A Step-By-Step Guide

For Planning Your Romantic Escape to

Topsail Island, North Carolina

Step 1: Do your homework.

The first step in any vacation planning, romantic or not, is to do your homework. Read up on the Topsail Island area, investigate attractions and things to do, and read reviews from those who’ve been here.

Make a quick list of things you may want to see, do and explore to reference later.

Don’t forget to talk about it with your loved one (unless you’re planning a surprise getaway…). Get input on what your partner would like to do!

Step 2: Reserve your Topsail Island vacation rental.

Assuming you’ve already agreed upon the dates of your trip with your partner, choosing where to stay is pretty important. Discuss location, amenities and rental style preferences.

Peruse the vacation rental options and pick your top three. Each of you choose your favorite and compare notes.

Book it, Dano. Once you’ve come to an agreement, go ahead and reserve your Topsail Island vacation rental so you can move on to the next step in planning your romantic island escape.

Step 3: Plan your romantic adventure.

Hopefully you’ve already taken our earlier advice of doing your homework. Be willing to take charge and show initiative. Have some special activities or nights out lined up and ready to go.

Need ideas? Plan a romantic sunset walk. Make a reservation at one of our local restaurants. Have a bottle of champagne chilling and ready to go for a cozy nightcap. Pick a day to stroll Soundside Park; a picnic is not out of the question!

Topsail Island has some great local attractions. Wilmington also makes for a fabulous day trip.

Step 4: Prepare ahead to add romance and a special touch.

Think about the little things that will add that extra special touch and enhance the romantic ambiance of your stay.

Consider bringing tealights to add a romantic glow to your surroundings. Plan a romantic dinner for two where you stay in and prepare your partner’s favorite meal. Flowers always add a romantic touch, and a box of chocolate never hurts. A nice gift to honor the occasion and celebrate the trip is a sure-fire way to make it extra special.

Step 5: Just go!

Give final thought to any other details you may need to consider, like what you need to bring along with you to your vacation rental.

The Century 21 Topsail vacation rental staff is a great resource. They’re happy to be of service both during your planning and during your time on the island.

Once you’ve completed your planning and preparation, it’s time to whisk the love of your life away and enjoy the romantic adventure. Enjoy!