Articles
Come Sit on our Front Porch; Let Me Tell You of the Dreams We Keep
It’s fitting to title an article about how the waterfront town of Manteo was remade with a quote from Andy Griffith, “Come sit on our front porch; let me tell you of the dreams we keep.” On the floor of the legislature in the early 1980s, as the narrator of a slideshow of that name showing how transformation could... Read More
Eat, Shop, Sleep Ocracoke
There’s no end of wonders to the island of Ocracoke. From Blackbeard to wild ponies to miles and miles of some of the most pristine beaches on the East Coast, this little island has it all. But when you’re on vacation, sometimes you want to boil it down to the basics. Eat, play, sleep. Repeat. So come along as we take... Read More
Why Wait for the Town of Duck?
What do you love about summer? The feel of warm sand between your toes? The cool breeze filled with the smell of salt from the ocean? How about a tropical drink sipped while watching the sun set over the water or perusing a quaint local shop on the boardwalk in search of the perfect vacation keepsake?
Well, why... Read More
A Welcoming Vibe: Hatteras Island Boardsports
If you’re new to surfing, the atmosphere at Hatteras Island Boardsports will make you feel at home with the sport. Owner Kevin Scalia and his team are eager to share their love of watersports with newbies and experienced folks alike. The shop features watersports gear, rentals and accessories as well as popular... Read More
Vacationing Made Easy
Whether you’re looking for an isolated cottage for a weekend escape with your sweetie or an oceanfront palace to house and entertain the entire family for a week, there are different qualities you look for when choosing a vacation rental. But how do you hone in on the best one for you? With Shoreline OBX, the emphasis... Read More