The Central Region is proud of its traditions and place in history. From East to West you will find stately homes, beautiful beaches, dynamic art scenes, annual festivals, year-round outdoor recreation and incredible natural beauty just waiting to be discovered.
For visitors to northeastern North Carolina, there are endless opportunities to explore historic sites, experience vibrant southern culture and participate in abundant ecotourism activities. Whether you want to spend a day immersed in colonial history, exploring the coast or paddling a canoe through black-water marshes, you can find it here.
This region has an incredibly diverse heritage. Numerous historic sites, festivals, arts and attractions offer cultural insights to the area, while our beaches, rivers and lakes combine with several fine golf courses to provide countless recreational opportunities. Explore and restore in Coast Host’s Southern Region!
There is undoubtedly something special about Eastern North Carolina. Stretching almost 300 miles is a place lined with diverse offerings. This site is divided into three coastal geographic regions – Northern, Central and Southern.

Explore each region by using the interactive map to the left or simply choose a specific interest.

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Welcome to the North Carolina Coast where our host of travel organizations are here to help you plan your visit to one of the most popular vacation destinations in the southeast.

Plan your trip around one of our great seasonal celebrations! Search a complete listing of events, festivals, tours, performances and more.
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