Outer Banks This Week Blog

Outer Banks information comes in many forms, but there’s no better way to learn it than through conversations with a local. The OuterBanksThisWeek.com blog is that local friend … even if you already live here! Every week, Molly Harrison gives the run down on Outer Banks activities, Outer Banks events, Outer Banks shopping – all the Outer Banks information needed to ensure that you have the best possible experience. And she does it in a conversational way that’s easy to read and entertaining. Outer Banks activities are numerous, and this blog gives you an insider’s scoop to help you plan your day. She leads you to all the Outer Banks events you won’t want to miss – sports, annual functions and holiday festivities. She gives you her input on the most exciting Outer Banks activities – the ones she loves, the ones she thinks you should love. If anything exciting or out-of-the-ordinary is happening during your visit – and there definitely will be something – this blog is your trusty guide to figuring out the whats, whens and wheres.

Nightlife, for example, is detailed here – what band is playing where, which scene is wild, which is chill. Festivals are also described – the ones that are old and loved and the ones that are new and anticipated. The amount of Outer Banks information offered here will keep you busy and in the know. You can find out what would be fun for you, your family or even your pets.

A fun touch of this blog is its conversational element. Hannah Lee always wants to hear from you! In fact, reader input can influence the basis of her next blog’s focus. So if there’s a topic or question you’re craving an answer for, let her know. Sit a spell and read through present and past OuterBanksThisWeek.com blogs. With all the Outer Banks information detailed for you, you’ll be the trusted source to all your friends!

How to Have a Happy Thanksgiving and Still Love Your Family

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Some of us travel for Thanksgiving, and others have our loved ones come to us. Living on the Outer Banks makes us a pretty popular destination for family and friends who need a taste of the beach. It’s awesome: We don’t have to deal with Thanksgiving travel, we show off this wonderful place we call home and we have... Read More

Only Two Weeks 'Til Thanksgiving? Start Planning Your Outer Banks Holiday

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, November 6, 2018
For me Thanksgiving is synonymous with eating out at an Outer Banks restaurant. While I know that the holiday is traditionally depicted as families gathering in a cozy home and everyone preparing their signature dish (including the weird stuff), I always prefer going out. Why? For starters there's no stress to meal... Read More

Downtown Manteo Halloween Edition: Who Wore It Best?

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Thursday, November 1, 2018
The Halloween bustle began in downtown Manteo’s streets well before the trick-or-treaters emerged. Vendors, bounce houses, game booths and more turned Queen Elizabeth Avenue into a festive carnival scene. By dusk costumed trick-or-treaters of all ages, sizes and degrees of scariness filled the streets. Handing out... Read More

Summertime Horror Stories

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Wednesday, October 31, 2018
We love our Outer Banks visitors. They bring us so many tales about the places they call home and their travels; they ask for our suggestions while they’re on the Outer Banks – they’re just overall lovable and charming folks. And, yes, there are the occasional exceptions to this standard. And, yes, we still love them... Read More

Halloween Hootenannying on the Outer Banks

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Wednesday, October 24, 2018
With less than a week left until Halloween, the Outer Banks is cooking up events and activities that are sure to deliver scares, delights, tricks and treats. What’s everyone dressing up as? I’ve spent weeks planning out my costume, just waiting to dive into the festive happenings and activities about to take over the... Read More