They must cover their own transportation costs-usually a few hundred dollars to hitch a bouncy, two-hour boat ride with fishermen (or more for an easy 20-minute helicopter flight). Volunteers willing to help with restoration work can join Neal at Frying Pan. government for $85,000, but he has since divested his ownership, and now runs a nonprofit tasked with its preservation and renewal. In 2010, Neal bought the tower at auction from the U.S. ( America’s women lighthouse keepers are finally being seen.) An eco-adventure like none otherįrying Pan is the only one at least somewhat accessible to the public. Just three remain standing today: Diamond Shoals Light, off the coast of North Carolina’s Cape Hatteras Chesapeake Light, marking the entrance to the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia and Frying Pan Tower. Most were first automated, and then decommissioned, left to rust in the dark until they were declared structurally unsound and eventually dismantled. Seven of these so-called “Texas Tower” lighthouses, which look similar to offshore oil rigs, were built during the 20th century at strategic locations along the East Coast. It is an intimidating yet extraordinary place, a rare chance to spend time on-and help save-one of the few structures of its kind left in the world. Neal is the 62-year-old owner and manager of Frying Pan Tower: a hulking, 80-foot-tall lighthouse 32 miles off the coast of North Carolina that’s now being restored into a high-tech marine conservation outpost and eco-adventure lodge. “I haven’t dropped anyone-yet,” Neal says with a smile, only after he’s gotten the hoist working again a few minutes later and I’ve been safely brought into the tower’s entrance. For a moment I’m stuck in midair, dangling 60 feet above the sea. “Whoops, hang on,” Richard Neal calls out calmly from the tower’s deck. Suddenly, the hoist shudders and comes to a halt. Coast Guard light station where I’ll be staying for the weekend.
A wooden plank beneath me lurches like a swing, lifting me upward, off the boat, and far above the water, towards the entrance to an old U.S. A journey through time, space, and imagination, offering you the freedom to choose your own adventure and make it as unique as the myriad of worlds it spans.“Send him up!” a fisherman says into his radio as I sit precariously on the bow of his boat, bobbing in the cold swells of the Atlantic, more than 30 miles from shore. In essence, the Eternal Inn is not just a place to stay, it's a journey. This space is designed to offer an array of experiences, some of which can also be found scattered within the different themed zones, providing guests with a taste of what the Inn offers. It hosts a variety of activities and services, serving as a social hub for guests. Culinary delights from countless realities come together, letting you embark on a gastronomic adventure that complements your multiversal exploration.Ĭentral to the Eternal Inn's structure is the Welcome Zone, a gateway that connects to all themed zones. Here, you can tantalize your taste buds with an array of dishes inspired by the zone's theme. They bring the essence of the zone alive, ensuring every moment of your stay is steeped in the spirit of the theme.Īdding to the immersive experience, each zone also boasts a grand buffet area. Crafted with an eye for detail, these themed rooms provide an immersive experience that goes beyond just a place to rest. The lobby serves as a rest space and a hub for various activities, allowing you to soak in the ambiance of the zone and engage with other explorers.Īccommodations in each zone continue the thematic journey. Within each themed zone, you will find a welcoming lobby area, a perfect blend of style and comfort that reflects the zone's character. From zones that transport you to medieval castles or the untamed wild west, to others that immerse you in futuristic cities or serene celestial landscapes, every corner of the Inn offers a new adventure. Each of these zones embodies a unique theme, providing a portal into worlds both familiar and unexplored.
The Eternal Inn is a sprawling labyrinth of wonder, designed meticulously into a multitude of themed zones.
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