If you’re looking for small-town charm by the sea, Kure Beach is the destination for you. It offers visitors the opportunity to get away without being far from the fun offered in neighboring Carolina ...

The ranking was based on affordability, food and drink options, and a "local secret" score. Kure Beach offers a quieter alternative to busier North Carolina beaches with a median nightly price of $84.

Earlier this year, king tides and offshore storms damaged the Carolina coast, cutting away large portions of sand from the ...