Wheel of Fun Surrey Rides, Carolina Beach, NC

Our trip to Wrightsville Beach and Wilmington, North Carolina was so full of fun.  There are so many fun activities and eateries there.  Of course, the Beaches alone will keep you busy.  However, check out our Surrey Ride Fun at Wheel of Fun Rentals Carolina Beach, North Carolina! 

We were smitten! 

Yes! We let the Tigers Drive the Surrey on the Real Roads! :) 

Wheel of Fun Rentals in Carolina Beach, North Carolina.  They were so helpful and friendly. 

Rentals were simple and just needed a Driver's License and payment for the desired rental. 

See the Tigers DROVE :) us to the Lake! On a real road! :)  It was so fun!

It even rained a little and we were adventuresome and kept going. 

And guess what! It was a lot of leg work.  It was perfect because we did our 

Surrey Ride work out after the awesome lunch at Michael's Seafood! 

Oh the fond memories of our ride together!  Don't judge my little map grasped tightly in my hands. Even though we let the boys drive, Mama wanted to know where we were going! :) 

Reserve your Surrey Ride Today: 

Wheel of Fun Rentals 

(910) 458-4545

Call to book your party or special event. 

107 Carolina Beach Avenue North

Carolina Beach, NC 28428

Have you ridden a Surrey?  Let us know if you try it out.  It's a whole lot of fun! 

Warmly, 

Carolina Mama 

FTC Disclosure: Wilmington Convention and Visitor's Bureau and Wheel of Fun hosted our trip. Opinions are all our own. We love it! 

Michael's Seafood Restaurant Carolina Beach, NC

After our fabulous excursion at the NC Aquarium Fort Fisher, we were starving.  And the perfect recommendation was just that - perfect!  We had a late lunch at Michael's Seafood Restaurant known for their World Famous Chowder!  Yes, it is so famous, you can order it from their site and they ship any where in the world! 

Michael's Seafood  *Voted "Restaurant of the Year" but he Wilmington Chamber of Commerce.

There was a steady drizzling rain as we left the Aquarium so when we arrived at Michael's, it put you in the mood for the Chowder. It was all that and totally lived up to its name!  We LOVED it!  this is a perfect meal spot after visiting the NC Aquarium! :)

You see the boys were excited to be there with their NC Aquarium Friends, "Sandy" and "Rocky," their sharks!

We got a little more Aquarium action in the restaurant.  The boys 

had fun checking out the 4 or 5 aquariums in the restaurant!

Without further ado, here is a real shot of me enjoying the world-famous 

Michael's Seafood Chowder!  

Oh man, this was awesome!  Honestly, I could have made a meal of a bowl of this! 

Captain M's Seafood Chowder wins 1st place in the 2011
Great Chowder Cook Off, seafood chowder division!

The Salad was awesome with the Chowder.  I loved the sun dried tomatoes and 

Spinach. It was fresh and cold. And abundant, I shared it with my Auntie. :) 

This photo is half a portion and I had a couple bites already.

The Tigers, yes, they LOVED this vacation.  They got to order what they wanted. Okay, I 

will admit, I did not make them get seafood. I just played the Good Mom :) and let them 

get Pizza again!  They worked out so hard and swam so much, so they were fine. 

This Chocolate Sushi made my day!  How fun is this!  It was similar to a Mounds.  :)

Chocolate and Sweet Coconut - you cannot go wrong. This was a light, sweet treat

commence our meal. 

Warmly,  Carolina Mama

FTC Disclosure: Michael's Seafood Restaurant hosted our visit along with the Wilmington Convention and Visitor's Bureau. Opinions are all my own. Thank you for hosting us, y'all.  We'll be back! 

Five Ways To "Unplug" At Kure Beach, North Carolina

Five Ways To “Unplug” At Kure Beach, N.C.

Families, Visitors Find A Destination That’s A Little Less Hectic

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Great News Post Hurricane Irene: 

We are Open! The recent storm has come and gone, and Wilmington, North Carolina's Historic River District and the Island Beaches of Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Wrightsville Beach are ready for a great Labor Day holiday. If you have a trip planned for the near future, please contact your accommodations directly to confirm that they are ready for your arrival. We look forward to your visit! For a free official visitors guide, please contact us toll-free at 1-800-641-7082 or email visit@capefearcoast.com. 

KURE BEACH, N.C – Visitors to Kure Beach (http://www.visitkure.com) often search for relaxing activities that make life move at a relaxed, steady pace. They are in luck – North Carolina’s small wonder delights vacationers and families looking for a coastal getaway with its uncrowded beach, unpretentious small-town atmosphere, charm and serenity.

Here are five unique ways that beachgoers may choose to unplug and unwind during the final weeks of summer while visiting Kure Beach.

Kure’s Beautiful Birds Bird watching enthusiasts and casual observers find much to appreciate about Kure Beach and its wonderful natural surroundings. Visitors might take a leisurely stroll through three sites along the North Carolina Birding Trail, which links great bird watching sites with communities, businesses and other local historical and educational attractions. Kure Beach’s three N.C. Birding Trail sites include the Fort Fisher State Historic Site, Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Popular birds indigenous to the area include gulls, pelicans and warblers (http://bit.ly/q6jZY0).

Delicious, Classic Dining Kure Beach’s fresh, local seafood and other treats keep visitors and families coming back year after year. Many people choose to kick back after a long day in the sun with a meal at Big Daddy’s, Jack Mackerel’s Island Grill or Freddie’s Oceanside Grill (http://bit.ly/kFhNW8). These great eateries offer food with a family-friendly atmosphere.

Fort Fisher Family Time A great, carefree family destination for many is the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, which features more than 2,500 animals on display, touch pools, daily live presentations and feedings, and dialogues with divers in a large ocean tank. While you’re there, be sure to check out the new, interactive Megalodon shark exhibit (http://bit.ly/ldliNN). Others might stop by the Fort Fisher State Historic Site to witness Civil War history – and occasionally catch the old cannons in action.

Pier Without Pressure The oldest fishing pier on the Atlantic Coast offers superior views of the beach and ocean, and is a great spot for both fishing and laid-back people watching (http://bit.ly/qamU3T). The Kure Beach Fishing Pier offers history, scenery and family fun without any hustle or bustle.

Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry Fun Take a ride on the Southport-Fort Fisher Ferry for a popular and fun family day trip (http://bit.ly/ldliNN). Get a great view of the water and see seabirds in flight – don’t forget to take a camera!

Kure Beach on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KureBeachNC Kure Beach on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/KureBeachNC

ABOUT KURE BEACH, N.C.: Kure Beach, part of North Carolina’s coast, offers a chance for visitors to unplug from the world in a wonderfully natural, small-town beach community unlike any other. Home to a wide assortment of activities and adventures for people of all ages, the pace at Kure Beach allows vacationers and beachgoers to reconnect with what really matters. For more information, go to http://www.visitkure.com or call (800) 631-1460.  Martin Armes (919) 608-7260 Jake Potter MMI Public Relations (919) 233-6600 jake@mmipublicrelations.com http://twitter.com/mmipr http://www.mmipublicrelations.com

Podcast with Dean Lambeth, Mayor of Kure Beach, N.C.: http://bit.ly/nCSvzi

Surf's Up!  This is clearly great news after the earthquake and hurricane in North Carolina this week!  Are you heading to the beach any time soon?!


Warmly, Carolina Mama