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Tickets Still Available for 2018 OBX Taste of the Beach
It’s back – the most anticipated foodie event of the year. From Thursday, March 22, to Sunday, March 25, Taste of the Beach brings a fresh wave of flavor and festivities to the Outer Banks. Some of us have awaited these dining specials and events since last year’s occasion, and others are totally new to the shindig.... Read More

Say Sláinte – It's St. Patrick's Day on the Outer Banks!
OK you lads and lassies, our favorite day of the year to wear green is here. I don’t know about you, but I love Saint Patrick’s Day – after weeks of gray and drizzly weather, the appearance of green with Saint Patrick’s Day reminds me that the world around us is turning greener and greener as more plants continue to... Read More

5 Reasons to Make the Outer Banks Your Summer Vacation Destination
As we get into the month of March, we enter the exciting time of planning summer vacations. Where are you going? Need ideas? Look no further. If you’re not a local and you are reading this blog, there’s a pretty good chance you’re already considering an Outer Banks vacation. Or perhaps you’re looking to convince a... Read More

Things Outer Banks Locals Wished Visitors Knew: Part II
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote a blog on 10 Things Outer Banks Locals Wished Visitors Knew. Readers chimed in, and, let me say, y’all have great advice. It’s infused by different experiences, passions and, yes, occasionally pet peeves too. These insightful comments resonated so strongly with me that I wanted to write... Read More

A Taste of Outer Banks Taste of the Beach
At one month out, the countdown to one of biggest Outer Banks annual events is officially on! Taste of the Beach events and tickets went live online as early as December 1, but if we're being honest, some of us have been salivating in anticipation since last year’s event ended. For those of you who are new to the area... Read More