Writing about music introduces me to acts performing in the Wilmington area. While it’s fun, avid curiosity and work research leads me down the rabbit hole to more new bands. It’s the same when traveling. I seek out music, whether it’s visits to Kauai, Chicago, or Saluda, N.C. I’m interested in local music produced and live shows, and I ask about local bands in record shops. It’s about the discovery.
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With Halloween just around the corner we asked John Hirchak, local ghost lore expert, author and tour owner, why Wilmington is one of the "most haunted cities in the South."...
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Selecting your next vacation destination can be a difficult task when faced with choosing between a trip to experience the excitement of city life or more laid-back beach vibes, especially when traveling with family or friends and trying to appease multiple vacation wish lists. So why choose just one?
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A “craft” cocktail is made with care, often using hand-made ingredients like fresh-squeezed juices, bitters (born of the centuries-old medicinal/apothecary tradition), and a little extra flair, like muddling fresh herbs, or garnishing with a flaming twist.
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Looking for an unforgettable vacation that won’t break the bank? Adventure to Wilmington for a variety of free and affordable things to see and do, from historic tours to nature hikes, summer concerts and Hollywood filming sites.
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With more direct flights to Wilmington International Airport (ILM), visitors can easily access Wilmington’s historic charm and endless adventure.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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