Duck, North Carolina, is a charming beach town with a year-round population of approximately 742 residents, which swells to around 20,000 during the summer months due to its popularity among ...

Here is a look at towns currently welcoming visitors, according to Visit North Carolina. Take a look at Visit NC's interactive map for the full list.

At number 46 is Topsail Beach. Along with Surf City and North Topsail Beach, this retreat is one of three towns that make up the 26-mile-long Topsail Island, writes Southern Living.