Kure Beach, NC -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/31/2012 -- Booking a family getaway free of work emails and a throng of people ready to break one’s peace of mind shouldn’t be so difficult. At Kure Beach, many vacationers are seeing the zeroes roll off their trip costs without losing the natural charm the coastal town is known for.

Many people find it well worth the short drive to follow U.S. 421 to its southern end and reach the last public beach on its path. Visitors to Kure Beach (http://www.visitkure.com)often choose to take advantage of spring season deals that make unwinding and reconnecting with friends and loved ones simple and easy.

Fantastic Getaway Rates
Through Feb. 9, Darlings by the Sea (http://www.darlingsbythesea.com/) offers five fabulously appointed oceanfront whirlpool suites for couples seeking romance. Make a reservation now, and the midweek rate is $129 ($20 less than the regular price), while the weekend rate has been reduced to $149 (off $30 from the regular amount). No other discounts can be applied. For more information, call1-800-383-8111 or email reservations@darlingsbythesea.com.

Hidden Treasure Inn (http://www.hiddentreasureinn.com/) lives up to its name, as this unique, four-unit inn is located on a quiet side street just two short blocks from the beach, along with the fishing pier and restaurants. Its rates start at just $100 when you book a 6-night stay minimum. Three of the four units have kitchens, linens, towels, daily maid service included in all. It includes an outdoor pool and grill located in a fenced-in yard. To make reservations, call (910) 458-3216.

Dining Delights For One And All
Whether it is a romantic rendezvous at Freddy’s Restaurant (http://www.freddieskurebeach.com/) or the traditional seafood at the Old Pier House and Big Daddy’s Restaurant (open seasonally), there are many options available to tempt one’s palate while at Kure Beach. Some locations do have reduced hours or are closed during the off¬-season, so check first before venturing out (http://bit.ly/jY4HmZ).

Marry By The Sea
The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (http://bit.ly/lQrtWG) is the perfect venue to host an enchanted wedding by the sea. Imagine your guests dining among the dart frogs, shagging with the sharks and conversing with the catfish. The aquarium is open 362 days a year and is available for rental during and after hours, accommodating up to 2,000 guests in a variety of venues or the entire aquarium.

Planning a low-key wedding? Couples come to exchange their vows at Kure Beach for the leisurely pace and natural wonders that complement a lovely ceremony and reception. The townallows weddings on the beach, without requiring a permit, making it a great choice for many couples to hold ceremonies at or near the shore. However, no chairs or tents are permitted. If you have a large guest list, be sure to review available parking and plan accordingly. Of the more than 300 free public parking spaces, only 126 are oceanfront at eight public beach access locations, but additional public parking can be found at the town hall, the town community center on 3rd Avenue, and at Joe Eakes Park, where there are such amenities as tennis courts, a basketball court, playground, picnic tables and benches, bike trail and grills. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and Fort Fisher State Historic Site also have areas available for weddings. All of these other locations are within a few blocks of the ocean (http://bit.ly/mfTdqO). If more information is needed, please call the Kure Beach Police Department at (910) 458-7586.

For more information on other escapes you can make at Kure Beach, go to http://www.visitkure.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS:
N.C. Jazz Festival
Thursday, Feb. 2-Saturday, Feb. 4 (in nearby Wilmington)

Wilmington Wine & Chocolate Festival
Friday, Feb. 3-Sunday, Feb. 5 (in nearby Wilmington)

8th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patricks Lo-Tide Run
Saturday, March 17

Kure Beach Annual Street Festival & 65th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, April 28

The N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher offers a variety of weekly programs and events.

For all event information, visit http://bit.ly/xKgnaf.

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About Kure Beach, N.C.
Kure Beach offers visitors an inviting, small-town seaside retreat on North Carolina’s beautiful coast. This naturally beautiful setting with easy access to the big attractions the area has to offer is the perfect place to bring the family year-round to unplug and unwind, enjoy a more relaxed pace and reconnect with what really matters. For more information, go to http://www.VisitKure.com or call (800) 631-1460.

Jake Potter
MMI Public Relations
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