Right on the island, there is mini golf, home made ice cream, museums, turtle watching, concert venue (near the mini golf) with free concerts every week in the summer. Every town around has a "nightly" concert and it's all free! Just bring a chair and enjoy yourself. Go next door to Sunset Beach and turn right as you get onto the beach - about a mile down on the right (in a sand dune) is The Kindred Spirit Mail Box - have you read Nicholas Sparks book? It's about this unique spot. Look in the mail box for journals/diaries. It really is unique! Sunset Beach also has a planetarium that's fun for the kid in you or for the kids! During the summer, lots of Farmer's/Craft Markets in both towns. But if the beach is calling you, answer and enjoy!