The Holden Beach pier building has been demolished after standing for more than 70 years. The building and pier had been closed to the public since 2022 due to concerns over a lack of repairs. Holden ...

Getty Images/iStockphoto So, how did other North Carolina destinations fare? Topsail Beach ranks No. 12 and Holden Beach is No. 28 on the list. Nationwide, the top-ranked destination was Avila ...