When brothers Orville and Wilbur Wright captured the attention of our 8-year-old son, Sean, my husband and I decided to plan our first family trip to the Outer Banks. Although the beaches, Jockey's Ridge and other Outer Banks sites would be included in the itinerary, the Wright Brothers National…
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You may be wondering why America’s tallest lighthouse is still encased in scaffolding. As with any renovation, you never know what’s concealed beneath the surface, and removing bricks at the Cape Hatteras lighthouse has surely revealed a few hidden surprises. Nonetheless, real progress is still…
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Oh-so often the highlights of a destination come with a hefty dip into your wallet. Quite the opposite is true on the Outer Banks—that gorgeous 130-mile strip of barrier island off North Carolina’s Atlantic coast—where that old adage that “the best things in life are free” rings true. We found…
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2025 marks a year of celebration on the Outer Banks, as many local renowned restaurants, adored destinations, and outstanding organizations are celebrating momentous milestones. Whether it be a 20th or 250th anniversary, the longevity of these community-oriented groups is a testament to their…
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As far as coastal destinations go, the Outer Banks of North Carolina has an incredible history with inspiring settings and beautiful backdrops for daydreaming. From the birth of a nation to the birth of aviation, the Outer Banks has played a key role in the history and charm of North Carolina, the…
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Never underestimate the power of a full moon. Especially in May. Any soft-shell crabber worth his salt will have his peeler pots set with some fine-looking Jimmies tucked in well before that silvery white orb rises in all its glory. Long-time local crabber and fisherman Tucker Walker knows the…
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The Outer Banks are chock full of locally owned businesses — many owned and operated by women. These women and their businesses are a vital part of the area’s unique history and culture. Whether you’re commemorating Women’s History Month or supporting women-owned businesses in the area, be sure to…
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The African American Experience of Northeast North Carolina (AAENENC) encourages a deeper understanding and recognition for the contributions of the Black community in one of America’s most history-rich corridors. The new self-guided discovery starts online at NCBlackHeritageTour.com and connects…
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Netflix's show Outer Banks has been renewed for a 4th season starting October 10, 2024. In case you hadn’t heard, the new “Outer Banks ” Netflix show, based on actual east coast barrier islands, has gained popularity around the world. The show while not filmed in the OBX, is based on adventure…
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The Outer Banks of North Carolina has a reputation of being the Graveyard of the Atlantic, and there are estimates approaching 2,000 shipwrecks along the islands, going back to the first English…
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