What’s New in Wilmington: Stays, Dining & Tours
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Free & Affordable Activities in Wilmington, NC
Wilmington has a little bit of everything, and you don’t have to spend a lot to enjoy it. Explore miles of trails, stroll the Wilmington Riverwalk or take self-guided tours of the city’s history.
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Escape to Wilmington For a Romantic Getaway
Whisk your special someone away to Wilmington to enjoy waterfront strolls, outdoor adventures and plenty of chances to eat, drink and relax together.
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Itinerary for a Grown-up Getaway in Wilmington
Duration: 3 Days Available: Year-round Discover the charm of Wilmington, North Carolina, with this three-day itinerary that blends history, adventure and coastal experiences. Stroll through brick-lined streets in the Historic District, cruise the Cape Fear River and explore lush gardens and local art spaces.
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Roaming Through Wilmington’s Parks and Trails
Surrounded by the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, Wilmington is home to unique ecosystems and coastal environments, inviting exploration along its numerous and scenic park trails and pathways that crisscross the best of the Carolina coast.
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Celebrate Galentine’s Day at Wilmington and Its Island Beaches
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.
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Endless Entertainment Awaits in Wilmington
Wilmington is ready to rock with concerts, festivals and other events that have been a trademark of the destination for decades. With so many exciting and varied events to choose from, a getaway here will certainly prove to be much more than just a typical coastal vacation.
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Wilmington’s Film Legacy as Horror’s Home Continues
Having covered the Wilmington film industry for more than seven years as a journalist, I can almost guarantee that you’ve been scared by something that was shot in Wilmington.
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Diving into History
Scuba Diving magazine Readers Choice Awards consistently rank North Carolina as a top spot for U.S. wreck-diving. The coastal waters surrounding Wilmington and its island beaches afford a bevy of shipwrecks that interpret the region’s maritime heritage. In this two-part series, Dr. Gordon P. Watts, Jr. (N.C.’s first underwater archaeologist) takes us on a dive back in time to explore sunken blockade runners.
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Fun and Affordable Quickie Trip Ideas in Wilmington
Thanks to easy access via numerous interstates, Wilmington—and its three island beaches—is the perfect quick-trip destination for road trippers from both North Carolina and nearby states.
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