The cool thing about the Outer Banks is there are so many local makers and small businesses where you can find a unique gift for everyone on your list all while supporting someone’s dream! Keep reading for gift ideas and shop local on the Outer Banks this holiday season. Swell Ceramics Melanie Westheiden is an Outer Banks local from Nags Head. She creates stunning, Outer Banks inspired pottery including mugs,...
Humans are 60% water and we need water and sunshine to survive! We’re pretty much just houseplants with more complicated emotions. If you’re needing a reason to book a trip to the Outer Banks, here’s one: it’s literally good for your health! Being on the beach and in the sun (with sunscreen of course) is extremely beneficial to your overall mental and physical health! See the reasons below! 1 //...
The Outer Banks of North Carolina is gorgeous. The beaches are stunning, the locals are friendly, and the food is out of this world. The one thing no one tells you? You’ll become addicted to this little chain of islands and you’ll always want to come back. If you can say “yeah, I do that” to these 10 signs, you might just be an OBX addict. 1 // You countdown...
Father’s Day is right around the corner and if you can’t give dad the gift of an Outer Banks vacation, give him a gift handmade from the OBX! From locally distilled rum to sea salt straight from the beaches of the Outer Banks, get dad a gift as unique and as special as he is this year! To enlarge the image, just click on it! Trying to find more...
Summer is here! It’s time to pack up the car, get the family together, and head to the beach! Although beach days can be fun, they can be stressful if you aren’t a seasoned pro (especially if you have little ones). Don’t worry, we’ve got the best beach hacks for you and your family to have the best summer ever! Just Throw It In The Bag Backpacks and bags like...
If you’ve ever seen a ghost crab, you know where they get their name. They’re small and white and are pretty hard to spot during the day. Here’s how to hunt ghost crabs on your next Outer Banks vacation! Just don’t poke, prod, or attempt to harm them. They’re still an important part of the Outer Banks’ ecosystem and they will try to poke you back! Wear Darker Clothing + Stay...
If you didn’t know, the Outer Banks opened up the coolest, wildest, and splashiest water park last summer! H2OBX is the premier OBX water park that’s perfect for the whole family. Opening day this year falls on May 26th and we can’t wait! We’ve come up with the ultimate guide for navigating through H2OBX! From the thrill seekers in your crew to the ones that just need to relax, get...
After a long winter, warmer weather is finally coming soon! If you’re anything like us, we’ve been dreaming of warm days lounging on the beach and hanging out at some of our favorite OBX spots. Start making plans to check out some of the best local hangout spots on the Outer Banks! Whether you’re looking for kid friendly fun, or some adult downtime, this is the ultimate guide for you!...
Christmas is officially two weeks away! Christmas shopping can be a stressful job. You want to find the perfect gift but you also don’t want it to be thoughtless and un-orignial. If you have an Outer Banks lover in your life, why not get them a gift from their favorite place? Support local businesses and put a smile on the faces of your friends and family this year! We’ve come...
Fall means cozy sweaters, hot coffee, changing leaves, and bonfires of course! What could be better than a bonfire on the beaches of the Outer Banks?! Our Perfect Outer Banks Bonfire Guide will help you have a safe, fun bonfire for all to enjoy this fall season. 1. Know The Rules Bonfires are not permitted in Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, and Kill Devil Hills. In Nags Head, bonfires...
