{"id":29,"date":"2026-05-12T21:36:14","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T21:36:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/durhammovinghub.com\/?p=29"},"modified":"2026-05-12T21:36:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T21:36:14","slug":"this-town-on-ncs-crystal-coast-is-among-top-us-travel-spots-worldatlas-says","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/durhammovinghub.com\/?p=29","title":{"rendered":"This town on NC\u2019s Crystal Coast is among top US travel spots, WorldAtlas says"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"summary\">AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsobserver.com\/news\/nation-world\/national\/article280707640.html\">Read our AI Policy.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>A scenic town on North Carolina\u2019s Crystal Coast has been recognized as one of <b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldatlas.com\/cities\/14-small-towns-on-the-atlantic-coast-that-were-ranked-among-us-favorites-53907.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">14 favorite small towns on the Atlantic Coast<\/a><\/b>, according to WorldAtlas.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/durhammovinghub.com\/?p=27\">If a copperhead bites your dog, here\u2019s what NC veterinarians say you should do<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Beaufort, North Carolina<\/b>, is known for its serene waterfronts, 18th-century architecture and fishing adventures, making it a top pick for travelers seeking a coastal getaway. Its \u201crich maritime history\u201d is also a major draw.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe North Carolina Maritime Museum (in Beaufort) holds artifacts from Blackbeard\u2019s flagship, Queen Anne\u2019s Revenge, which ran aground a few miles offshore at Beaufort Inlet in 1718,\u201d WorldAtlas reported. \u201cThe wreck was located in 1996 and is still being excavated.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The town of <a href=\"https:\/\/data.census.gov\/all?q=Beaufort+town%2C+North+Carolina\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">around 4,500 residents<\/a> is no stranger to the national spotlight. Travel + Leisure once crowned Beaufort as \u201cAmerica\u2019s Favorite Town.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>More recently, USA Today ranked it among the nation\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsobserver.com\/news\/state\/north-carolina\/article315585583.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">10 Best Coastal Small Towns<\/a> in 2026, highlighting its \u201cexceptional waterfront dining,\u201d sailing excursions and year-round arts and culture festivals.<\/p>\n<p>The quaint seaside town was established in 1709 and is third-oldest town in North Carolina.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOriginally a fishing village and port of safety dating from the late 1600s, Beaufort has been visited by patriots, privateers, merchants, and skilled craftsmen who built Bahamian and West Indian-style homes and public buildings,\u201d the town\u2019s website says.<\/p>\n<p>If museums and water activities aren\u2019t your thing, Beaufort is also home to an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurants-g48947-Beaufort_North_Carolina.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">array of acclaimed eateries<\/a>, boutiques and art galleries to explore.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/durhammovinghub.com\/?p=25\">How much say will the public have in WakeMed and Atrium merger? What comes next.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Other noteworthy sites and attractions include:<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s the full list of favorite small towns on the Atlantic Coast, according to WorldAtlas:<\/p>\n<p>Southern Living recently recognized <b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/charlottefive\/c5-travel\/article314818481.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">Sunset Beach<\/a><\/b> for its white sand and crystal clear waters, as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/charlottefive\/c5-travel\/article314773511.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">Boone as the one place in North Carolina everyone should visit.<\/a> The latter earned high praise for its \u201coutdoor adventures, rich history, walkable downtown, nearby High Country attractions, upgraded lodging and diverse dining scene.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The magazine also recognized <b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/charlottefive\/c5-travel\/article314905537.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">Calabash<\/a><\/b>, a town in the Outer Banks known as the \u201cseafood capital of the world.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Last year, <b>Oak Island<\/b>, <b>Hatteras Island<\/b>, <b>Topsail Beach<\/b>, <b>Ocracoke<\/b>, <b>Duck<\/b>, <b>Beaufort<\/b>, <b>Emerald Isle<\/b>, <b>Nags Head<\/b> and <b>Wrightsville Beach<\/b> landed on Southern Living\u2019s list of 50 best beach towns in the South, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/charlottefive\/c5-travel\/article302385389.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\"><u>The Charlotte Observer reported<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><i>This was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunherald.com\/news\/local\/article315602761.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">inspired by a story<\/a> reported by the Biloxi Sun Herald.<\/i> <i>Portions of this story were also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/charlottefive\/c5-travel\/article315016848.html\" rel=\"Follow\" target=\"_blank\">previously published<\/a> in The Charlotte Observer.<\/i><\/p>\n<p class=\"summary gray\">This story was originally published <span class=\"inline-block\">May 12, 2026 at 4:04 PM<!-- --><\/span><span> with the headline <a class=\"origin-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.charlotteobserver.com\/charlottefive\/c5-travel\/article315722648.html\"> &#8220;This town on NC\u2019s Crystal Coast is among top US travel spots, WorldAtlas says.&#8221; <\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/durhammovinghub.com\/?p=23\">Duke Energy rate-increase hearing postponed over missed scheduling deadline<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Beaufort, North Carolina was named a favorite small coastal town by World Atlas. 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