We do use Active
Captain, but also try cruisersnet.net and the waterwayguide.com a whole lot. We live and
cruise the NC coast and all above reference guides
work very well.
Def Stop in Oriental NC,
anchor or slip...and go to M&M's or Silo's for lunch or dinner.
Morehead City Yacht Basin and walk to RuddyDucks, or
Beaufort Town Docks ('spensive) and Front Street
Grill. Beach House Marina in Surf City and walk to Bubba's on the beach for Oysters! Carolina Beach at Joyner Marina... haven't found a fav restaurant yet, but getting ready to test that out. Don't miss Southport Marina and the town of Southport on the south side of the Cape Fear.
Have Fun!!