Whether we earn personal time off at a rate determined by our employer or we’re granted a specific amount of days off each year, we consistently leave time on the table. Those who travel report being happier in all areas of their lives, with even the act of planning a vacation contributing to overall well-being. Join MRA as we celebrate National Plan for Vacation Day and encourage everyone to plan ahead this year.
Honor the women in your life this Valentine's Day with a Galentine's Day filled with good times, laughs, some bubbly and quality time around town in Southport and Oak Island. Check out this list of fantastic ideas for your own Galentine's Day celebration!
As we ring in the New Year, many are focused on their personal development and growth. Then, all of a sudden, BAM! It's Valentine's Day. To help you plan the most romantic and special "love" day, we've compiled a list of 10 gifts and experiences for the sweetest of days!
Beyond hidden fees, there are notable disadvantages to booking your accommodation through an OTA. For one, you don't receive that locally curated, boots-on-the-ground service and insider experience that booking with a vacation rental or property management company, like Margaret Rudd & Associates (MRA) offers.
To help you make the most out of your drive from Charlotte to Oak Island, we comprised a list of some our favorite points of interest and places to take a break or grab a bite.
Getting to Oak Island from Winston-Salem area takes about 4 hours and change. With multiple highway/interstate routes to get you to beautiful Coastal Carolina, you can choose your own adventure based on your road trip preferences or you can even mix it...
Whether this will be your first winter "flying south" or you're looking to try out a new winter home for a month or so, Oak Island, NC should be on your shortlist of snowbird destinations. Not only is the weather mild...
Planning a family beach vacation can be quite overwhelming, with packing for the trip being one of the most dreaded tasks on your "to do" list.
Breathe an extra sigh of relief when planning your Southport and Oak Island vacation this year by taking advantage of our Vacation Vittles program. *Please note the ordering period for the 2022 season has closed. Be on the lookout for our 2023 program!**
The past 2 years have been the hardest the travel industry has ever faced. Lengthy closures. Record job loss. Difficulty rehiring. Uncertainty and anxiety. A life without travel and in-person connections was hard. But now, there is more reason than ever to celebrate the collective strength and promising future of the US travel and tourism industry, especially during the National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW).
