Outer Banks Blue's Blog

The Worrell 1000 is Back!

Today marks a date that many local sailors and thrill seekers didn’t think they would see again. “2019 Worrell 1000 Reunion Race” catamaran sailboat race started this morning in Hollywood Beach, Florida after a 17 year absence. The race is named as it is because of the approximate 1000 mile course it travels. READ MORE

Memory Monday 4/29/19 Fishing and Memories

We’ve had a great few weeks of weather and festivities on the Outer Banks. Today is cooler than it has been recently, but it is expected to be in the 80 degree range for the rest of the week. A good week to go fishing! READ MORE

Family Time – Memory Monday 4/15/19

So Happy Tax Day! Ugh. Yep, this Memory Monday happens to be the day that no one looks forward to. The day we have to file our taxes, but we hope filing taxes brings you a tax refund that you can plan on using for a family vacation! READ MORE

The Flamingo Ladies – Memory Monday 4/8/19

Greetings from the Outer Banks on this glorious Monday morning. Temperatures are in the 70’s today with overnight lows just getting into the 60’s. Yes, spring is definitely in full swing and we are loving it. The weather makes us look forward to the start of pool season, and of course hanging out with our inflatable flamingo floats. READ MORE

A Guide to 4×4 Carova, Outer Banks, NC (aka Corolla 4×4)

Corolla is one of the most popular North Carolina beaches for one special reason: the 4×4 area, slightly to the north, known as Carova! If you have a vehicle equipped to take advantage of this opportunity I would highly recommend it as part of your Outer Banks vacation experience. Enjoy the sunshine, play in the waves, and possibly see the famous wild horses! READ MORE

Jeeps on the Beach – Memory Monday 4/1/19

Good morning, and Happy April Fools day! Be on guard from any practical jokers trying to get you on this day of creativity. Today is a good day to go and drive Jeeps on the beach. READ MORE

Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse: A Hidden Gem of the Outer Banks

Have you ever been to Manteo?

If you’ve visited this quaint island town in the NC Outer Banks, you may have noticed a picturesque structure at the end of a wooden pier just east of the downtown area. It’s the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse… and it’s unlike any tower-style lighthouse you’ve ever seen. READ MORE

Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve: A Wildlife Wonderland

Longing to connect with nature? Visit Kitty Hawk Woods Coastal Reserve in the NC Outer Banks. Bordered by US 158 to the east and Currituck Sound to the west, it’s a tranquil hidden oasis covering some 1,824 acres of unspoiled natural beauty. READ MORE

How To Survive Long Days At the Beach

Summer’s approaching faster than you think and you know what that means; Long hot days at the beach! If you’re like me then you can barley contain your excitement when you think about being under the warm sun while listening to the sound of the waves roll onto the beach. I try to make the most out of my days at the beach. I clear my whole schedule and plan on staying from late morning until the evening. Long beach days like this take a lot out of you and many people couldn’t imagine staying that long. But for all the people that love beach days as much as I do here is how to survive a long day on the beach! READ MORE

Kick Back – Memory Monday 3/4/19

Greetings from a crisp and breezy Outer Banks on this Monday morning. March has definitely rolled in like a lion here on the beach with cool temperatures and brisk overnight breezes. Definitely not a day to kick back and enjoy the beach from a favorite chair. READ MORE