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With more direct flights to Wilmington International Airport (ILM), visitors can easily access Wilmington’s historic charm and endless adventure.

Coastal destinations are often at the top of the bucket list when it comes to warm weather getaways, and for good reason. A destination that offers a combination of fun in the sun and other kid-friendly things to do is just the ticket for making your summer vacation fail proof. Read on for a roundup of the 12 Things to Do With Kids in Wilmington, NC. Located within an easy 30-minute drive from not one but three beaches, you can consider your summer family vacation planning DONE!

Here in Wilmington, North Carolina, we’ve got it all: beaches, the river, a great (and growing) brewery scene, and some of the best chefs around. I know what you’re thinking, “Jason, you live here, of course you love it;” that’s true, but I’m also a travel and food writer and I’m fortunate to eat in spectacular restaurants the world over, so I know good food.

Whether your travel vibe is adrenaline junkie, couch potato or somewhere in between, destinations rich in “soft adventures” are right up your alley. Soft adventure, unlike its cousin hard adventure, involves little physical risk, requires little to no experience, and offers more convenience.

From river to sea, there's abundant beauty in Wilmington and our Island Beaches. Social media makes it easier than ever to capture and share that beauty. You might be wondering where to get that Insta-worthy gram on your next visit. From whimsical gardens and a historic battleship to oceanside sunrises and a maritime forest, we've rounded up some of the best photography locations.

After I retired recently from the StarNews, Wilmington’s daily newspaper, I found myself with enough time to get out and visit some special places. It gave me a chance to see my county through the eyes of a visitor, to ride around and visit places connected to local history from the Revolutionary War through World War II and later.

From solar-powered brews to a ship-shaped bar to a disc golf course, Wilmington and its island beaches have a variety of unique breweries that will quench the taste buds of all beer drinkers. And if you are planning a beer-based getaway, why not do it at the coast!

Want to experience what all the hype is about in Wilmington, North Carolina? Home to Dawson’s Creek, One Tree Hill, and many of your other favorite T.V. shows and movies, Wilmington has a culture and a feel that is one-of-a-kind. Springtime is ideal to experience events that are unique to Wilmington and its island beaches.

With the new year in full swing, there’s no better time to discover what’s new in Wilmington and its island beaches. From easier ways to arrive into town to a six-acre waterfront park, Wilmington has a lot more to offer families and friends during your next getaway.

February is the month of love, but that celebration is not reserved just for couples. Born as a pop culture reference during a 2010 episode of “Parks and Recreation,” Galentine’s Day (February 13) has become an occasion for women to come together and rejoice in the bonds of friendship.