Salt and Sand Blog

Do you fancy yourself a history buff or looking for a fun yet educational adventure during your stay on Oak Island? We highly recommend checking out the Old Brunswick County Jail Museum in Southport! It’s one of the best historical sites to add to your vacation itinerary in the Cape Fear region. And, if you love Sissy Spacek and classic films, this is a must-do during your time here! The...

Southport is a quaint coastal town in North Carolina right down the road from Oak Island that offers picturesque maritime landscapes, numerous historical sites to explore, incredible restaurants, and countless local events and shopping options! Needless to say, it’s definitely worth taking a day (or a few) to explore what’s been dubbed “America’s Happiest Seaside Town” by Coastal Living Magazine” during your visit to OKI. You may even be surprised...

Are you looking for a day out with your family and friends to discover the North Carolina coast? The Fort Fisher Aquarium is a place where all ages can enjoy themselves! It is educational and fun for the littles, with lots to see and do for the adults as well. For those of you staying on Oak Island, it’s about an hour’s drive away. But, we recommend taking the 35-minute...

If you love lighthouses or are looking for the top things on OKI, we highly recommend visiting the Oak Island Lighthouse! Located in the Town of Caswell Beach, the lighthouse grounds are open year-round for viewing and picture taking, with limited 30-minute parking provided at the tower’s base from sunrise until sunset. There are also two tours that will take you inside to explore the interior — with one that...