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Where imagination runs free
Along North Carolina's Crystal Coast, beaches, nature and history all wait to be explored, and a new definition of vacation escape is yours to discover.

From the sands of Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle to the history and quaint accommodations of Beaufort, Morehead City and the Down East area, this unspoiled stretch of the Southern Outer Banks coast is rich with beauty, heritage and activities in, on and around the water. World-class fishing, some of the top scuba diving in the country, and the Cape Lookout National Seashore offer the perfect way to enjoy the ocean, while the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores brings wonders of the sea to shore.

With so much to experience and explore, the Crystal Coast is the place to leave life as you know it behind and let your imagination run free.
Beaches & Vacations
Discover family fun for all ages at North Carolina's Crystal Coast.

Outdoor Adventure
North Carolina's Crystal Coast has what you need For those who seek a back-to-nature experience.

History & Tours
Experience history coming to life at the Crystal Coast.

Eco-Exploration
Nature is an amazing part of what makes North Carolina's Crystal Coast great.

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Atlantic Beach/Pine Knoll Shores
4 Corners Diner - 252.240.8855
Clamdigger Inn - 252.247.4155
Crab's Claw - 252.726.8222 - buffet - 12pm to 6pm
Sheraton - 252.240.1155 - buffet
Morehead City
Captain's Table - 252.726.0253 - 6am to 1pm
Cox's Restaurant - 252.726.6961
Floyd's 1921 - 252.727.1921 - buffet - 11am to 6pm
Golden Corral - 252.726.1609 - buffet - 11am to 4pm
Ms. Willis' - 252.726.3741 - 11am to 8pm
Ruby Tuesday - 252.726.3144 - regular menu
Shepard's Point - 252.727.0815 - buffet
News
11/21/2008 - New Pirate Exhibit at the N.C...
11/22/2008 - Jumble Sale at the Beaufort...
11/23/2008 - Community Thanksgiving Feast
11/23/2008 - Arts & Crafts Coalition...
11/23/2008 - "Healing Hearts" Fashion...
11/29/2008 - Emerald Isle Holiday Parade
12/01/2008 - Festival of Trees
12/01/2008 - Carteret Chorale Christmas Concert
12/03/2008 - Beaufort Christmas Parade
12/04/2008 - Crystal Coast Jamboree Holiday...
12/05/2008 - Core Sound Waterfowl Weekend
12/05/2008 - Train Show
12/06/2008 - Crystal Coast Christmas Flotilla
12/06/2008 - 21st Annual Core Sound Decoy...
12/06/2008 - Holiday Open House at the N.C...
12/07/2008 - Newport Christmas Parade
12/10/2008 - Art Reception at Emerald Isle...
12/12/2008 - Friday Free Flicks
12/13/2008 - Morehead City Christmas Parade
12/13/2008 - Coastal Carolina Christmas Walk
12/13/2008 - Breakfast With Santa
12/13/2008 - Boatbuilding Carpentry...
12/13/2008 - Beaufort Candlelight Homes Tour
12/29/2008 - Aquatic Adventurers Camp
01/01/2009 - Penguin Plunge
01/17/2009 - Crystal Coast Bridal Fair
01/17/2009 - Down East FolkArts Concert Series
01/19/2009 - Martin Luther King Celebration
01/31/2009 - American Music Festival Concert...
02/06/2009 - Carolina Chocolate Festival
02/07/2009 - Down East FolkArts Society Concert...
02/18/2009 - Empty Bowls