Croatan National Forest

This coastal national forest contains 159,000

New Bern/Craven County CVC

Birthplace of Pepsi

On this spot in his pharmacy, Caleb Bradham invented "Brad's Drink" which later he patented as Pepsi-Cola. Today, you can relax and enjoy a Pepsi-Cola at the recreated soda fountain.

Hampton Inn New Bern

Free breakfast bar, complimentary coffee and tea 24 hours a day, complimentary copy of USA Today Monday through Friday, free local phone calls, free in-room movie channel, in-room coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Special discounts for AARP &

The Emerald Golf Club

Home of the Curtis Strange Shrine Golf Classic. Site of 1992 and 1993 PGA Tour Qualifying School. Championship (6,924 yards, 73.8 rating, 129 slope); Back (71.8 rating, 124 slope); Middle (6,123 yards, 69.9 rating, 120 slope); Forward (4,813 yards, 68.2 rating, 114 slope); 18 holes, par 72;