Travel

Flight

Wilmington, NC Airport

Wilmington Airport (ILM) is the closest airport and about 45 minutes from Oak Island and Southport.

Hotel

River Hotel of Southport

You can use the link below to book directly or call the hotel directly and let them know you are with the Riccardi Draeger wedding and the discount code is RICDRA. This relaxed waterfront hotel has beautiful views of the river and nearby lighthouses. Rooms come with little kitchens and balconies, and there's a pool, a fishing pier, and a small beach. This hotel is super close to downtown Southport and about 15 minutes from the venue. Standard double rooms are $234 per night, standard king rooms are $234 per night, deluxe double rooms are $243 per night, deluxe king rooms are $260 per night. Taxes are not included, rates are based on double occupancy and additional guests are $20 per person. Rates will be held until August 5th.

Discount Code - RICDRA

Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites Southport

You can use the link below to book directly or call the hotel directly and let them know you are with the Riccardi Draeger wedding. This hotel is close by downtown Southport and beaches, and is also about 15 minutes from the venue. Standard rooms are $139 per night plus tax and suites are $159 per night plus tax. Rates are held until August 5 and then by availability.

Discount Code - Riccardi Draeger Wedding

House Or Rental

Airbnb & Vbro

We also suggest checking out Airbnb and Vbro, which offer a variety of rentals near the venue

Travel Note

Transportation

Heads up- Ubers and Lyfts aren't really a thing in the area, so don't count on them. We will be sharing information on local shuttles and transportation options, but we definitely recommend renting a car if you want to explore the island and get around easily. Southport Cab Company 910-477-4004 is also available and promises that if they drop you off, they won't abandon you.