Quick overnight trip next weekend for out-of-towners? (Wilmington, Asheville: beach, aquarium)

[des1rees]

So, my parents are coming in for a brief visit and I want to take them somewhere overnight for a quick trip. The last time, we went to Asheville, Blowing Rock and Grandfather Mountain, so I am thinking of taking them somewhere else...
Any recommendations, anyone? The demographics of the group - 2 small boys ( 5 and 7), parents ( 60 and 58) and us ( mid 30's).
Thanks,

D

[CHTransplant]

Take them to Wilmington and see the other end of the state. The boys will enjoy touring the U.S.S. North Carolina battleship.

[des1rees]

Originally Posted by CHTransplant

Take them to Wilmington and see the other end of the state. The boys will enjoy touring the U.S.S. North Carolina battleship.

and that could be a day trip, not bad...

[leighbhe]

check out NRG recent pictures to the coast..........they will love the aquarium at fort fisher........definitely head to the beach this time. The weather there may be a bit better than here this weekend.

Leigh

[NcerfromNY]

or further down the shore you could go to the aquarium. I agree - what a great trip, we love doing that with or without visitors!