North Carolina Coast Host, a 501(c) (06) Non-Profit group, is a membership marketing organization in eastern North Carolina that promotes this region as the preferred vacation destination of the southeastern United States. Our membership includes destination marketing associations, chambers of commerce, attractions, festivals, accommodations, historic sites and other tourism related businesses located east of North Carolina I-95 to the Atlantic Ocean. North Carolina Coast Host collectively identifies and pursues common tourism common goals by collaboratively sharing ideas and results.
Our mission is to increase economic growth by promoting travel and tourism in the coastal region east of the NC I-95 corridor. North Carolina Coast Host provides marketing, educational, and advocacy opportunities, along with professional development, to its members.
Membership Levels
Active Membership
$350 annually
$150 annually for CVBs, TDAs with a budget under $50,000 per year
Any CVB/TDA, tourism-related business or individual located in Eastern North Carolina. Active members are entitled to all organizational benefits, may vote and hold office. Membership also includes free registration for one individual to the annual meeting.
Festival Membership
$350 annually
Festivals will receive a rotating inside static ad, mentions in the social media blog and listing on the events calendar.
Media Partner Membership
$250 annually
For media-related businesses that offer a co-op advertising opportunities for members.