Graveyard of the Atlantic, Kill Devil Hills, Ghosts of The Lost Colony...these names alone make the OBX a spooky destination. The Outer Banks is hauntingly full of history that's still celebrated today with great events and sights to beware. Gather your family of ghouls & goblins and check out…
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The spirit of a classic era on the Outer Banks lives on at the Nags Head Beach Inn, that was once a popular dance hall. From its beginnings in 1934 as the Nags Head Beach Club, through the decades to the present, this building has been an iconic part of Outer Banks life and history. The inn has…
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If you’re anything like me, one mention of founding father Alexander Hamilton sends you bursting into song. I am a huge fan of the eponymous musical, one of the top five highest-grossing musicals of all time. It falls just behind Phantom of the Opera which secures the number three seat, but now that…
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Seaside destinations tend to pack tons of tourists onto overcrowded beaches, but not in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Here, more than 100 miles of open shoreline unfurl, encompassing seaside villages, laid-back towns, and wild refuges that seem farther away from it all than they actually are…
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Full of historical significance and scenic natural environments, Hatteras Island welcomes you to enjoy its many views and activities. Experience the coastline, locally-loved restaurants, and the many entertainment options. The beautiful beaches can be used to relax, enjoy extreme watersports, or…
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What is Immersive Travel Immersive or “Slow” Travel is a new take on travel that focuses on connecting with the area through its local culture, food, music, and residents. There is an emphasis on local impact, sustainability, and education throughout your venture. Outer Banks is the perfect place to…
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You're never far from history on the Outer Banks. Check out these fun and interesting facts about the Outer Banks before you visit. Northern Beaches On December 17, 1903, two brothers, Orville and Wilbur Wright, made the first successful flights in motor-driven, heavier-than-air machines…
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Our slender chain of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina, witnessed the English's first attempted settlement in the New World during the late 16th century. In 1584 on Hatteras Island the English landed with the goal of establishing a permanent presence in the Americas. Led by John White…
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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 coast before and after. We've got 3 national parks, each with their own defining significance. Here…
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Most people think World War II was fought on battlefields across Europe and on islands in the Pacific. They'd be surprised to know that one of the most violent naval battles was fought off the shores of the Outer Banks. During the Battle of the Atlantic from January through July 1942, German U-boats…
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