Best Free Things to Do on the OBX
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…
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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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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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African American Heritage on the Outer Banks
On my most recent trip, I stepped back into the past; Black history, to be specific. Like much of the South, the Outer Banks is a region steeped in African American history. I had the honor to explore…
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