Began our last morning in New Bern before making the long journey to Asheville. As we were leaving the resort, noticed one of the New Bern bears. The bear is the symbol of New Bern. Apparently some of the first settlers saw a bear as their first wide life. Also New Bern is named after Bern, Switzerland, and bern is is the Swiss word for bear. Over 50 bear statues made of fiber glass and painted to reflect the property they are located on can be found t...

Began our day separately this morning as Larry was off to play golf in the resort, while I did some exploring. Following breakfast set out on a walk through the complex. Fairfield Harbour is a large complex comprised of lovely individual private homes, as well as condos and town houses. There is a golf course to enjoy, as well as a recreation center which includes two pools, tennis courts, miniature golf, sand volleyball, as well as basketball. The Broad Cre...

Woke up this morning by the golf course as part of the Resort at Fairfield Harbour. Arrived last night a little late to explore. Seems like a cool place made up of permanent residents and guest which includes some lovely homes, as well as various types of condos and town houses. Made our way to the recreation center for some morning treats and information on activities here and places nearby. Booked a sunset sailing cruise on the Neuse River, then head...