Anonymous wrote:What's wrong with Marines?

Nothing at all, but I think the original poster who mentioned them made it sound like the town of EI is crawling with young men, which is not true. This is not a beach where singles come to mingle AT ALL. It's mostly large groups of families.

What's wrong with Marines?

If you dont see Marines open your eyes...you are at Cherry Point and Jacksonville

It's a great place to go with family; quiet, not too crowded. There is mini-golf, lots of regular golf close by, waterslides, an aquarium nearby, and a small number of shops and restaurants (more chain store shopping is within a 30 minute drive). Lots of people rent bikes and ride around. Emerald Isle Realty is one of the larger rental companies on the island.

I'm not sure when the PP sees a lot of Marines there; we've been going in peak season for over 20 years and I rarely see any Marines, except for the occasional helicopter that flies over the ocean.

Water at the beach is much prettier and warmer than OBX due to the Gulf Stream. The town is a wasteland, lots of marines

We go there every year! It's a big family vacation and everyone has a good time. We stay right on the beach which I think is worth the extra money. Nearby Beaufort had cute restaurants and shops for an afternoon. The aquarium is fun too. Don't know where you're coming from, but it is a long drive from DC.

I know many of you go to the Outer Banks regularly, what about Emerald Isle? Is it nice? Has anyone been and have a favorite rental they like? Is it a good family vacation spot? It was it on a tv show and the area looked pleasant but have never heard anything about it. Thanks.