Try Spotting These OBX Reptiles
We can all agree that the Outer Banks has a strong reputation for amazing natural beaches, but there’s a whole other world waiting in the woods and wetlands that line the barrier islands for 100…
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Exploring Our Protected Lands in the Outer Banks
As man-made development creeps further into our wild areas it becomes even more important to protect nature and wildlife from man’s encroachment before it’s too late. Coastal ecosystems are important…
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5 Surprising Ways OBX Celebrates Diversity
When I’m choosing a new destination, diversity is always top of mind. As a Puerto Rican female, I want to feel safe and welcomed by my surroundings. Prior to my Outer Banks trip, I had a great…
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A City Dweller’s First Time Bird Watching on the Outer Banks
I grew up in a big city, where the only birds I saw were pigeons. They’re not birds you want to watch, unless it’s to make sure they don’t steal your food. Even then, some of them look mean enough…
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Maritime History on the Outer Banks
If you’re into maritime history or just want to learn more about it, then the Outer Banks is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. As the shifting sands of these barrier islands go, so goes the…
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Generation X Travel On the Outer Banks
Generation X (born 1966 to 1980), the current sandwich generation, caring for both parents and children, has a special reason to look to the Outer Banks. Crammed into these 130 miles of coastline…
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Things To Do for Veterans & Active Duty Military on the Outer Banks
The Outer Banks has miles of uncluttered beaches, outdoor activities, and fresh caught seafood. But what you might not realize, it’s loaded with military history that begins with the Civil War. The…
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The Best Family-Friendly Restaurants on the Outer Banks
The Outer Banks — or OBX as it is affectionately known — offers a unique combination of mind-expanding historic tales and mind-rejuvenating relaxation that very few destinations come even close to…
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5 Things To Do in the Outer Banks To Make Your Family Trip Unforgettable
The Outer Banks of North Carolina knows how to make a first impression. Centuries ago, this is where English colonists first tried to make a home in the New World. In the early 20th century, two…
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Catch, Clean and Cook the Freshest Seafood on the Outer Banks
As one of the premiere coastal destinations in the United States, the Outer Banks attract tourists from all across the country seeking its famously fresh seafood. Home to one of the most biodiverse…
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