New roundabout

New Roundabout in Emerald Isle

The new NC 58 roundabout is located at the Mallard Drive intersection. It is just a short ways down Emerald Drive after crossing the Emerald Isle bridge

Wake-boarding the intracoastal waterway

Wake-Boarding the Intracoastal Waterway

Wake-boarding is a fun way to get a good workout and the Intracoastal Waterway & Bogue Sound are the perfect places to give it a shot.

bluewater's 2018 photo contest, 2018 crystal coast photo contest

2018 Crystal Coast Photo Contest

Have you taken the time to enter our 2018 Crystal Coast photo contest yet? Would you like to share your Crystal Coast vacation photos for a chance to win a free vacation? Of course, you would!

Sea turtle tracker 2018

Sea Turtle Tracker 2018

It’s sea turtle season on the Crystal Coast! Keep an eye on this tracker to see how many nests and eggs are laid on our local beaches: Emerald Isle, Atlantic Beach, Indian Beach, Cape Lookout, and Fort Macon.

4th of July on the Crystal Coast

4th of July: 2018

There’s nothing like 4th of July on the Crystal Coast. Read on to learn about all of the exciting Independence Day events on the Crystal Coast.

Paddle the Crystal Coast

Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) offers an enjoyable and peaceful way to explore the waters on the Crystal Coast.

Spring cleaning for vacation rentals

Spring Cleaning for Vacation Rentals

Is your investment home ready for the season? The Bluewater Team has provided a compilation of tips and guidelines for you to follow to determine if it’s time to recycle, replace, clean, or renovate the various aspects of your vacation rental property.

St. Patrick's Day in Emerals Isle

St. Patrick’s Day in Emerald Isle

Don’t miss out on the 27th Annual Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Festival. This year’s festival will feature over 75 arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, amusement rides, face painting, and many other fun, family-oriented activities.

Snow Day on the Crystal Coast

We don’t get snow very often on the Crystal Coast, but when we do we make the most of. The white powder along the coast makes for a beautiful photo and great memories.