Wrightsville Beach Honored by WRAL Out & About Voters’ Choice Awards

Wrightsville Beach Chosen #1 Favorite “N.C. Beach Destination” Wilmington, NC - The Wilmington and Beaches Convention & Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce that Wrightsville Beach was honored during the 2016 WRAL Out and About Voters’ Choice Awards on Tuesday, August 2nd at an awards ceremony in downtown Raleigh. WRAL is the NBC affiliate that serves the greater Triangle market in North Carolina.

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Wrightsville Beach, N.C.: Not Your Typical Workout Routine

Where to Stay Active on Your Beach Vacation Wrightsville Beach, NC - For some, a beach vacation means kicking back and relaxing while catching some rays and splashing in the surf. Not straying from your usual workout regime can be easier said than done, but staying fit while on vacation does not have to mean missing out on the fun. There are plenty of ways to keep moving at Wrightsville Beach that can provide a welcome change from your typical workout routine. Whether you are a dedicated fitness guru or just wanting a leisurely stroll after a delicious meal, Wrightsville Beach has workouts for all athletic levels.

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Dive into an Underwater Adventure at North Carolina’s Most Accessible Beach

Uncover Deep Sea Shipwrecks and Colorful Marine Life at Wrightsville Beach Wrightsville Beach, NC - There’s no need to travel to a remote tropical destination to find an underwater adventure this summer – look no further than the North Carolina coast! Wrightsville Beach, N.C., located near Wilmington, is home to some of the most unique snorkeling and SCUBA experiences. Spend your day swimming alongside rainbow-colored marine life while exploring sunken ships, or dive straight into the past to uncover pre-historic dinosaur fossils. Bring the entire family or friends on a group diving charter for your best vacation yet at our island beach destination. Spend less time traveling and more time diving with a quick trip east and a plunge into the Atlantic to witness the majestic wonders of the deep sea.

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Wrightsville Beach Recognized as Pioneer in East Coast Surfing

Highway marker to commemorate the origin of surfing in North Carolina over a century ago Wrightsville Beach, NC - Previously dubbed one of the top surfing towns in the world by National Geographic, Wrightsville Beach will soon be recognized as a “Pioneer in East Coast” surfing, and the birthplace of surfing in North Carolina. To commemorate this historic milestone, a highway marker will soon be unveiled honoring the island’s surfing heritage since 1909. Read on to find out more about the history of surfing at Wrightsville Beach and how the coastal town has transformed itself into one of the most popular surfing hubs in the world today.

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