day rentals of their 21' Carolina Skiff 21 DLVs. These skiffs are rated at 14 passengers, but Southport Boat Rentals recommends up to 10 adults for comfort...

Southport Marina

Travelers by sea in search of an accommodating marina with plenty of access to the local coastal North Carolina sites will feel right at home at the Southport Marina. This destination is a worthy spot to drop anchor, as...

Sunfun Rentals

From Jeeps that can tackle the soft shorelines of Carolina Beach’s Freeman Park to Searay boat rentals that allow visitors to explore the coastline in style, there’s a lot of adventure to launch from Sunfun...

The Adventure Kayak Company

The Adventure Kayak Company allows visitors to explore both the wilds of the Cape Fear environment as well as the heart of the Downtown Southport region through bike tours, kayak tours, and rentals that allow patrons to...

Smithfield's Chicken N Bar-B-Q

Smithfield's Chicken N Bar-B-Q

For over 30 years, Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q, has focused on creating an enjoyable dining experience for our customers.At Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q, we strive to be the best host. From the moment you walk through the door, you are our guest. Our staff personally delivers hot and fresh food right to your table, refills your drink, and even takes care of discarding your trash. Our goal is for you to relax and enjoy the nostalgic décor and music. Let us serve you.There are currently 36 locations stretching from the NC coast to the Piedmont with plans of expansion. This would not be possible without our loyal customers.We invite you to come join us. Dine in, take home or go through the drive thru.

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Victory Beach Vacations

Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based in Carolina Beach in the coastal Cape Fear region, Victory Beach Vacations has more than 100 vacation rentals in all shapes and sizes to ensure that every vacationing family can find their dream home away from home on the beach.

7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2021

7 Best Beach & Fishing Coolers 2021

Nothing beats an ice-cold beverage while relaxing on the beach. Nothing is worse than reaching for an icy drink and finding your cans swimming. Coolers are essential for family days on the sand. A good modern cooler will keep food and drinks fresh for days. In addition to beverages, fishermen rely coolers to keep bait fresh, and hopefully the catch of the day. Walk onto any beach or pier in North or South Carolina and you’ll see a plethora of cooler models and sizes. Cooler technology has advanced rapidly in modern years. Top-end hard-sided coolers can keep ice frozen for a week. Soft coolers are easier for one person to carry onto a beach, but can still keep food cool for days. Cooler materials and price points vary wildly, so we put together this guide with our recommendations for your coastal vacation.