Outer Banks Blue Blog


Flying Pirate Half Marathon a GREAT Time!

Flying Pirate Lives up to Billing as "One of Nation's best races"Arrrrrrrr you ready for a run?It was a cool and clear early morning on Sunday on the Outer Banks at about 6:30 a.m.,  but northern Kitty Hawk was clamoring with activity as the start of the 5th annual Flying Pirate half marathon

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Top 5 Kid-Friendly Features to Look for When Booking a Vacation Rental

When you're traveling with kids of any age, you know it's critical to pack everything possible to make their experience a real treat. However, even though you'll drive to the Outer Banks, it may not be feasible to bring all they want to your vacation destination.When booking your family-friendly

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Top 10 Tips for Driving to Outer Banks Vacation Rentals

Want to incite a sea of squeals and screams? Turn to your family or friends and shout, "ROAD TRIP!" Just the thought of taking off down the highway to a new adventure brings a jubilant state over just about everyone.Before you make your way to one of the many Outer Banks vacation rentals, however,

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Vacation Rentals Growing in Popularity nationwide

Vacation rentals are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to traditional hotels according to a TripAdvisor survey.  February 18th the latest survey from TripAdvisor showed that more than half of travelers intend to book a private home in 2014.After polling about 1,100 respondents in

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Currituck Outer Banks Rated Top Beach!

Coastal Living Picks CorollaCoastal Living Magazine readers named the Currituck Outer Banks area of Corova as their favorite beach over famous resorts including locations in Florida, South Carolina, Hawaii, Texas and California!In a press release recently from the magazine the publishers indicated

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Wright Memorial Bridge Update

Bridge Construction Progressing over WinterThe temperatures have fallen dramatically on the Outer Banks over the last few weeks, but construction activity on the Westbound span of the Wright Memorial Bridge continues to work at a heated pace.The westbound span of the Wright Memorial bridge was

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Duck Donuts Expands to Virginia

Duck Donuts now in Williamsburg and Virginia Beach!Duck Donuts, a long popular temptation for visitors to the Outer Banks, recently expanded their operations to include locations in Virginia.A franchise of Duck Donuts opened in Williamsburg in October of 2013 at The Monticello Market Place...

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snOBX 2014 - Covered in Snow on the Outer Banks!

We are covered in the white stuff in the Outer Banks - it's a little strange, but beautiful to see snow covered sand dunes on the Outer Banks.  Enjoy a few photos from today's Outer Banks Blue adventures!Also check out our facebook page for more photos and videos throughout the day.We don't let...

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Wicked Cool! National Geographic Channel's Wicked Tuna Heads to the Outer Banks

It may be winter, but in the Outer Banks, the competition is about to heat up...Are you a fan of the National Geographic Channel hit series, Wicked Tuna?  Love the Outer Banks?  The two are about to come together in a new National Geographic Channel series, Wicked Tuna:

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FREE Admission Days at the Wright Brothers National Memorial!

Planning to visit the Wright Brothers National Memorial during your 2014 Outer Banks Vacation?  You should!  It's a must-see historical landmark and they are offering eleven (11) free admission days during the 2014 calendar year.These "fee free" dates for 2014 include:Monday, January 20th:...

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