Category: Outer Banks Travel Guide

Guide to Booking the Perfect Outer Banks Vacation Rental for 2025

Booking an Outer Banks Blue vacation rental gives you access to some of the top rentals across the OBX. We offer a wide variety of beach rentals, so you’re sure to find something that suits your group size and preferences. Here are some tips on how to book the perfect Outer Banks vacation rental in 2025.

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Spring Spectacular: A Guide to Easter Events on the Outer Banks

Welcome to the Easter extravaganza in the Outer Banks! Get ready for a whirlwind of egg-citing events and festive celebrations as we dive into the holiday spirit on our picturesque shores.

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A Perfect Day in Southern Shores in the NC Outer Banks

Want to get away from it all? Check out Southern Shores. This quaint Outer Banks town is a lot less crowded than many other coastal resorts. Yet it still offers plenty of cool attractions, from pristine beaches to picturesque bike paths and more.

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Discover the New Outer Banks Arboretum and Teaching Garden

It’s been open only since 2022. But already the Outer Banks Arboretum and Teaching Garden has attracted thousands of visitors to its gorgeous 5-acre site in the heart of Kill Devil Hills. When you visit, you’ll quickly see why!

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A Perfect Day in Manteo in the NC Outer Banks

It's less than two miles square, with a year-round population right around 1,600. Yet the tiny town of Manteo is packed with fun and fascinating sights for the entire family.Named for Manteo, a Croatan Native chief who befriended the early British settlers, this Roanoke Island village is steeped in

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8 Best Beaches in the NC Outer Banks

Did you know that the NC Outer Banks have over 100 miles of shoreline? These beautiful barrier islands stretch more than 175 miles, from Corolla in the north to Cape Lookout in the south. And almost 60 percent of that area consists of a public beach.With all that shorefront to choose from, how do

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A Perfect Day in Kill Devil Hills, NC

Quick. Where did the Wright brothers launch the first powered flight of a heavier-than-air vehicle?Most people assume the brothers' legendary biplane took off from Kitty Hawk. But the actual site was Kill Devil Hills, bordering Kitty Hawk to the south. No wonder the Wright Brothers National Memorial...

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Discover Knotts Island: the Hidden Gem of the NC Outer Banks

North Carolina's Outer Banks are famous for their pristine beauty, laid-back vibe, and leisurely pace. But did you know that there's a spot in these barrier islands that's even more unspoiled than the rest?It's called Knotts Island. And it's ideal for a family day trip.Getting There Is Half the

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A Perfect Day in Kitty Hawk in the NC Outer Banks

You may associate Kitty Hawk with the Wright Brothers' famous First Flight (although that actually took place in nearby Kill Devil Hills).But there's much more to this quaint Outer Banks town than its role in aviation history. With its pristine beach, wooded coastal reserve, children's museum, and

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Relive Fabled Outer Banks History at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site

No doubt you've heard of the famous Lost Colony of Roanoke Island, NC. Founded in 1587, this ill-fated settlement was the first English colony in what is now the United States. From the outset, the intrepid settlers - numbering about 112 to 121 - faced daunting daily challenges: scarce food, wary

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