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TourismReport shows offshore drilling could be big business, but hurt fishing, tourismSubmitted by Holden Kurwicki on Tue, 04/16/2013 - 5:23pm.READ MORE: 
Fishing and tourism are two multi-million dollar industries in North Carolina, but Dr. Mike Walden's new study says there could be even more money to be made if the coastline had a slightly different view featuring drilling wells.
Full story...State conference looks at link between film and tourism industriesSubmitted by Jayne Dees on Mon, 03/11/2013 - 4:44pm.READ MORE:
Tourism is a driving force for North Carolina's economy, and the movie and TV industry is helping fuel that economic engine.
Full story...Lights, camera, tourism at the Wilmington Convention CenterSubmitted by Sarah Murphy on Sun, 03/10/2013 - 6:54pm.READ MORE:
Event makes residents into touristsSubmitted by Sarah Murphy on Sun, 03/03/2013 - 8:14pm.READ MORE: Parking fees could be on rise again in Wrightsville BeachSubmitted by StarNewsOnline.com on Thu, 01/31/2013 - 5:04pm.READ MORE: Despite already having the highest rate around, the Wrightsville Beach Board of Alderman is considering another increase in parking fees.
Full story...Beach parking in Oak Island might soon cost moneySubmitted by StarNewsOnline.com on Thu, 01/31/2013 - 5:00pm.READ MORE: Oak Island Town Manager Steve Foster knew it was a hot-button issue when he proposed the town look into charging for parking.
There is a perception it would steer visitors away from the island or impact residents negatively.
Full story...Battleship attendance best in decadeSubmitted by WWAY on Thu, 10/25/2012 - 10:14am.READ MORE: Bike paths attract bikers to Outer BanksSubmitted by Ashley Jacobs on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 7:59am.READ MORE:
Officials on the northern Outer Banks say five-foot bike paths along N.C. 12 are attracting visitors.
Full story... » Beach Business Booms at Oak IslandSubmitted by Marcy Cuevas on Mon, 09/03/2012 - 5:38pm.READ MORE:
Tourism dollars can make or break a business at the beach.
One Oak Island man took a risk and opened a restaurant in the heart of the recession. Thanks to a busy summer, that risk paid off. He's not the only one seeing dollar signs.
Full story...Battleship North Carolina expects overnight guestsSubmitted by WWAY on Wed, 08/08/2012 - 12:38pm.READ MORE: Tourism spending up in NC, Cape FearSubmitted by Chris Phillips on Tue, 08/07/2012 - 10:35pm.READ MORE:
Tourism money is good money, it is a green and giving industry that every community wants. In North Carolina tourism spending is up, here in the Cape Fear we are cashing in.
Full story...Visitors spent more in all 100 NC counties in 2011Submitted by WWAY on Tue, 08/07/2012 - 4:14pm.READ MORE: Carolina Beach Boardwalk rated among nation's bestSubmitted by WWAY on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 4:20pm.READ MORE: Mid-week holiday crowds big boost for beach businessesSubmitted by Cliff Pyron on Wed, 07/04/2012 - 4:31pm.READ MORE:
It's no secret that on Independence Day many locals and vacationers make their way to the beach. What may be surprising is how much businesses there rely on the influx of people.
Full story...Beach rentals sold out for 4th for first time since 2007Submitted by WWAY on Fri, 06/29/2012 - 5:38pm.READ MORE:
The 4th of July is just days away, and the rental home business is heating up to a level it hasn't hit in years in our area.
One real estate company that deals with homes all over New Hanover County is all rented out for the 4th.
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