Is Ocean Isle Beach expensive?

Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina's cost of living is 23% higher than the national average.



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Ocean Isle Beach is the Perfect Vacation Destination Family friendly, white sand beaches with lots of restaurants, local attractions, events, and outdoor activities for everyone, Ocean Isle is the perfect destination for everyone.

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Ocean Isle Beach is just the right size to let you avoid the crowds, yet allow for spirited living. It's one of the North Carolina barrier islands known as the Brunswick Islands, where you will find more beach for your blanket.

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There is no public consumption or serving of alcohol in public within town limits. This even includes the inside of parked vehicles. If you're planning to drink, please do so at one of Ocean Isle Beach's quaint bars or restaurants. Glass containers aren't allowed anywhere on the beach strand.

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The total cost of housing, food, child care, transportation, health care, taxes, and other necessities for a single adult in Ocean Isle Beach is $41,030 a year — greater than the annual cost of living for North Carolina of $38,661 and greater than the national figure of $38,433.

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Ocean Isle Beach is a small town located on the southeastern coast of North Carolina. It is known for its beautiful white sand beaches, family-friendly atmosphere, and wide variety of activities. The town offers many attractions such as golf courses, fishing charters, water sports rentals, and nature trails.

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Passengers are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages on or off a vessel except for beverages that they are transporting as personal baggage in unopened containers, which may not be opened while the vessel is underway.

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It's one of the North Carolina barrier islands known as the Brunswick Islands, where you will find more beach for your blanket. Because Ocean Isle Beach stretches for seven miles in an unusual east-west direction, sunrises and sunsets are amazingly dramatic.

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The annual beach water quality report by the National Resources Defense Council found that North Carolina beaches are among the cleanest in the country. The latest report of testing shows Ocean Isle Beach's water to be among the cleanest in the country! Good news for swimmers (and parents).

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Ocean Isle Beach Parking is paid at the Ocean Isle Pier for $10 daily, $45 weekly and $175 seasonally. It's free after 6 p.m. There is also a private-owned lot that charges fees, but is not operated by the town.

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The nearest airport to Ocean Isle Beach is Myrtle Beach (MYR) Airport which is 32.3 miles away. Other nearby airports include Wilmington (ILM) (39.4 miles) and Charleston (CHS) (116.9 miles).

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No cabanas, tents, and awnings are allowed on the beach at Ocean Isle. Umbrellas that employ a single pole in the ground, infant pop up tents, and single-pole, wind-powered sunshades (shibumi shades) are permissible, though not within 25 feet of the dunes.

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Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages can be brought and consumed on board the ferry. Due to state law, alcoholic beverages that are not purchased on board the ferry cannot be consumed on the ferry. Please see our current COVID-19 rules related to masking.

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Foot passengers cannot transport firearms, ammunition or any other item considered to be a dangerous weapon, such as bows and arrows, knives (including chef's knives) swords etc, on board our vessels.

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The Duty Free Store typically opens halfway through each sailing. The Purser will announce the opening and closing of the store. Purchase allowances vary by country.

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With ideal wind patterns, gentle waves and serene surf, the location of Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina makes for an amazing coastline that provides those who love to explore the waves unbeatable opportunities to make the most of water sports.

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Nantucket beats out Italian and French coasts for world's priciest beach destination, travel magazine claims. NANTUCKET - Nantucket has been named the most expensive beach destination in the world, according to a recent survey by TravelMag.com. The publication had a particular way of coming up with its ranking.

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