May 26, 2023

Can’t Miss Attractions in the Outer Banks

While the Outer Banks of North Carolina may be known for its sprawling sandy beaches, that’s not all it has to offer. Along the shores of these barrier islands, you’ll find towering lighthouses, centuries-old historical sites, stunning outdoor gardens, scenic hiking trails, and so much more.  There is no shortage of adventure
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April 6, 2023

A Visitor’s Guide to Nags Head Woods Preserve

Off the shores of the Roanoke Sound is a hidden oasis often overlooked by Outer Banks travelers. Nestled between Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head, you’ll find the secluded Nags Head Woods Preserve. This preserve is home to one of the largest remaining East Coast maritime forests in the US. This natural sanctuary offers a diverse disp
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March 21, 2023

A Visitor’s Guide toFort Raleigh National Historic Site

If you are staying at a vacation home in the Outer Banks, visiting Fort Raleigh National Historic Site in Dare County is a unique and historically rich experience. Reviews of Fort Raleigh National Historic Park on Roanoke Island are overwhelmingly positive, with many visitors praising the park’s historical significance and beauty.
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January 12, 2023

Top Things to Do in Corolla, NC

Wild horses, lighthouses, nature preserves, historic mansions — it’s all waiting during a visit to Corolla, North Carolina. This charming village at the northern end of the Outer Banks is one of the best spots to connect with nature, from birding at a national wildlife refuge to kayaking in the Currituck Sound to bouncing around on
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January 11, 2023

Roanoke Island Festival Park: A Visitor’s Guide

If you’re looking for fun things to do with the family during your vacation in the Outer Banks, you don’t want to miss a visit to the Roanoke Island Festival Park. Located across from Downtown Manteo and the Manteo Waterfront attractions, this excursion includes something for everybody. The park is near the site where some of the f
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November 24, 2022

Guide To The Southern Outer Banks

In the summertime, there’s nothing our guests love more than a day at the beach! The beauty of the Outer Banks is tied to our storied beaches. The miles of golden brown sand kissed by emerald waves are the perfect additions to a beautiful day on the North Carolina coast. For our guests here at First Flight Rentals, the secluded bea
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November 24, 2022

Guide To Outer Banks Jet Ski Rentals

One of the best things about an Outer Banks vacation is all of the fun watersports that it has to offer. OBX is full of fun things to do for those that love splashing around in the waves! If you’re a beach bum at heart, I’m sure you’ll spend more time in the sand than in your vacation rental, especially if you book a beach front on
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November 23, 2022

Outer Banks Go-Karts: Where To Go!

While the Outer Banks is known for its beautiful beaches and exciting watersports, there are plenty of things to do on the island if you are not a water fan. With a group of islands as big as the OBX in North Carolina, there is something that everyone in the family or group will love. Once you’ve settled into your vacation rental h
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November 8, 2022

20 Best Things to Do in Kitty Hawk, NC

Welcome to Kitty Hawk, an incredible small town in the heart of North Carolina’s Outer Banks. While at first glance, Kitty Hawk might seem like a quiet town with not much to do, don’t let its quaintness fool you! Although of course best known for its strip of pristine beach and marshland, Kitty Hawk has a lot more going on than you
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October 11, 2022

The Best Things to Do on Roanoke Island

While Roanoke Island is not a part of the main barrier islands of the Outer Banks, it offers plenty of great historic, natural, and entertainment opportunities for visitors year-round. Located between the Roanoke Sound and the Croatan Sound, the island is only eight miles tall and two miles wide, making it a very doable day trip fo
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