Kim, Author at Wilmington NC - coastalnc-wilmington.com

Santa’s in Wilmington!

There was a Santa spotting in Wilmington today!

We believe the big guy is here soaking up a little sunshine and relaxing before the big day. Rumor has it that he brought a few of the reindeer and Mrs. Claus too, but he left the elves back at the North Pole to finish up preparations.

So don’t be surprised this year if there’s a little bit of sand in your stocking, it’s hard to leave the beach without it!

Keep an eye out for Santa this week in Wilmington and have a Merry Christmas!

Easter Weekend Special

Bring the whole family for a tropical island escape, closer than you think! The Winds Resort is an intimate, oceanfront island resort surrounded by palms, bananas and hibiscus flowers ideal for families of all sizes. The Winds has oceanfront rooms, suites and 4-6 bedroom Resort Cottages. The resort also features three pools (one indoor heated ), complimentary hot breakfast buffet, and an oceanfront poolside Tiki Bar and Restaurant.

Stay 3 Nights and Receive the 4th Night FREE! Rates From $117.50

Valid Dates: 04/17/2014 – 04/21/2014

The Easter Bunny is Coming to The Winds!

Saturday, April 19th marks The Wind’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt! The Easter Bunny is busy hiding his eggs all over the Fun Court at The Winds and he’ll be there to officiate the hunt! At 1:00 p.m. kids ages 2 – 10 can bring their Easter baskets and join the hunt for fun, games and prizes.

This is great fun for the whole family. Parents and grandparents will love watching the excitement as the children hunt for Easter eggs and play games!

Click Here to Book this Package!

Offer is not valid on existing reservations and may not be combined with other packages or offers.

Island Escape Package

Island Escape Package at The Winds Resort Beach Club on nearby Ocean Isle Beach NC

Come enjoy North Carolina’s coast at its best! The warm days of summer are here and nothing says summer like a beach vacation. Come soak up some of the best we have to offer including a tour of a local winery, great beach dining, and best of all great days spent in the sun/sand!

This Package is for two people for two nights and is valid seven days a week.

October 1st through February 28, 2015 the package rate is from $213.00 for two people

Island Escape Package Includes:

Two night’s accommodations*
A bottle of Champagne or Sparkling Cider
Tour the Silver Coast Winery with a wine tasting
Dinner for two at your choice of: Sharky’s Waterfront Restaurant or Roberto’s Italian Ristorante
Hot Southern Breakfast Buffet for two each morning
Free Water Aerobic classes
Complimentary bikes to explore the island
Discounts to area restaurants and shops

*Accommodations Are: Two people in an oceanfront Jasmine Guest Room, Wisteria Mini Suite, Azalea Petite Suite or an Island View Camellia Guest Room.

Click Here to Book This Package

Please call 800.334.3581 to make your restaurant reservation and schedule your winery tour at least 5 days prior to your arrival. Roberto’s Italian Ristorante is available Monday through Saturday.

Locally Filmed “Tammy” Opens July 3rd!

The North Carolina filmed comedy Tammy opens nationwide in theaters July 3rd. Filmed in Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender counties, the feature stars Melissa McCarthy as a down on her luck fast food worker who hits the road with her profane, hard-drinking grandmother, played by Susan Sarandon, after losing her job and finding out her husband has been unfaithful.

Tammy filmed in locations including The Grille in Shallotte, Two Women Cooking Over a Pot in Wilmington, as well as several homes, and also filmed part of the film on a lake in Boiling Spring Lakes.

Production on Tammy lasted more than 140 days in 2013. The feature film spent more than $14.5 million in North Carolina while creating in excess of 375 job opportunities.

Tammy was one of more than 60 productions that registered with the N.C. Film Office in 2013 that resulted in having an economic impact in excess of $243 million while creating more than 4,000 well-paying job crew positions, and nearly 25,000 total job opportunities during the course of a record-high 5,700+ production days in 2013.

Island Kayak Adventure Package

Island Kayak Adventure Package at The Winds Resort Beach Club on nearby Ocean Isle Beach NC!

Kayaking the serene salt marshes of the Intracoastal Waterway is truly an unforgettable experience. Let us introduce you to a whole new rarely seen world of undisturbed wetlands and native wildlife. This pristine marsh is with out a doubt one of North Carolina’s priceless hidden gems.

Rates:
From $383.00 per person 3/14/14 – 6/6/14
From $589.00 per person 6/7/14 – 8/8/14
From $509.00 per person 8/9/14 – 9/1/14
From $453.00 per person 9/2/14 – 9/30/14
From $339.00 per person 10/1/14 – 11/30/14

Arrival Days: Any day of week.
Length of Stay: 2 night’s min. / 14 night’s max.

This Package Includes:

Two night’s accommodations in an oceanfront Jasmine Guest Room, Wisteria Mini Suite, Azalea Petite Suite, Hibiscus Single Suite, or an Island View Camellia Guest Room
Welcome basket for each room
Three hour kayak tour of the Intracoastal Waterway
Dinner for two at your choice of: Sharky’s Waterfront Restaurant or Roberto’s Ristorante
Complimentary bikes to explore the island
Hot Southern Breakfast Buffet for two each morning
Free Aqua Zumba and Water Aerobic classes
Discounts to area restaurants and shop

Click Here to Book this Package

Package is based on double occupancy and is subject to advance reservations and availability. Please call 1.800.334.3581 to schedule your kayak tour and dinner reservations at least 3 days before your arrival

New Years Eve Celebration Package

What better way to bring in the New Year than to wiggle your toes in the sand and bring in the New Year by the sea at The Winds Resort in Ocean Isle Beach! Bring your party shoes and join us for an unforgettable New Year with an amazing package price starting at just $198!

Valid Dates: 12/30/2013 – 01/02/2014

Length of Stay: 2 nights min. / 3 nights max.

Package Includes:

2 night’s in your choice of oceanfront or island view accommodations with a 12 pm check-out.
Hot Southern Breakfast Buffet each day.
A bottle of Champagne or Sparkling Cider.
New Years Celebration at Sharky’s Waterfront Restaurant: Bring in the New Year as the Shark drops from a three story crane at Jimmy Buffett’s favorite nightlife spot on Ocean Isle Beach. A Prime Rib Dinner will be served including garlic smashed potatoes with asparagus. Live entertainment featuring “Bailout” will kick the party off at 8 pm and will be playing till 2 am! As always owner Ray Harris will be making his traditional toast to the New Year at 12:01 am.
Complimentary bikes to explore the island.
Discounts to area restaurants and shops.

Please call 1.800.334.3581 to book your restaurant reservation no later than three days prior to your arrival. Price based on double occupancy.