Looking for a peaceful North Carolina beach getaway? Topsail Beach is the perfect low-key alternative to the Outer Banks, with stunning shores, local charm, and no crowds.

thanks to its tranquil beach scenery, fun and festive atmosphere, and its central proximity to the rest of the Outer Banks. So, if you're looking for a unique and memorable North Carolina vacation ...

One thing about North Carolina ... watch the sunrise over the ocean and then watch it set once again over water. You can in Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, and also in the Outer Banks.

A rare run of bluefin tuna off North Carolina's Outer Banks has pier anglers hooking giants just yards from the beach.

The Outer Banks consist of a collection of barrier islands along the North Carolina coast ... Nags Head is the largest beach resort town in the area, and in some ways tourism has taken a toll ...

With an award-winning spa, an adjacent beach and three pools ... romantic feel, the Outer Banks has been drawing travelers to the shores of North Carolina for quite some time.