Press Releases

Wilmington, NC: The new Aloft Coastline Hotel, located along the Cape Fear River in downtown Wilmington and within walking distance of the Wilmington Convention Center, officially broke ground today. Once complete, the Aloft will join other accommodations and meeting facilities in Wilmington’s ... More »

Wilmington, NC: Spring break can seem an eternity away during the winter months. Fortunately, a “pre-spring” getaway to Wilmington can provide a winter respite to bridge the gap. Locals and return visitors to Wilmington and its island beaches know that there’s a sweet spot between the holidays and ... More »

Wilmington, NC: The Wilmington and Beaches Convention & Visitors Bureau [CVB] is pleased to announce that the destination—Wilmington and Island Beaches—was voted as “Best Weekend Getaway” during the 2018 WRAL Out and About Voters’ Choice Award contest. Winners were announced during the WRAL Out & ... More »

Wilmington, NC: Holiday events in Wilmington, North Carolina and the island beaches of Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Wrightsville Beach fill the months of November and December with a great amount of cheer! Throughout the season, there are twinkling enchanted forests, candlelight home tours, ... More »

Wilmington, NC: In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence’s landfall along our coast nearly two months ago, local residents continue to be impacted in unexpected ways. While competitive sports may not be the first thing that comes to mind, the storm caused nearly 200 youth soccer league games across ... More »

Wilmington, NC : Did you know that Wilmington, North Carolina is among the South’s most haunted cities ? Wilmington’s past is retold year-round on guided ghost walks and paranormal tours. During late October, Halloween-theme events add another dimension with haunted attractions, spooky theatrical ... More »

Wilmington area officially welcomes visitors following Hurricane Florence Wilmington, N.C. – Oct. 16, 2018 – Wilmington and Island Beaches, N.C., is open for business once again following Hurricane Florence. Most area attractions, restaurants, retailers and other businesses in Wilmington, Carolina ... More »

Wilmington, NC: Kim Hufham, President/CEO of the New Hanover County Tourism Development Authority, is pleased to share positive news announced today by N.C. Secretary of Commerce Anthony M. Copeland. Tourism spending by domestic visitors to the state and to New Hanover County increased in 2017, ... More »

Wilmington, NC: It’s time to show Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach some love—with our votes! Southern Living – a subsidiary of Time, Inc. – recently launched its annual “South’s Best 2019” contest whereby readers are invited to vote for their favorite Southern spots. This year’s list of nominees ... More »

Wilmington, NC: The Wilmington and Beaches Convention & Visitors Bureau [CVB] is pleased to announce that Molly Johnson, Director of Convention Sales, is the 2018 recipient of Meeting Professionals International—Carolinas Chapter [MPI-CC] prestigious Hall of Fame Award. The Hall of Fame Award ... More »