May 15, 2018

The Best Beaches Near Rodanthe To Enjoy!

The tiny community of Rodanthe NC is large in peaceful surroundings, quiet places to relax and isolated beaches. Visitors to this area aren’t looking for sands filled with beach umbrellas, sunbathers and volleyball nets. These visitors are looking for a place to kick off their flip-flops and wade in the shallows of the waters
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March 28, 2018

Where To Get Groceries On Your Visit: Outer Banks Grocery Stores

A trip to our Outer Banks of North Carolina is a true getaway; leaving the worries in the rearview, one highway connects our barrier islands to the rest of North Carolina. NC Highway 12, known as the “Outer Banks Scenic Byway”, connects these islands, stretching from Corolla in the north, then south to Cape Hatteras, an
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February 27, 2018

Metal Detecting Laws Outer Banks: Explore The Beach Legally

Photo credit: John W. via Flickr CC2.0 The beaches in the Outer Banks are often filled with early-morning walkers wearing earphones and sweeping a metal detector back and forth to find coins, jewelry, and other things left behind by ancient travelers and current vacationers alike. If you are going to spend some of your time here
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February 20, 2018

Outer Banks Beach Access Points You Can Visit

The Outer Banks of North Carolina is truly a special place to visit! The Outer Banks offer miles of sandy beaches and ocean views in nearly every direction you look. If you are looking to enjoy the simple pleasure of just going to the beach while on your trip here, here is a list of the top Outer Banks beaches and their access poin
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November 22, 2017

Seafood Markets Along The Outer Banks: Where To Get Fresh Seafood

Visitors to the Outer Banks enjoy the simple pleasures of island life – fishing, playing in the surf, and riding bikes. The Outer Banks are where families come together to relax and refresh and savor some of the freshest seafood on the eastern seaboard. Popular dishes like steamer buckets, clam bakes, shrimp and grits, and c
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October 28, 2017

Outer Banks Water Clarity - When Does It Change?

“Everything about” the Outer Banks, rhapsodized writer Anne Siddons, “had the ring and taste and feel of utter rightness to me.” And for decades, visitors have expressed similar sentiments about North Carolina’s humbly stylish archipelago wreathed by crystalline waters.   Outer Banks Water Clari
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September 25, 2017

Outer Banks Open Container & Alcohol Laws You Need To Know

Photo Credit: TamKamprom Note: information in this post is up to date as of September 2017. Laws tend to change, call if you have any questions.   What You Need to Know If you are planning a visit to the Outer Banks get ready to get out and have some fun! You heard that you can enjoy your favorite alcoholic bev
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June 20, 2017

Visit The New Dowdy Park In Nags Head

Located between South Croatan Highway and Bonnett Street, the Dowdy Park is a new space that is built to offer recreational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. Inside this 5-acre park visitors and locals can exercise, practice sports, have picnics with friends, or let their kids have a ball on the playground. Dowdy
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May 23, 2017

Summer 2017 Additions Around The Outer Banks

The Outer Banks barrier islands of North Carolina are a popular holiday destination due to their miles of pristine beaches, state parks, and diving sites. The laid-back atmosphere makes it recommendable for a relaxing vacation. Summer is almost here and tourists will be making their way to the Outer Banks for vacations in the sun.
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