CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WECT) - Easter weekend is here, and there may not be anybody who's happier about it than business owners at the beach.

As thousands of tourists will be travelling to the beaches and spending money, restaurant owners in Carolina Beach are stocking up, hoping customers will walk through their doors.

Restaurant owner Debbie Whitley, of Frank's Pizza on the boardwalk, says she's already seeing more business than usual. In order to prepare, she bought twice as much food and supplies to make sure she and her staff are covered.

Whitley says she's been looking forward to this weekend for a long time, adding that this weekend, along with Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, are the best times for business.

"We've been lazy all winter," she said. "Nothing going on except for the polar plunge and the Low-Tide run. I hope everyone did well; we certainly did. But this is the official start of the tourist season."

CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WECT) - One of the most recognizable restaurants in Carolina Beach is getting a full makeover.

Tangerine, the orange-colored restaurant on Lake Park Boulevard, is now covered with a fresh coat of aquamarine paint.

Workers are putting the final touches on The Landing Bar and Grill, which will take over that location.

CAROLINA BEACH, NC (WECT) – It's almost that time again, and the countdown is on! Britt's Donuts on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, which is open seasonally each year, will soon reopen.

According to http://www.pleasureislandnc.org, the shop will reopen on Friday, March 22.