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NC beach bum weekend

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2 Jun 2006
4.0 of 5 stars based on 2 votes
the beaches of Carteret County, N.C.- fun on a budget
  • Explore locations featured in this Traveler List: Atlantic Beach, Morehead City, Beaufort
  • Category: Perfect weekend
  • Traveler type: Sightseeing, Shopping, Beachgoers
  • Appeals to: Couples/romantics, Families with small children, Families with teenagers, Budget travellers
  • Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
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1. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, Atlantic Beach
Recently renovated and re-opened bigger and better than ever. Spend an afternoon with your kids marvelling at the huge tanks and myriad sea life, all without breaking the bank.
2. Sanitary Fish Market & Restaurant
Sanitary Fish Market & Restaurant, Morehead City
where the locals have eaten for years- family style restaurant overlooking the water on the Morehead City waterfront. Always ask for a water view table and watch the sunset while savoring local seafood.
3. Fort Macon
Fort Macon, Atlantic Beach
free tours of this genuine fort overlooking the Atlantic Ocean will take you back in time
4. Kites Unlimited
http://www.kitesunlimitednc.com/
Find a new kite or game to take onto the beach. With over 20 years of service to our customers Kites Unlimited remains committed to providing unsurpassed assistance in the pursuit of fun.
5. A Place at the Beach III
A Place at the Beach III, Atlantic Beach
6. Sheraton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront Hotel
Sheraton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront Hotel, Atlantic Beach
Ave price: $137
7. Peppertree Resort
Peppertree Resort, Atlantic Beach
8. historic Beaufort, NC- just east of Morehead and Atlantic beach
http://blackbeardthepirate.com/
charming historical seaport town once frequented by Balckbeard the Pirate. Stroll the beautiful waterfront district and browse the eclectic mix of shops, stop into Clawson's Restaurant for a lunchtime beer or meal, watch the boats as they sail past the town. Make a point to take one of the inexpensive boat tours that will take you past historic homes, the NC port, and the wild ponies of the NC Banks. Tour the historic district and the beautiful homes of Front and Ann Streets as the sea breezes blow past.
9. Beaufort Inn
Beaufort Inn, Beaufort
beautiful waterfront accomodations within walking distance of all of historic Beaufort
Explore locations featured in this Traveler List: Atlantic Beach, Morehead City, Beaufort