Wilmington,
NC – January 2018 / Newsmaker Alert / Wilmington,
N.C. has been selected as one of TripAdvisor’s 2018 Travelers’ Choice
“Top
Destinations on the Rise – United States.” The vibrant riverfront city,
also home to three nearby island beaches, ranked third out of 10 on the
coveted TripAdvisor list that reveals the top trending spots in 2018. Wilmington
was the only North Carolina destination included in this list.
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 TripAdvisor
is a leading travel site that helps users find the latest reviews and lowest
prices. The awards, which were announced January 9, recognize 44 destinations
around the world selected by measuring year-over-year increase in positive
TripAdvisor traveler review ratings for accommodations, restaurants and
attractions, as well as an increase in search and booking interest. This
is the sixth year of the awards. Travelers’ Choice Destinations on the
Rise lists were also revealed for Europe, Asia and South America.
Known as North Carolina’s
most accessible coastal destination, Wilmington offers a scenic Riverwalk
that connects the city’s shops, cafes, museums, award-winning restaurants,
nightlife, parks, and more. Visitors come back time and time again to explore
the timeless city’s attractions and attend its variety of festivals including
Riverfest, Wilmington Beer Week, North Carolina Jazz Festival, and the
world-famous North Carolina Azalea Festival, among many more.
“Anyone familiar with Wilmington
and its Island Beaches knows it is an iconic, not-to-be-missed Southern
destination,” said Kim Hufham, President and CEO of the Wilmington and
Beaches Convention & Visitors Bureau. “We are especially elated to
be on this list as Wilmington’s riverfront is transforming and attracting
some exciting additions that we will see come to life in 2018 and beyond
– we look forward to welcoming visitors to experience our destination for
years to come.”
For more information on Wilmington
and its Island Beaches, visit WilmingtonAndBeaches.com.
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About Wilmington and
its Island Beaches
One destination and four
unique settings promise extraordinary experiences and unlimited vacation
choices in Wilmington, North Carolina and its Island Beaches. North Carolina’s
most accessible coastal destination is surrounded by water, history and
natural beauty at every turn. From a 230-plus-block National Register Historic
District, to colorful beaches|–|Carolina
Beach,
Kure
Beach and Wrightsville
Beach|–|each
destination with its own distinctive personality is the perfect connection
to see where the water takes you. For more information, go to
WilmingtonAndBeaches.com
or call 800-641-7082. Find us on Facebook at Facebook.com/CapeFearCoastNC
and Twitter and Instagram,
@WilmingtoNCoast.
Media Contact:
Wilmington
and Beaches Convention & Visitors Bureau
Connie
Nelson
Communications/PR
Director
910-332-8751
866-266-9690
ext. 120
The
New Hanover County Tourism Development Authority d/b/a Wilmington and Beaches
Convention and Visitors Bureau is the official destination marketing organization
of New Hanover County, North Carolina that stimulates economic development
through the promotion of travel and tourism. |
