If you’re planning a trip to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, chances are you have a healthy appreciation of all things ocean life. Namely, the wide sandy beaches, the sun on your skin, and the waves crashing in the distance that set the backdrop for epic East Coast beach days.
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Wildlife lovers and adventurous travelers who are visiting the Outer Banks of North Carolina will love a trip to the Currituck National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). Located in Corolla in the northernmost stretches of the Outer Banks, you and your family will love getting back to nature here.
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Why drive when you can fly? Though the drive into the Outer Banks is quite scenic, sometimes efficiency is best, especially for short trips.
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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 beaches of the Southern Outer Banks are ideal for a summertime (or anytime!) getaway.
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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 one.
These islands are popular for surfing, swimming, kayaking, and of course, jet skiing.
Renting jet skis while on a beach vacation is simply a must. Gliding through the Atlantic Ocean and exploring the beautiful marine wildlife is a memory you will simply never forget. This offshore excursion provides a new perspective on these wonderful islands.
From getting out on the water for a sunset cruise or running wild on the sound side, renting a jet ski is a whole lot of fun for the entire family.
Here are a few of our favorite places to rent jet skis in the Outer Banks.
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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 home and are eager to get your getaway started, we’re sure you’ll have more than your fair share of fun regardless as to where in the Outer Banks you’re staying.
Other than enjoying miniature golf, one of our favorite past times is riding go-carts. There is nothing quite like zooming past your friends and family while your heart and body are racing.
Here are a few options for riding go-karts on the island.
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When visiting the Outer Banks there is so much to see and do, you don’t want to waste any time on navigating or walking around aimlessly trying to figure out where you are wanting to visit.
Imagine heading out from your vacation home and hopping into an open air golf cart to cruise around town? Nothing quite screams beach holiday like this does!
While you could drive your car, there is no better way to really take in everything the island has to offer than renting a golf cart. Depending on where you stay on the OBX, you’ll have different options as to where you will be able to rent a golf cart.
To make things easier, we have created a list of our favorite rental companies for golf carts in the Outer Banks.
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Looking for the best condos in Kill Devil Hills? We can’t blame you! Kill Devil Hills in the Outer Banks is a great place to vacation for so many reasons.
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Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge is located in the chain of islands known as the Outer Banks barrier islands, about 10 miles south of Nags Head, North Carolina, and adjacent to the Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
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Visiting the Outer Banks at any time of the year is an awe-inspiring experience. Summer is by far the busiest period, however, and if you’re hoping to dodge the crowds and spend a bit more time soaking up the scenery without the competition, visiting the North Carolina barrier islands in the fall is more than a sensible alternative.
Once the cooler months arrive, that quintessential OBX vibe changes ever so slightly. It’s still laid-back and welcoming in every way, but it’s also cooler and somehow even more relaxed. Activities that seem distant during other times of the year become the norm during shoulder season.
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