Proactive Vacations Blog

Holden Golden Mailboxes They have no address and you can’t mail a letter from them. But Holden Beach has three mailboxes filled with poetry, memories, funny stories and letters to lost loved ones. These Holden Golden mailboxes are similar to the “Kindred Spirit” mailbox in Sunset Beach and are filled with notebooks and pens where you read the entries left by others and leave your own mark as well. Half...

Getting out of town and away from the hustle of daily life is a good way to regain perspective and rejuvenate the mind and body. When you’re looking for a vacation destination where you can achieve this with ease, plus incorporate tons of fun, Holden Beach, North Carolina checks every box on the list! This family-friendly vacation destination is loved by travelers from across the map looking for a place...

Holden Beach has time and time again been rated as one the best family beaches with good reason. Holden Beach has something for everyone! Whether your family has small children, teenagers, children of the 4-legged variety or multiple generations, here are 5 reasons why Holden Beach should be your next family vacation destination. 1. Atmosphere As you cross over the bridge onto the island, it’s almost as if you are...

Everyone could use a break from time to time. When you’re ready to pack your bags and get out of town in pursuit of more scenic and exciting horizons, Holden Beach, North Carolina should be the first stop on your list! This inviting vacation destination is wonderful whether you’re looking to enjoy an immersive outdoor experience filled with recreation, or you can’t wait to kick back and relax in style....

Following the end of November, and Thanksgiving, December brings in the peak holiday season. It’s a beautiful time to spend with friends and family making memories to last a lifetime. If you were to just watch television, anywhere from sitcoms to commercials, it depicts this time of year with cold weather and snow, not to mention also busy shopping days. What if you were to make a new tradition by...

The summer season is officially over, crowds are low, and the weather is cooling off. October in Brunswick County is the perfect getaway for a calm and quiet beach vacation. Although many options are available, you’ll find one of the best family beaches on Holden Beach, NC. Located right in the middle of Brunswick County, Holden Beach offers easy access to a plethora of fall beach vacation options. Sand and...

Packing for a day at the beach, let alone a whole week at the beach, can be quite stressful. That stress can lead to thoughts about forgetting something important or not having enough of something you need. We hope to take away a bit of that stress by covering seven beach day essentials for everyone and every family! While there are many more than seven items you’ll bring to the...

There are many locations you can go for a regular cup of coffee in Holden Beach. However, sometimes we want more. Nothing beats the atmosphere and menu of true Holden Beach coffee shops offering all the specialty drinks you can think of. From espresso, to iced, to smoothies and more; Holden Beach hosts two fully functioning coffee shops including Cafe Ahora and Ocean Boulevard Coffee. In this post, we will...

Holden Beach Among the Top 7 NC Beaches (According to NCTripping.com) North Carolina has many beaches to offer along it’s impressive three-hundred and twenty-two (322) mile shoreline. From highly populated and amusement-driven tourist areas to calmer more relaxing locations, the variety in NC Beaches offers a beach vacation for any style of vacationer. If you’re reading this, then the more relaxing option is likely your preferred vacation of choice. Keep...