Onslow County Tourism – From the Topsail Island Treasure Coast

October 20, 2022December 7, 2022

Blessing of the Fleet – A Sneads Ferry & Topsail Island Tradition

By Pat Fontana The Capt Ben, of Sneads Ferry NC Photo by Amy Shores, Topsail Seaside Photography Every year, fishing families and boat captains gather in Sneads Ferry for a blessing. The Blessing of the Fleet has been an important part of their work and their lives for almost 25 years. Captain Billy Davis, whose family has been in the… Read More

June 7, 2022June 7, 2022

Tips for Buying and Selling in a Competitive Market

Tips For This Competitive Housing Market. By: Pat Fontana The home buying and selling environment changed significantly during the pandemic. Open houses with lots of people and refreshments have gone virtual. Often, there is actually no need and no time for an open house as a home can be sold within just a day or two after it is listed… Read More

January 17, 2022January 17, 2022

Treasures in the Greater Topsail Area

Learning and Sharing About Our Treasures The greater Topsail area is a fascinating place. We learn so much about the environment, the wildlife, and our beautiful ocean just by living here. There are also a number of area organizations that help us understand the area just a bit better. They educate residents and visitors alike on our marine life, our… Read More

December 8, 2021December 8, 2021

Onslow County Christmas Events!

The holiday spirit in Onslow County is here! Our locals and small business owners are what make it so much fun to visit our area. Check out this round-up of 21 Fun Things to Do in Onslow County throughout the month of December. We hope you join us at our local festivities and events that have become memory-making traditions! We look forward to… Read More

June 22, 2021June 23, 2021

Holly Ridge is Back on the Map!

Holly Ridge was a very small town before World War II, nestled between Hampstead and Sneads Ferry and about halfway between Wilmington and Jacksonville. Business is Booming in Holly Ridge! By: Pat Fontana When the military established Camp Davis in the heart of Holly Ridge, the population swelled to over 110,000. The military has since left the camp and the… Read More

May 25, 2021June 8, 2021

Building Boats for Topsail, North Carolina, and Beyond

Onslow Bay Boats New Facility in Holly Ridge, North Carolina What do you buy when you live in an area as beautiful as ours, and you have limited travel or vacation options given the current constraints? You buy a boat and go out on the water! That’s what Brad Knight, founder and majority owner of Onslow Bay Boats, has found… Read More

May 25, 2021June 16, 2021

The Parks of Topsail

Topsail Island and the mainland are best known for the water that surrounds us. Our area also features a number of beautiful parks. The Parks of Pender and Onslow by Pat Fontana Topsail Island and the mainland are best known for the water that surrounds us here. We enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing on Chadwick Bay, Stump Sound, the New… Read More

May 25, 2021June 7, 2021

Charter Fishing is Specktacular in Sneads Ferry

“Known for its family-friendly beaches and fresh seafood, the Topsail and mainland areas also feature some amazing opportunities for enjoying the open water while fishing under the guidance of an experienced inshore captain.“ By: Pat Fontana Capt. Brent Banks grew up on the water in Onslow County. A lifelong passion for fishing began at age 7, when he started fishing… Read More

May 25, 2021June 7, 2021

Topsail Island, Onslow County, and Treasure Realty Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week!

“From the beach to the farms, to historic waterfront towns and fishing villages, Onslow County has something to offer everyone who comes to visit. To celebrate the area and to welcome our treasured visitors, the county will celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week from May 2 to May 8. This year’s theme is the Power of Travel!“ Onslow County Welcomes… Read More

May 26, 2020May 26, 2020

Treasures of Onslow County and the Greater Topsail Island Area

Guest blogger Salem Clarke tells us about some of the treasured things to do when visiting Onslow County and the Greater Topsail Island area. Plenty to do in Onslow County by Salem Clarke, Tourism Manager for Onslow County One of the best ways to improve your mood these days is get some sunshine. In Onslow County, there are endless ways… Read More