A bowl of seafood chowder, one of the best local seafood recipes.

Seafood Recipes to Make While on Vacation

Dining on fresh local seafood is just one of the many perks of visiting the Crystal Coast. If you prefer to eat-in and prepare meals yourself while on vacation, here are 8 tried-and-true seafood recipes for you to enjoy during your stay!

drinks on the crystal coast

Drinks at the Beach Itinerary

Ready for some fun with drinks at the beach? There are several great locations for you and your fellow adult friends to enjoy an adult beverage or grab a non-alcoholic beverage or coffee. We’re sharing a few suggestions, and feel free to add a few of your own. We’d love to hear from you. Drinks […]

When creating an itinerary for a rainy day at the beach, add visiting the nearby aquarium.

Rainy Day at the Beach Itinerary

There is still lots to do when it rains at the beach. Read on to see what to include on your rainy day itinerary.

Spending time on the beach is a get addition to your itinerary for kids.

Itinerary for Kids

Keep the kids happy with an itinerary full of fantastic Crystal Coast activities children of any age will enjoy.

Summer Snacks At The Pool

Easy Summer Snacks Poolside

Check out these quick pool snacks to keep you fueled all summer long. While spending time by the water these light recipes are refreshing and filling to hold you over until your next meal.

Turtle nests on Emerald Isle

Turtle Nesting on Emerald Isle

Each year along the Crystal Coast, hundreds of turtles return home to nest. Read on for tips on how you can help protect the turtles on the Crystal Coast.

Scuba Diving on the Crystal Coast

The Crystal Coast has been named one of the top dive destinations in the world, and for good reason.

Bluewater 2020 Graduation

2020 Graduates

Bluewater would like to congratulate the 2020 Graduates! Many students have missed school functions, proms graduate ceremonies, and the highlights of their end of the year. Let’s not let their hard work go unnoticed!

Fourth of July

Fireworks on the Crystal Coast!

Celebrate Independence Day on the Crystal Coast! We encouraged guests to watch fireworks from their car, boat or reasonable distance.