Sunset Beach, NC News and Events

You always want to save money, especially while planning a vacation.  We want to teach you a few tips and tricks that will help you save a few bucks while planning your beach vacation. These ideas can add up to some real savings. See how many you can implemen... View the full post »

Kids love jokes AND the beach.  What better way to pass a few minutes than to share a joke with those you love? There is definitely a sweet spot where kids start to "get" jokes.... right around age 5-6. It only gets more fun as they start to gain more knowle... View the full post »

When you sit down to plan a family vacation, where do your keystrokes first take you? Many people head right to the big third party sites. You know the ones....  Airbnb, VRBO, HomeAway, FlipKey, Trip Advisor, and others. There are times when these site... View the full post »

Expect the best, but prepare for the worst. That’s generally the most practical, if not very fun, way to go through life.  That includes vacation!Today, we will provide you with a great reference that lists our local urgent care facilities, hospitals, dentists... View the full post »

Cooking is a fun way to pass the time!  And if you love the beach, you will love these adorable recipes we found for a simple beach-themed meal at home. Every one of them is kid-tested and kid-approved, and most are simple enough for children to help assemble.&nb... View the full post »

When you vacation at Disney, you bring home a pair of Mickey Mouse ears. When you take a trip to New York City, you remember the trip with an ‘I Love NY” t-shirt. But what about a holiday at the beach? You collect seashells! Free and ripe for the picking, ou... View the full post »

Bring the beach home with easy, fun crafts anyone can do.  Stick this blog in your back pocket when you are looking to pass time with your little ones. They will love working with simple materials, working on their fine motor skills, and spending time with you. I... View the full post »

You CAN boost your health by eating the right foods! After all, it’s estimated that 70 - 80% of our immune system is actually hosted in our GI tract. It’s a complicated relationship, but by nourishing your body with the correct nutrients, you can actually help you... View the full post »

You think you know a lot about the beach?   Sure, you vacation here every year. You know how to build a killer sandcastle. You know how to find ghost crabs. You don't panic when a clump of seaweed takes your leg hostage. But we bet there is actually a lo... View the full post »

Not on vacation? It's the worst, right?  Today we will give you five great ideas to make your time at home more fun, even if weather, illness, or other unforeseen circumstances stand in your way. 1. Drop some science O... View the full post »

Have you ever wondered how waves are formed, what makes them stronger, or why the tide insists on ruining your perfectly built sand castle? We are going to explore some fun facts and trivia about waves and tides. It will make you look at the ocean in a whole new way!&n... View the full post »

Make your vacation actually feel like one by booking a home your kids will love!   If you are taking kids on vacation, you already know that it can be a little stressful. If you have babies under two years old, you might worry about steep stairs an... View the full post »

No, really!  Traveling as a family has so many tangible benefits. Although you may dream of the day you can take a much-deserved kid-free vacation, bringing the kids along benefits not only them... it's great for you, too. Today we will explore some of t... View the full post »

Sunset Beach is an official stop on the NC birding trail.  Did you know that North Carolina is home to over 440 bird species? And you can see many of them on your next Sunset Beach vacation! Sit on the deck of your Sunset Vacations rental home a... View the full post »

Think back to your last Sunset Beach vacation.  Your mind will flood with memories of the peaceful ocean, the comfortable vacation house, a great meal, a tasty bottle of wine, and watching the kids play with some ghost crabs they found under the pier. Now, o... View the full post »