Articles
Tilting at Windmills
I have lived on the Outer Banks for close to 40 years now, and while I realize that does not give me native status — or knowledge — I’ve fancied that I’m more than a little aware of the history that has come before us on these shifting islands due to my local profession of writing and publishing about the area. So,... Read More
Southern Nouveau Cooking and More
Chef-inspired coastal cuisine mixes with Southern hospitality at Red Sky Cafe, where the signature shrimp and grits are always the first thing servers recommend. The upscale but casual eatery spotlights fresh, local fare in a remodeled rustic dining room where you can watch the chefs creating in the exhibition-style... Read More
Taking Life Easy
Sometimes the best thing to do on vacation is not much at all. A leisurely drive with the windows down, salty breeze blowing and the sound of waves hitting the shoreline is exactly what vacation is all about, especially when you’re behind the wheel of a vintage Volkswagen buggy.Island Cruisers has 4WDs for beach... Read More
A Passion for Pottery
Cool, coastal tones and the soothing sounds of wind chimes are what first attract the passerby to the door of Alice’s Craft Gallery. Step inside and you’re captivated by an array of fused glass, handmade jewelry, fine woodwork, metals, prints and one of the most extensive pottery collections on the Outer Banks.Owner... Read More
Celebrate More Than 400 Years of History
Roanoke Island Festival Park brings more than 400 years of history to life. At the Adventure Museum, dress up like a pirate, test your cargo loading strength or try your hand at computer programs and quizzes that sort through theories about the fate of the Lost Colony. Explore more than 25 acres of the site, complete... Read More