Oak Island has long been a beach destination for families. Many recall fond memories on Long Beach or Yaupon Beach, but those ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Lifestyle magazine Southern Living has released its ’ 10 dreamiest places to live in the coastal ...

"In 2024, Wilmington landed at the top of our South's Best Cities on the Rise list, and it just keeps getting better with ...

Which North Carolina beach is best for you and your family? Use our guide to help you decide where to put your umbrella and ...

Tara Massouleh McCay is the Senior Travel and Culture Editor for Southern Living. A writer and editor with 10 years ... an under-the-radar barrier island that sits about an hour north of Wilmington.

Lisa Cericola has been on staff at Southern Living since 2015. As Deputy Editor ... and it’s easy to see why. In 2024, Wilmington landed at the top of our South’s Best Cities on the Rise list, and it ...

Coastal living doesn't have to come at a cost in Wilmington, according to Livability. Picturesque beaches, a laid-back lifestyle, and a flair for film all add to why this Southern city is a great ...

This spot at 4724 New Centre Drive in Wilmington has been a longtime local favorite for sushi and more in a warm, welcoming environment. One of Southern Living’s suggestions for must-try ...

The most famous of its coastal towns may be places like Wilmington and the Outer Banks barrier islands located off the mainland’s eastern edge, but there are dozens of other waterfront towns carved ...

Topsail Island sits about 40 miles northeast of Wilmington. The 26-mile-long barrier island off ... Dine at the Beach Shop and Grill for classic Southern dishes made with sustainable and organic ...

Southern Living readers ranked the "50 Best Beach Towns in the South 2025," with three beaches in the Wilmington area making the list. Wrightsville Beach earned the highest ranking at number 28, ...

Southern Living readers ranked the "50 Best Beach Towns in the South 2025" and three made the list from the Wilmington area: Wrightsville Beach, Topsail Beach and Oak Island. Wrightsville Beach ...