We’ll catch you there!
Basking in the warm sun, watching the waves crash at the shore; visitors and locals alike can agree that fishing is one of the most relaxing and gratifying pastimes to enjoy here on the Outer Banks. Known for the fresh, local seafood caught in the Atlantic right off our beautiful beaches, the Outer Banks’ coastal waters and accompanying piers are the perfect spot to reel in a fresh catch. Even if you’re not into fishing, several of the piers of the Outer Banks offer food and drinks, live music, and arcade games, attracting beachgoers as well.
Picture this: a warm, sunny day vacationing on the beautiful beaches of the Outer Banks. Frolicking in the surf, building sandcastles, catching ghost crabs. Could life get much better?
Then, just as you sit back in your beach chair to reapply sunscreen and sip a cool drink, the dreaded 7 words from your little ones come tumbling at you faster than the last wave you wiped out on: “I need to go to the bathroom!” 
Thanksgiving is upon us! Whether you’re celebrating the holiday on the Outer Banks or at home, it’s easy to bring a taste of the OBX to your turkey day table!
With the prices of Thanksgiving meals rising this year, why not choose an affordable (free, actually!) option for your holiday tablescape? We’ve rounded up some of our favorite pieces from the shores of the Outer Banks to create a beautiful and unique setting that also doubles as a conversation piece, so the family can reminisce on vacations of years past, and even start planning next year’s getaway! 
September 28th is National North Carolina Day! How well do you know the Tarheel State? Test your knowledge below.
Summer and ice cream go hand in hand, especially at the beach! The Outer Banks is home to lots of spots to grab dessert after dinner or for lunch (you’re on vacation, treat yourself). These are just a few of our favorites, where any day can be National Ice Cream Day.
Surfin’ Spoon 
After months of daydreaming about your Outer Banks vacation, and who knows how many hours in the car battling traffic, of course all you want to do once you hit the OBX is lounge on the beach or settle in poolside. But the Outer Banks has so much to offer, and with only one week to explore it all, day one should be filled with adventure! Here are a few activities to start your OBX vacation off on the right foot.
Learn
Yes, learning on vacation can be fun! 
Enter our 2021 Photo Contest!
Do you have memorable photos from your 2021 Outer Banks vacation that you would like to share? Would you also like a free mini Outer Banks vacation? It’s easy-all you have to do is enter our 2021 OBX Photo Contest to be eligible to win!
How to Enter and Vote: 
In honor of National Pet Day on April 11th, (let's be honest-if you have a pet, you probably consider every day National Pet Day!) we've come up with a few pawsitively great ways to make the most out of a visit to the OBX with your furry friend! 
Our favorite time of the year has arrived: vacation planning time! It’s officially National Plan for Vacation Day, and we can’t think of a better vacation to plan than one that includes, sand, fun, and SUN! The Outer Banks offers the perfect retreat for your family getaway. 
As we all know, breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and that shouldn’t change while you’re on vacation! The Outer Banks offers some pretty amazing dining options, and in honor of National Bagel Day on January 15th, we’re featuring a few of our favorite local spots to grab a delicious pre-beach meal to fuel your Outer Banks vacation.