Proactive Vacations Blog

Holden Beach Rainy Days Rain, rain, go away; here to stay, but let’s still play? What to do on Holden Beach Rainy Days: Everyone is excited for summer vacation, bags are all un-packed in the rental home, and everything is ready to hit the beach in the morning. Then, the next day brings cloudy skies and rain! Common thought is that a whole day is ruined. However, there are many...

There is nothing better than the Carolina sunshine warming your skin while you’re at the beach. You’re ready to make memories playing in the saltwater and building sand castles with the family.  The last thing on your mind is everything that could go wrong. Rip currents, jellyfish stings, and third degree burns are all things that you need to be prepared for before hitting the sand. Keep reading below to...

The Lockwood Folly River Stretching through the heart of Brunswick County you’ll find the Lockwood Folly River. Running from Supply, NC to Holden Beach, NC the Lockwood Folly is a tidal river; Draining water from the Green Swamp and emptying it into the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. As one of the most beautiful rivers in North Carolina, one boat cruise or kayaking trip down the bend might have you saying its...

Holden Beach Pet Vacation Holden Beach is an excellent vacation for you and your furry best friend. You can have fun splashing in the waves, playing fetch, and sticking your “paws” in the sand. Interested in having your very own Holden Beach pet vacation? Read below for more details and this year bring your dog with you to make it a vacation you will never forget in one of our...

Embracing the warmth of the Carolina sun at the beach is incomparable. Engaging in saltwater play and sandcastle building with loved ones fills the day with joy. Yet, amidst the bliss, it’s crucial to acknowledge potential risks. Rip currents, jellyfish stings, and sunburns are all concerns to address before hitting the sand. Discover below our top advice for recognizing and navigating rip currents at any beach destination. What are rip...

  SUMMER’S BOOKED, NOW WHAT? Now you book a vacation for Holden Beach in September! Holden Beach in September Summer is one of the busiest beach seasons around the world and vacation homes are filled early. If you are one of the many families who cant find a rental this summer, don’t worry! You can enjoy all that Holden Beach has to offer in September. The beach rental off season...

PROACTIVE Is On YouTube! As many of you may have noticed, over the past few months PROACTIVE has been working on a complete digital media overhaul. Starting with our newly designed website, and including all of our social media channels, PROACTIVE is dedicated to being the leader in Holden Beach resources, information, and news. With this in mind, we are focusing on video marketing and we are proud to announce...

2021 Live Music at Holden Beach Holden Beach summer concerts are back and The Town of Holden Beach has scheduled an exciting lineup of live music every Sunday evening from May 30th through September 5th. While The Town is still uncertain about the ability to hold concerts, as a result of altered outside occupancy limits established by the State of North Carolina, The Town will be closely monitoring these numbers...

Holden Beach Local Adventures Like any beach vacation sand, surf, and sun are to be expected. However, right in Holden Beach or with a short drive there are many more options for adventure! With these Holden Beach local adventures you can turn your beach vacation into a PLAY-cation. Check out these local locations below to help create more memories for you and your family.   Holden Golden Memory Mailbox A...