Searching For Sunsets in the Outer Banks

The Outer Banks is widely known for its amazing surf, history of the first flight, and much more. After spending a long day on the beach playing in the sand, walking the boardwalk, or just exploring all the OBX has to offer, you can relax and unwind by taking in the beautiful sunset. Of course one of the most breathtaking views on the island is watching the sunset over the Atlantic ocean. With so many options of places to see the sunset for spectacular views, it’s hard to just choose one. However, if you are visiting the Outer Banks for a few days, try out seeing a sunset from a different spot each day, you won’t be disappointed. Here are a few of our favorite places to see the most beautiful sunset on the island.

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Nags Head Things To Do

The Outer Banks brings in thousands of visitors each year due to its beautiful beaches and breathtaking view. The island getaway is not only a great place to escape to when you’re in need of a vacation, but it’s also a perfect place to come if you are interested in history. The island has several historical landmarks as well as museums that history buffs will love. With so many different areas to explore, it can be overwhelming. However, we have made a list of our favorite things to do and attractions to visit in the Nags Head area. 

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Fishing in Hatteras, NC: A Complete Guide

Fishing in Hatteras,
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As you plan your visit to the Hatteras area in the Outer Banks, you should understand what makes Hatteras such a legendary location for anglers to catch amazing fish. This guide will take you from a beginner to fishing in Hatteras to a knowledgeable expert about it. You should fully understand the details of fishing here and what kind of fish you can expect to catch while here. Also, you want to know the different seasons for the fish.

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Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Nags Head

The Outer Banks is a group of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina. Hundreds of thousands of people visit each year to experience the wonderful island life that is filled with fun, laughter, and lots of sunshine. There are several different areas on the island such as Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Manteo, Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon Buxton, Frisco, Ocracoke, and Hatteras Island.  Deciding where to visit and what to do can be difficult. However, some areas have more to offer for kids than others. A crowd favorite to visit when traveling with kids is Nags Head. WE have put together a list of our favorite things to do with kids in Nags Head. 

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Guide To Your Outer Banks Christmas

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There is something quite special about celebrating the holidays, especially on an island. The Outer Banks is the perfect place to spend Christmas and maybe even New Years’. The Island celebrates what they call “OBXmas Weekends”. Each weekend, starting on Thanksgiving through Olde Christmas, January 6, you can take part in over a month of holiday activities and fun for the entire family.

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Outer Banks Day Trips: Explore Coastal North Carolina

The Outer Banks offers over 200 miles of golden sand and the Atlantic Ocean. Though it may seem like a small chain of barrier islands, don’t be fooled. You can make a whole day trip from visiting one of the four different islands apart from the OBX. From Corolla, Duck, Nags Head, Kitty Hawk, Hatteras Island, and Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina offers a variety of activities to do and places to visit. So if you are planning a vacation to the Outerbanks, consider taking a day trip to explore the history and culture of the island. Here are a few of our favorite places to visit.

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2020 Thanksgiving Guide In The Outer Banks

Outer Banks Thanksgiving

With so much to celebrate during this holiday season, the last thing you want to worry about on vacation is where you will spend Thanksgiving dinner. If cooking doesn’t feel like a vacation, then don’t worry, there are several places in the Outer Banks that remain open for Thanksgiving dinner. From Thanksgiving buffets to fine dining, we have created a list of all of the open Outer Banks restaurants on Thanksgiving.

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Guide To The Best Outer Banks Restaurants

One of the best things about going on vacation is being able to experience all of the local restaurants in the area. Finding what an area is known for like Italian, seafood, comfort food is the perfect way to find the best restaurants in the area. The Outer Banks and all of the surrounding barrier islands have so many different unique cuisine options you won’t want to miss out on. To make sure you don’t miss out on anything when visiting the OBX, we created a list of our favorite restaurants and eateries around the area.

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Shipwrecks In Hatteras That You Have To See!

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Our Outer Banks of North Carolina are a favorite destination of tens of thousands of guests every year. Our guests love dipping their toes in the salty water, playing fun games like miniature golf and checking out all the historic sites and museums in the area. AND – if you’re a history buff, or if you fancy yourself a coastal explorer, you can also discover some legendary shipwrecks! The area right outside the Southern Outer Banks goes by the nickname of The Graveyard of the Atlantic because of the sheer number of shipwrecks that have occurred there. Experts believe there may be as many as 1,000 ships just off of the North Carolina coast along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore – and some believe this number may be even higher.

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