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Wilmington is a warm coastal city alive to history and alert to the future. Myriad restaurants, health clubs, and cultural goings-on make this an ideal place to vacation.

Of the many things to do in Wilmington NC, the North Carolina Azalea Festival in April attracts visitors to the warm weather and natural beauty of the Cape Fear Coast.

Wilmington is situated on the North Carolina coastline. It has a long and distinguished history, and retains the elegance of a bygone era.

Wilmington, NC is a port city in Southeastern North Carolina, and, it being of some size and in a coastal location, there are many great seafood restaurants in the town.

From pirates to Red Coats and from the Cape Fear River to the beach, there's much to see and do in the Port City.

With sunny beaches, a Civil War fort, an aquarium, a zoo and lots of outdoor recreation, the Cape Fear Coast of North Carolina is an ideal place for a family vacation.

When a beach vacation needs more than sun and sand, try an art gallery, a Cat in the Hat and a walk among flowers. Wilmington, North Carolina has them all.

Every child loves the beach, but when they've had enough of sand and sun, head inland into the heart of this popular port city for family fun with maritime flair.

A leisurely stroll along the two-mile River Walk in Historic Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina offers ample opportunity for great dining, shopping, and scenery.

Wilmington, North Carolina makes a perfect base for families with children to get outdoors and enjoy all that the coast has to offer.

Experience trains' powerful allure, first hand, in Folkston GA or relieve the history at a unique museum in Wilmington NC.

The weather might be cool in the port city of Wilmington - but things will heat up Jan 31 to February 2 when the 28th Annual NC Jazz Fest blows into town.

Wilmington, and the neighboring region, present holiday traditions from any of the four centuries in her well seasoned past.

Taking advantage of new ways to get around historic downtown Wilmington, North Carolina can make exploring the area more relaxing, more fun and even more memorable.

From downtown hotels on the river to a beach resort and suites on the ocean, Wilmington North Carolina has a variety of accommodations for a great family vacation.

Old Swedes Church in Wilmington, Delaware has three centuries of records, the earliest naming Swedish, Dutch and English families. Here are marriage records for 1755.

Location, location, location! Wilmington NC has it all - especially water. From the Atlantic Ocean to the Cape Fear river this lady is afloat with action.

Looking for a destination which will please every interest and age group? Your quest needs to include Wilmington NC's Carolina and Kure Beaches!

Old Swedes Church in Wilmington, Delaware has three centuries of records, the earliest naming Swedish, Dutch and English families. Here are marriage records from 1754

Delaware was the first state to sign the US constitution. Today, shoppers and businesses are drawn to this tax free haven.

Reggae Superstar Bob Marley spent a year in the 1960s working at the Chrysler factory, Newark, USA. The racism he witnessed helped influence the direction of his music.

Historical areas, beaches in winter, birds, boats, lights--see them all. Kids and adults can ring in the new year while experiencing the coast, minus the heat.

Henry Hudson and Lord Delaware were there earlier, but Delaware's first permanent settlement in 1638 was Swedish. Their fort was named for Sweden's Queen Christina.

Wilmington & Western Railroad in Delaware is a historic rail line that goes back 140 years. Vintage trains offer family friendly excursions to delight kids and adults.

North Carolina ghost tours offer a chance to visit old cemeteries and other sites. See some of North Carolina's scariest haunted places.

Henry Hudson discovers the Delaware River. Samuel Argall names the area Delaware for Virginia Governor Lord De La Warr. New Sweden is established.

Aiken SC, Apalachicola FL, Columbus MS, Fort Davis TX and Wilmington NC are named by the National Trust of Historic Preservation as 2008's Dozen Distinctive Destinations.

At this family owned and operated Muscadine grape vineyard, everything is done by hand, from harvesting to bottling and corking, and everybody pitches in to help.

A visit to Country Squire Winery is like taking a trip to Scotland but without the jet lag.

Armed with a vision and faith in God, the Fussell family of Duplin County have turned a little wine making business into one of the world's top wine producing companies.

North Carolina wine can be found in vineyards in the country and in boutique wineries in the city. One South Coast vintner found his grape place in busy Wilmington, NC.

Winery tours, wine tasting, gift shops, a gallery with local art and a year-round calendar of events make Silver Coast Winery a fun destination on the Carolina coast.

Located between Wilmington and Myrtle Beach, ten vineyards and wineries offer red wine, white wine, sweet wine and wine making kits within minutes of Carolina beaches.

If you are looking for a place to spend a quiet family week at the beach, Oak Island, North Carolina is a good alternative to nearby Myrtle Beach, SC.

One of the most recognized Azalea events is kicking off in style and song. Sara Evans and Michael McDonald headline this year's musical offerings.

Giving the perfect gift can be hard, especially to someone who already has everything.

Genus Rhododendron (Azaleas) blaze color in parks, private gardens and along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Immerse yourself in their glory with some regional festivals

With the economy down and no bailout money in site, big and small publishers alike are cutting their output.

February has long been designated a time to celebrate African Americans. 2007 celebrates 107 years of honoring the struggles, the glories and hopes for the future.

Michael Jordan played college basketball for UNC Chapel Hill and then went on to win six NBA Titles with the Chicago Bulls.

Mention lighthouses and North Carolina and images of the Cape Hatteras' spiraling black and white come to mind. Here are the state's other beacons.

Poverty in each of Delaware's three major cities remains significantly higher than the state's average.

Never stronger than six hundred men, they fought as grey coated leathernecks to the honor of the Corps.

East Sussex has many attractions for visitors. The Long Man of Wilmington, Rye an ancient Cinque Port, Beachy Head towers over the English Channel and Michelham Priory.

Near the bountiful waters of the Atlantic, Pleasure Island is hosting its annual Chowder cookoff on Saturday April 21st. Appetites for good fun and food needed!

Working adults often have a hard time fitting school into their busy schedules, even if pursuing a degree is important to them.

Norris Turney's greatest challenge might have come when Duke Ellington asked him to join his orchestra and play alto saxophone, filling in for Johnny Hodges.

Spirits from the other world seem to gravitate here. Is it the Spanish moss or old antebellum mansions? Southern ghost tours are varied and delightfully scary.

Daughter of freeborn abolitionists, Mary Ann Shadd was the first woman to edit a newspaper, and an outspoken integration and equality advocate.

There are many places thought to be haunted in the United States. Of the most haunted places in America, some cities have ghost tours that may reveal paranormal activity.