Proactive Vacations Blog

Holden Golden Mailboxes They have no address and you can’t mail a letter from them. But Holden Beach has three mailboxes filled with poetry, memories, funny stories and letters to lost loved ones. These Holden Golden mailboxes are similar to the “Kindred Spirit” mailbox in Sunset Beach and are filled with notebooks and pens where you read the entries left by others and leave your own mark as well. Half...

Holden Beach has time and time again been rated as one the best family beaches with good reason. Holden Beach has something for everyone! Whether your family has small children, teenagers, children of the 4-legged variety or multiple generations, here are 5 reasons why Holden Beach should be your next family vacation destination. 1. Atmosphere As you cross over the bridge onto the island, it’s almost as if you are...

Everyone could use a break from time to time. When you’re ready to pack your bags and get out of town in pursuit of more scenic and exciting horizons, Holden Beach, North Carolina should be the first stop on your list! This inviting vacation destination is wonderful whether you’re looking to enjoy an immersive outdoor experience filled with recreation, or you can’t wait to kick back and relax in style....

Following the end of November, and Thanksgiving, December brings in the peak holiday season. It’s a beautiful time to spend with friends and family making memories to last a lifetime. If you were to just watch television, anywhere from sitcoms to commercials, it depicts this time of year with cold weather and snow, not to mention also busy shopping days. What if you were to make a new tradition by...

The summer season is officially over, crowds are low, and the weather is cooling off. October in Brunswick County is the perfect getaway for a calm and quiet beach vacation. Although many options are available, you’ll find one of the best family beaches on Holden Beach, NC. Located right in the middle of Brunswick County, Holden Beach offers easy access to a plethora of fall beach vacation options. Sand and...

Packing for a day at the beach, let alone a whole week at the beach, can be quite stressful. That stress can lead to thoughts about forgetting something important or not having enough of something you need. We hope to take away a bit of that stress by covering seven beach day essentials for everyone and every family! While there are many more than seven items you’ll bring to the...

June and July are the most coveted beach vacation months in Holden Beach. Kids being off from school, warm weather, and many jobs offering summer flexibility, create a rush for people to book beach vacations during this time. At PROACTIVE, many of our homes book for the following year around a year prior to the trip! So for those looking for the perfect beach vacation, but not finding that June...

Holden Beach Rainy Days Rain, rain, go away; here to stay, but let’s still play? What to do on Holden Beach Rainy Days: Everyone is excited for summer vacation, bags are all un-packed in the rental home, and everything is ready to hit the beach in the morning. Then, the next day brings cloudy skies and rain! Common thought is that a whole day is ruined. However, there are many...

Holden Beach Pet Vacation Holden Beach is an excellent vacation for you and your furry best friend. You can have fun splashing in the waves, playing fetch, and sticking your “paws” in the sand. Interested in having your very own Holden Beach pet vacation? Read below for more details and this year bring your dog with you to make it a vacation you will never forget in one of our...