You can get to the Outer Banks in 3 hours from Richmond, VA. Many of the city’s entrepreneurs, business owners, corporate hustlers, and families make the trek to the barrier islands for an escape from…
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Nearly all my adult life, I’ve heard wonderful things about the Outer Banks. Its beaches, its lighthouses, its outdoor activities all have been described in gushing detail by friends, family, and…
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When people recommend “shopping” in the Outer Banks, often they’ll lead you to beach chairs, coolers, and sunscreen. There’s a lot more style hiding in between the bungalows and bodegas, though. A…
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Fall is the best time for events on the Outer Banks. Check out a few large events happening August through November, for a full list visit our events page. New World Festival of the Arts - August 11…
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The Outer Banks is one of the biggest small towns on the East Coast. If there’s one place in America that can have the charm and character of small seaside villages set against an enormous, untouched…
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The Outer Banks of North Carolina (often stylized as “OBX”) is known worldwide as the #1 kiteboarding destination in the USA. Additionally, the Outer Banks (and Cape Hatteras especially) boasts some…
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Dreaming of an Outer Banks getaway? While the islands are currently closed to visitors, there are plenty of ways to bring the OBX into your home. Get started with these 5 ideas: #1 Check out the…
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Salty air and cool breeze come standard at any beach town, but there isn’t anywhere quite like the Tri-villages on Hatteras Island. Located on the northernmost end of our stretch of beach, you'll find…
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“Long walks on the beach” are a dating profile cliché for a reason — few things are as serene or romantic as a leisurely stroll on a quiet strip of sand, waves nipping at your feet. While other East…
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I first learned ofThe Outer Banks (OBX) of North Carolina…
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