Proactive Vacations Blog

There’s nothing better than spending a day at the beach soaking up the sun, splashing in the waves and building that amazing sand castle. What you may not realize is all that sun, sand and salt is a perfect recipe for quickly becoming dehydrated. Here are some tips for staying hydrated at the beach so you can keep collecting those shells, working on your tan and surfing the waves. Avoid...

If settling into sugar white sands and enjoying a vacation that comes with the luxury to match the moment sounds like your getaway style, then booking a stay in Our Place promises to please! This Holden Beach, North Carolina home away from home is a stylish and inviting coastal retreat that provides the view, amenities, and outdoor access to fun that guests from near and far crave when leaving the...

For some of us, our daily workout is the last thing we think of when we’re on vacation, but in Holden Beach there are plenty of opportunities to keep up your fitness routine while enjoying the beach. From outdoor bike trails, to Yoga and area gyms, there is something for everyone to enjoy a workout while you’re vacationing. Outdoor Options The Town of Holden Beach offers two instructor led fitness...

Holden Beach, North Carolina has a way with scenery, activities, and flavorful stops in between that makes it a great vacation destination for all travelers year-round. However, when you’re a couple ready to enjoy some quality time together, it’s also the perfect place to plan a romantic getaway for two. Whether you’re a couple that can’t wait to get out on the water, or a duo that prefers to stay...

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...