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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Q: Where is Jacksonville located?
- A: Jacksonville is located directly adjacent to North Carolina's pristine Crystal Coast, which stretches for 86 miles between the New River and the Cape Lookout National Seashore.
- Q: How can visitors access North Carolina's best beaches?
- A: Visitors can access many of North Carolina's best beaches easily via Interstate 40 or the Intracoastal Waterway.
- Q: What is the Grand Strand?
- A: The Grand Strand is a 60-mile stretch of world-renowned beach towns, home to the lively family-friendly attractions of Myrtle Beach.
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