JW Portrait Studio is amazing!…read more The studio itself is top-notch. The outside building is deceiving. I was confused. But you are greeted with beautiful photos in print, canvas, and metal once you enter the building. And everything is created on-sight, in the back of the office. The JW staff are friendly professionals in every sense. They welcome all into their studio and they strive to create an inclusive environment. The photo shoot was intense. The actual photoshoot was scheduled 30-days ahead allowing us to prepare. Jeff and his crew did everything they could to ease our nerves. The dressing room was private and clean. The session was expertly planned, allowing us to take photos in the studio, outside the studio, and at our local gym. The final photos were breathtaking. The photos looked so good, it was difficult selecting 25-30 photos from the 100 taken in the photoshoot. You will want ALL of the photos!!! Price.... The prices were fair considering what you get. In 2000, I paid $2k for wedding photos, a leather-bound photo album, and several small prints. We cherish those photos to this day. JW Portrait Studio's products and services are well-priced for the quality of work they provide. My best advice is to (1) Be ready to be wowed, (2) have the bravery to select only the best photos, and (3) printed photos are a snapshot in time that will be priceless 30-years from now.

Our experience with Jeff was nothing short of remarkable. If your time is valuable and your…read morecaptured moments are precious to you and your family, this is the road best traveled. If you are looking for a Shutterfly experience, Jeff is not your guy. We were initially brought in to get a tour of the studio and a full understanding of what his capability set looked like. We were impressed by the depth and breadth of his artistic capability and state of the art equipment. We then attended a well-planned out timely photo shoot as a family both in the studio and by the water. The last step was a casual meeting over coffee in a beautiful office where we selected our packages and placed the final order. Jeff charges a premium comparable to other artist in his league for his service. The value Jeff brings, far out ways the investment. If you are looking for a polished publisher quality memory, call him today.

Marissa was amazing to work with! She helped me plan the surprise proposal and made sure everything…read morewent smoothly. On the day of, she was super helpful and made sure the moment was captured perfectly. The photos came out incredible--she really nailed every detail. If you need a photographer who's talented, professional, and easy to work with, Marissa is the one to go with!

Everything went perfect, communication was great and the planning was everything we imaginedread more

Everything was perfect for my 2 little girls. We will definitely be back ASAP!…read more From start to finish my little girls was just smiling from ear to ear i mean I NEVER EVER seen them This happy!

Great! I had my birthday there it was awsome!every thing was great! Photos! Stuffing bears! Awsome!…read moreI recommend this place if you're looking for a birthday spa place or a spa for you're kid! This right here is the place you need! Instant 5 stars!

Loved the retro decor. Owner went above and beyond with his hospitality…read more Can't beat the price for the view.

Was literally left out in the rain. Can't say anything about the accommodations as we never made it…read moreinside. Room was booked for weeks and confirmed with credit card. When our party of 4 arrived (2 adults & 2 children) the door was locked at 7pm and after multiple phone calls that no one returned we were forced to go to another hotel. Even after more calls for 3 days not one response. Thanks for nothing By the way place completely run down with ash trays and butts all over and the parking lot floods. They did a nice job in the photos making it look presentable.

My suggestion, do not waste your money. I will say, the staff was nice. All games were $1.00…read moreeach-with no refunds clearly listed. After $30 we only won 674 tickets. Enough for 3 cheap items that you could find at the dollar store. Laser tag was fun, but we had to exchange guns four times as they kept malfunctioning. Over all, it was entertaining for an hour and a half, but not worth the $100 spent.

Went last sunday and Guns kept glitching. The boy helping us with our game was vaping and my son…read morehas asthma. staff is rude in general, girl at the front had an annoyed type of attitude (Please don't work in customer service if you're not good with customers) and always on their phones. Seemed like an inconvenience to even bother them. Also arena is very unsafe so please be careful and watch out for sharp corners and sand on the ground that may cause you to slip. Spoke to someone about my concerns and they just say "ok" and went back to watching tiktoks.

10 out of 10 amazing experience. We plan to do this next beach trip. I recommend this for friends,…read morecouples, or even a person who just loves art and fun. Nancy did a wonderful job getting everyone setup and making sure our mixtures were done to our liking for our final projects.

Always have the best time here! Alex and Mo are amazing!!! I hope next time we have them again!read more

Coastal Passages was our vacation hero for our third camping trip to Bear Island. We were in a…read morepinch having planned a trip outside of peak season, when the Hammocks Beach State Park ferry isn't a daily operation. Though we looked into a few different options, we knew Coastal Passages would be the right fit after a quick phone conversation. Captain Seth was welcoming, friendly, and incredibly accommodating and for people who are easily motion sick, the ride was smooth and beautiful. Thanks to Coastal Passages, we have photos and memories that we'll cherish for a lifetime and he even pointed us toward our next adventure. Next time we're in the area, we're looking forward to trying one of their tours!

We had an outstanding time out on the water with Capt. Seth in Swansboro. From the moment we…read morestepped on the boat, you could tell everything was first-class. His boat is easily one of the nicest out there. Spotless, comfortable, and set up perfectly for a day of exploring and shark tooth hunting. The shark tooth hunting was incredible. We came back with some amazing finds and way more than we expected. Capt. Seth really knows the area and took the time to show us what to look for and how to spot the good ones. His background speaks for itself. Being prior Coast Guard and now a professional teacher, it really shows in how he runs the trip. He's very humble, but his experience and confidence on the water are obvious, and we felt safe the entire time. What really stood out to us was how great he was with the kids. He's a natural teacher, patient and engaging, and made sure everyone was involved and having fun. It never felt rushed, and he made the whole experience enjoyable for both adults and kids. If you're looking for a fun, educational, and memorable day on the water around Swansboro, this is absolutely worth doing. We'd book again without hesitation.

Had a blast! The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. We were very pleased with the…read moreexperience. I would recommend it for a family day trip, a day out with friends, or even a weekend getaway. Life jackets available. You can also bring your stroller onto the boat, which is very convenient for parents. Attached photos of our relaxing day adventure.

Great staff, Affordable, and good times!!!! Definitely, one of the things to do during this summer…read moreand get out onto to the water.