Outer Banks Blue Blog

Summer's approaching faster than you think and you know whatthat means; Long hot days at the beach! If you're like me then you can barleycontain your excitement when you think about being under the warm sun whilelistening to the sound of the waves roll onto the beach. I try to make the mostout of my...

Love theocean? Then chances are good you love water sports. And no doubt you've doneall the usual - swimming, sailing, fishing, boating. Perhaps you've also tried somewhatmore daring sports, such as surfing, kayaking, and water skiing.But haveyou checked out the latest, hottest trends - jet skiing,

Beach days before having a baby meant complete relaxation. Entire beach vacations were spent catching up on some reading while kicked back in a beach chair without a worry in the world and maybe even a drink in your hand to top it off. With a new little one in tow, planning a vacation in general is

There are some very good reasons why the Outer Banks is considered the premier destination for surfers on the East Coast. Rather than list everything, we'll just reduce it to this—with 175 miles of beach and sandbar jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean there is almost always something to

Daydreams. Childhood fantasies. Backburner wishes. These are the types of things we typically say we'll get to "one day." If you've added airborne adventures to your bucket list, this year is the time to make one or two come true in the Outer Banks of NC.You can book biplane tours, hang gliding,

The Outer Banks are a family-friendly vacation spot with something fun for all ages. From history to farm animals, water parks to sand-sculpting contests, your crowd will never forget a vacation in the Outer Banks.The Island FarmLocated on Roanoke Island, The Island Farm is a living-history museum

[caption id="attachment_2736" align="alignright" width="300"] Ryan & Rach Photography[/caption]Are you dreaming of a beach wedding? Envisioning getting married with a jaw-dropping ocean vista in the background? Want an iconic lighthouse in your photos? Large or small, formal or casual, the Outer...

Ocracoke Inlet is the oldest inlet in the Outer Banks. As an entry point for English colonists who passed through it in 1585 on their way to Roanoke Island (Manteo), it provided a safe, smooth passage. As the colony grew, Ocracoke Inlet became a thriving hub for trade. As trade and traffic

From early settlers to the birth of aviation, there's so much history in the Outer Banks that it's one of the most museum-rich areas in the country.Wright Brothers National MemorialWilbur and Orville Wright, self-taught mechanics from Dayton, Ohio, came to Kitty Hawk and changed the world when they

The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse in Buxton is an icon of the Outer Banks. Historically, the lighthouse was a lifesaver for mariners. Located on the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, the waters off the barrier islands have fast currents, which is excellent for shipping because they help vessels travel