| Sitting along the coast of North Carolina, Beaufort is an | | | | course, there are charters available that extend further |
| ideal place to get away from it all if your dream | | | | offshore, and these are perfect for those who want |
| vacation entails plenty of sand and water with just a | | | | to catch Spanish mackeral, king mackeral, dolphin, or |
| hint of intrigue and mystery. Not to be confused with | | | | bottom fish in the summer. |
| its namesake in South Carolina, this oceanfront | | | | If you want to explore at your own leisure, consider a |
| paradise is perfect for a long, relaxing weekend | | | | self-guided kayak tour that allows you to search those |
| getaway or as a jumping point into the always popular | | | | areas that interest you the most. If you are not |
| Outer Banks. So pack your bags and get ready for | | | | comfortable blazing your own path, there are also |
| some fun in the sun in coastal North Carolina. | | | | tours available that are led by professional guides. |
| Before diving into the multitude of water activities, an | | | | After all your offshore activity, throw a towel in the |
| excellent way to get acquainted with the area is | | | | sand and relax to the sounds of the waves creeping |
| through a boat tour that takes you to the Cape | | | | up the sand. There is plenty of sun to catch, and the |
| Lookout National Seashore and other surrounding | | | | water is perfect for wading when you need to cool |
| islands. The seashore is comprised of three | | | | off your increasingly warm skin. |
| underdeveloped islands, North Core Banks, South Core | | | | Beaufort's distinct history makes for some interesting, |
| Banks and Shackleford Banks, that may appear | | | | can't-miss attractions that you will likely never forget. |
| secluded and sparse upon first glance, but which offer | | | | Throughout the 18th century, many pirates and |
| an array of historical and natural features that are ripe | | | | captains built houses along the coast, settling |
| for exploration. Catch a glimpse of dolphins, wild ponies, | | | | themselves in cities like Beaufort. The legendary figure |
| and numerous birds aboard one of the many vessels | | | | Blackbeard was one such figure, whose home, |
| that offer eco-tours out of Beaufort for a rewarding | | | | Hammock House, can be toured by visitors looking to |
| and memorable experience as you begin your | | | | hear terrifying tales of murderous pirates. Adding to |
| Beaufort vacation. | | | | Blackbeard's lore, the ship that was destroyed in his |
| Perfect for beginners or experts, a snorkeling or scuba | | | | final battle, Queen Anne's Revenge, was discovered in |
| diving adventure is a great way to view the | | | | 1996, prompting even more visitors to come for the |
| spectacular marine life that exists off the coast. | | | | historical intrigue of the area. |
| Whether you have been scuba diving for years or are | | | | When planning your vacation to Beaufort, North |
| trying to learn the basics, there are readily available | | | | Carolina, you will need to find accommodations that |
| companies that offer lessons and show you the best | | | | allow you to enjoy all the beauty and wonder this area |
| locations to explore. However, remember to book your | | | | has to offer. For convenience and amenities that you |
| water excursion in advance since it is a popular activity | | | | usually surrender when traveling to a far off |
| for visitors to the area. | | | | destination, consider a Beaufort vacation rental for |
| No trip to the coast is complete without climbing | | | | your next trip. You can stay along the shores of the |
| aboard a fishing charter to reel in a big one. If are | | | | ocean and relax as the waves crash into the beach |
| traveling with children and want them to experience | | | | while you drink your morning coffee on the porch. This |
| offshore fishing, an excellent option is fishing in the | | | | is your time to truly escape from it all, so make the |
| inland waters off the crystal coast. Inland fishing means | | | | most of it by staying in accommodations that make it |
| calmer waters, preventing the sea sickness that | | | | easy to forget all the stress you have left behind. |
| deters many individuals from venturing out to sea, so | | | | has the most comprehensive selection of vacation |
| anyone who has ever desired to fish can try for trout, | | | | rental homes on the Internet. For an alternative lodging |
| black sea bass, flounder, croakers, and many other | | | | option, consider Beaufort vacation rentals for your |
| varieties without worrying about queasiness. Of | | | | next trip to Coastal North Carolina. |