''They have an okay selection of candies and ice cream, but that's it, the rest of it is a junk shop. It's way overpriced ($14 for 12 oz. of jellybeans I bought over the summer of 2007)....''

''The shops have an amazing selection. The staff are the friendliest!! Wish they had a web-site so I could shop there all the time!!...''

''I read some reviews online about this place and heard a lot about the fritters, so my family and I decided to check it out. DON'T order the fritters unless you like over sugared fried fruit. Although I did enjoy the omelet, and the prices were fair....''

''The owners are very friendly and knowledgeable about surfing.I traded my old board in towards a new one and am extreamly pleased with the whole transaction. They also have alot of cool cloths and skateboards available....''

''A few years ago, my family stayed here, we were driving around, and found it. The rooms really need fixed up and modernized badly. But, it was clean, and the service was excellent. The staff were friendly, and made the entire stay so enjoyable. The restaraunt is awesome. We didn't leave the whole week we were there. We are definetly coming back soon. This motel is very difficult to find on the web though....''

''This store is the best on the beach, I just love the clothes they carry and the wear so well. I come down to the beach in March and June every year and buy tons of things. I have sweatshirts that I have had for years and they still look as good as the day I bought them. I look forward to getting in there every year....''

''We live in the area! This is a wonderful place. If you visit at just the right time, the kids (or you!) can watch the staff make HOMEMADE fudge! It is very neat. They offer a variety of flavors. My favorite is the Chocolate Peanut Butter. Go visit!...''

''I thought this store was absolutely charming. I bought several items and am going to call to order some gifts for others as well. We come to Emerald Isle every year and you better believe I will be coming to this store once again. So many unique things to see, NOT the typical beach souvenir shop....''

''love this surf shop. its the best in town wouldn't go anywhere else!...''

''I was the host for 2 engagement parties this summer and they had all the supplies I needed...Customer service was great and I would highly recommend this shop!...''

''Krissy helped us with our wedding cake and it was great. She was a great help with everything and she went above and beyond our expectations. Our cake was so pretty and the had the best taste ever. It was very moist. Thank you Krissy for making our day a day to remember....''

''This gemstone shop carries all kinds of gemstones. Amethyst,citrine ,rose quartz,fossils,rare and unique gemstones and jewelry. A great place for a collector or a anyone to learn about gemstones.It is like a little musuem in the town of Newport. They created their own jewelry pieces also....''

''Cameo is the place to go for all of your dress needs. They have the greatest selection of dresses for everyone. I like how they only get one of each kind, so you don't show up matching someone else at prom. You can get your things hemmed right there in the store too. It's AMAZING....''