Outer Banks Area Information & Blog

December 23, 2021April 25, 2024

Unusual & Unique Things To Do Off The Beaten Path in The Outer Banks

Taking a vacation in the Outer Banks, North Carolina is bound to provide a fun and relaxing experience for everyone. Beyond enjoying the amazing seafood and swimming at the beach, there are plenty of other unique things to do on an Outer Banks vacation.

Home rentals and boat rentals can provide you with comfort and scenic views. Of course, you will have tons of beach access and can even find area cruises. From learning about local and national history, catching your own food, to wildlife exploration, you won’t be at a loss for some unusual things to do in the Outer Banks.

November 26, 2021April 25, 2024

The Best Breakfast Spots in Nags Head, NC

When you spend time in Nags Head, NC, you will, of course, want to indulge in some regional cuisine. After all, southerners are known for serving tasty and very filling food. With so many options in the area, you might not know where to eat or what food to have along the pier.

In the mood for a great breakfast? Nags Head restaurants often provide excellent meals in a relaxed atmosphere. If you’re hungry for a good omelet, hotcakes, or waffles, these spots are the best breakfast Nags Head restaurants.

November 26, 2021April 25, 2024

Where to Get the Best Donuts Along the Outer Banks

Donuts along the Outer Banks come from a long history of donut-greatness! It’s not surprising that people love their donuts here.

October 19, 2021April 25, 2024

Outer Banks Beach Safety Tips: What You Need To Know

Does your next vacation involve applying sunscreen as you stretch out on a beautiful barrier island, but the Maldives are too far away? Luckily, the outer banks are a stretch of barrier islands on the coast of North Carolina that eagerly host vacationers. More than 5 million visitors fill up quaint rentals in areas like the Four Seasons on these southern shores every year.

October 18, 2021April 25, 2024

Outer Banks Dolphin Tours: The Best Tour Companies

From June through October, the dolphins are smacking tales, blowing bubbles, and leaping through waves in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. That makes those months the peak season for Outer Banks dolphin tours or dolphin cruises. Dolphins are curious, sociable, and spectacular to watch from the safety of a comfortable boat while on vacation. Private or group cruises are a great way to see how they behave in their natural habitat.

August 16, 2021April 25, 2024

Celebrating Labor Day in the Outer Banks

There are few places in the United States more lovely than the Outer Banks. Vacation rentals in North Carolina are always a good idea, and when it’s over a holiday like Labor Day, life can be really nice out there.

While COVID-19 sidelined most everyone in 2020, events are slowly returning to normal as we begin to come out of that pandemic. With the Delta variant on the rise, businesses are starting to return to mask mandates, and there will be fewer events this Labor Day in the Outer Banks and everywhere else, but there will still be things to do and fun to be had.

July 20, 2021April 25, 2024

Everything You Need to Know About the Outer Banks Sea Turtles

The Outer Banks of North Carolina is known for its open shoreline, beautiful beaches, and some of its unique residents – the Outer Banks sea turtles.

July 16, 2021April 25, 2024

The Best Outer Banks Beach Hacks for Your Vacation

There’s nothing quite like a beach vacation. The wind in your hair, the sand between your toes, the sound of the waves crashing against the shore. It’s what summer dreams are made of.

One of the best beaches on the East Coast of the U.S. is Outer Banks, North Carolina. The Outer Banks is technically a string of islands just off the coast of North Carolina, but locals and travelers alike have loved this area for its gorgeous beaches.

July 9, 2021April 25, 2024

New to the Outer Banks Dining Guide

Now that COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, it is time to get (safely) back out there! Some new dining options have come to the OBX and we are here to share the news. Keep reading to be one of the first to get the scoop on the new places!

May 24, 2021April 25, 2024

Splash Around at the H2OBX Waterpark

If you live in the Outer Banks area, get ready for new and exciting fun this summer! H2OBX is North Carolina’s new themed waterpark. It is Located at 8526 Caratoke Hwy in Powells Point and features over 30 attractions! With slides, rides, splashing, and swimming, this new Outer Banks waterpark will keep you and your family busy all summer long.

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