On a map, The Outer Banks (OBX) resembles two connecting magical coral wands extending into the waters of the Atlantic, casting a spell over every visitor to these sandswept beaches and charming…
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Quick Facts The North Carolina Ferry System will adhere to all state and federal COVID-19 guidelines. Currently, the Transportation Security Administration requires all passengers inside terminals…
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Best Place to Eat Outside with a View We head to the Outer Banks for one shared purpose: to be surrounded by the ocean’s breeze and views from all sides. Our barrier island is an escape from…
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The African American Experience of Northeast North Carolina (AAENENC) officially launched Juneteenth (Saturday, June 19, 2021) encouraging a deeper understanding and recognition for the contributions…
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Even if you’ve never been to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, you might be able to picture its most iconic scenes and characters: Horses galloping along the shore, towering black-and-white…
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Are you new to the Tidewater area, but have never crossed the border to the Outer Banks (OBX) in North Carolina? Or maybe you’re planning a vacation and trying to decide between Virginia Beach and…
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Before heading to the beach, visitors should check the daily rip currentforecast and rip current safety information. Text “Join OBXBeachConditions” to 30890 to sign up for text alerts on beach conditions. Love the Beach Respect the Ocean has worked with Current TV to produced several quick Beach Hazard PSA's…
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Sometimes traveling with teens can be tricky. They don’t want to be bored but they don’t want to be over-stimulated either. It’s a fine line for a parent. With proper planning, the entire family can…
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Attention, OBX lovers: There’s a new ride in town, but you’d better be quick. You only have until July 16 to check out the first electric, self-driving transit shuttle in a U.S. national park. How…
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Heading south down Hwy 12 through the outskirts of Nags Head, a windshield view of grassy marsh and rolling sand dunes is a pleasant surprise. It's about six miles into the Cape Hatteras National…
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