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It’s How I Wilmington

ByJay M

It’s been a few weeks since I have posted. Well, that is because there is a new “It’s How I” that has just launched! Welcome, It’s How I Wilmington!

Nothing changes here as It’s How I Wilmington is dedicated to my home, Wilmington, North Carolina. I still travel and still have so many stories to share of past adventures. I am, however, learning and uncovering so much at home that I want to share. I wrote an entire series here on Wilmington, and that got me thinking that while that has great value, continuing to share what the Port City has to offer needs its own dedicated place for those looking for those stories and information.

It’s simple:

It’s How I Travel = my love for travel and doing what I can to help everyone discover authentic travel, and how a decade of constant movement transformed my entire worldview.

It’s How I Wilmington = my love for my home in Wilmington, North Carolina, all it has to offer, and why, after years of authentic travel and seeking kindness, diversity, and love, I chose the Port City, North Carolina’s coastal city.

White W in a circle above a wavy line, next to ITS HOW I WILMINGTON with WILMINGTON in bold purple, highlighting the vibrant spirit of Wilmington. Below, gray text reads, Powered by Its How I Travel®, all on a dark background.

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