Articles
Get your Kicks at Dirty Dick's
Even though much has changed on the Outer Banks over the last 30 years, it’s good to know that there are still some things you can count on – the beach, the lighthouses, the wild horses at Corolla and Dirty Dick’s Crab House in Avon and Nags Head treating both visitors and locals like family.
Dirty Dick’s has been a... Read More
Refreshing a Tradition
It’s hard to believe that something that began on Roanoke Island 85 years ago would still be a vital part of the Outer Banks experience today, but that’s exactly the trajectory of The Lost Colony, the Outer Banks’ much-loved musical under the stars.
Since 1937 the outdoor drama has been telling the historical story... Read More
Brunch at the Beach and More
The owner/operator of Mike Dianna’s Grill Room is named neither Mike nor Dianna. Meghann Pauls, Corolla native, bought the restaurant in 2016 and kept the well-recognized name. “Most people think I’m Dianna,” Meghann says. “I always say, I don’t care what they call me as long as they come in!” Meghann has worked in... Read More
Explore the Soundside
Gliding across the Pamlico Sound in a kayak is an experience that perfectly captures what’s so special about Hatteras Island and a vacation on the Outer Banks – it’s a mix of relaxation, fun and adventure through stunning natural scenery and abundant wildlife, a day that’s guaranteed to crystallize into a standout... Read More
This Will Float Your Boat
When it comes to family-oriented Outer Banks fun, there’s nothing better than getting on the water. And few people know more about all-ages fun on the water than the Foreman family.
Owners and operators of Crystal Dawn head boat in Manteo, the Foremans have been entertaining families in the sounds around Roanoke... Read More