Climb Bodie Island Lighthouse
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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12 on 12 | Iconic Stops Along Highway 12 on the Outer Banks
Windows down, sun-kissed and sandy, you’re cruising the Outer Banks looking for your next adventure. Surfing? Beach time? Catch the view from the top of a lighthouse? Follow Highway 12 and you’ll find…
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Vacation Houses for Small Groups
By Charles McCool in partnership with the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau The OBX quickly becomes part of your household lingo if you make a move to the mid-Atlantic or grow up on the East Coast. When…
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Tips for Bird Watching on the Outer Banks
Birds...the original aviators that inspired Orville and Wilbur Wright. The Outer Banks is a haven for nearly 400 species of birds and a sort of heaven for those who enjoy observing them. Bird…
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4 Big Little Facts About the Outer Banks
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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Why You Should Drive to the Outer Banks in 2021
Lots of questions go into planning a getaway these days. How do I get there? Where do I stay? How can I enjoy the destination safely? You’ll find these answers on the 100-mile, wide-open barrier…
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The Attractions Of Island Life
You made it here! Congratulations, you’re about to have an amazing time on the Outer Banks. Whether you had beaches on the brain, or stuffing down some fresh seafood, once you get your bearings we’d…
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Historical Spots Along the OBX You May Not Know About
The Outer Banks has a fascinating story to share, from the first English settlement in what would become America, to the Wright Brother’s development of powered flight, and the wars that raged off our…
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Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails In The Outer Banks
We know the beach and all the great food deserve their spotlight, but did you know there are some awesome trails to explore along the Outer Banks? And if you brought the whole family along for the…
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A Guide to Remote Working in the Outer Banks
The 9-to-5 office-based grind seems like a distant memory for many of us now. The change up may be permanent. We have all learned we can accomplish so much with the simplest of tools at our…
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