May 7th through the 13th will mark the 40th anniversary of NTTW. This year we celebrate how integral travel is to every industry and everything we do, especially in a popular travel destination like the Southport and Oak Island areas. Our recovery is the nation's recovery, and travel is essential to a future of growth and innovation.
Join the vacation and holiday rental industry in celebrating the 4th annual Vacation Rental Week!
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.
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!
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.
As temperatures drop in the northern U.S., the days are shorter, and more time is spent indoors, Coastal Carolina is experiencing milder temperatures and weather. Average highs around Thanksgiving and Christmas range from 59°F to 65°F, with lows varying from 42°F to 47°F. Beautiful beaches and...
You know summer is winding down when Labor Day comes knocking at the door. It's a great time to squeeze in one last beach vacation. Labor Day weekend along the Oak Island beaches and Southport officially marks the end of the summer and the busiest...
