January 17, 2012 | 
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Vacation Rental Managers Association’s (VRMA’s) television series “Getting Away Together” has started airing on PBS member stations across the United States. To date, stations representing almost 60 percent of the country have signed on to air the show, and carriage rates are still growing. Already the show is generating buzz; New York 1 named the show as a top travel trend in 2012.
Here is a listing of when an episode showcasing the Outer Banks Vacation Rentals will be available on GettingAwayTogether.com:
| # | Episode | Episode Online |
| 102 | Outer Banks of North Carolina | 1/25/2012 |
| 111 | “Getting Away Together” – Best Beach Destinations | 3/28/2012 |
| 112 | “Getting Away Together” – Best Reunion Destinations | 4/4/2012 |
Vacationers and locals will relish the incredible sounds of The Return bringing you the best songs of The Beatles appearing live on the Outer Banks in the fourth performance of the 29th extraordinary Outer Banks Forum Performing Arts Series on Sat., Jan. 21, at 7:30 p.m., said Eddie Cooke, president of the Outer Banks Forum. All programs will be held at the First Flight High School in Kill Devil Hill.
“Step back in time, listen to the music that has had a profound effect on the world’s musical scene, and be excited by these amazing young musicians,” said Cooke. “Start the New Year off right with an astonishing trip down memory lane.” For more information about season tickets or individual tickets, call Julie Hamilton, 252-255-2274. To subscribe on line, visit www.outerbanksforum.org. Saturday evening tickets will be available at the door: $25 per adult; $12 per student.
The Outer Banks Forum for the Performing Arts is a non-profit organization that brings an annual series of seven outstanding diverse concerts to the area and provides opportunities for youth to participate in the arts. All of the performances are partially underwritten by community businesses.
Listverse.com named Ocracoke Island, North Carolina in their top 10 list for best beaches in the world based on three essential ingredients for a world class sunbathing spot are sun, sand and surroundings.
If privacy and seclusion are what you look for in a sunbathing location, then look no further. This little gem of a spot can only be reached by boat, private plane or ferry. While modern electronics (ie: phones and computers) have reached this island paradise, they are still frowned on. The wilderness beach on Ocracoke has some of the most pristine sand to be found. Relax, get that book out you’ve been wanting to read and enjoy the rays. Many Outer Banks vacationers enjoy the drive to Ocracoke as a day trip or overnight stay.
All of us at Carolina Designs Realty would like to wish you a very happy new year! There is still good availability for 2012. Please give us a call or visit our web site to see our great selection of premier vacation homes for a family vacation, retreat or personal getaway. 
For over 22 years, Carolina Designs Realty has offered some of the finest beach homes North Carolina’s Outer Banks. We manage homes in Corolla, Duck, Southern Shores, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, and Nags Head.
We pride ourselves on the quality of our homes and the personal service we provide. In addition to wireless Internet, all homes are stocked with two sets of towels per bedroom, freshly made beds, and our welcome package of soaps, paper products and gourmet coffee.
Please visit our website, www.CarolinaDesigns.com for rates and availability or call us at 800-368-3825 to speak with our knowledgeable and friendly reservations staff from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For the best selection, please contact us soon. We hope to see you at the beach!
The first annual Outer Banks Bluegrass Festival takes place October 5-6, 2012 at Roanoke Island, NC. Make plans now to bring the family for a weekend filled with the twag of some good ole Southern picking in the tradition of Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs and so many other legendary performers!
The festival Artists scheduled to perform include Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Rhonda Vincent & the Rage, Dixie Ridge, Stoney Creek Band, Nu-Blu, Drymill Road, The Whiskey Rebellion, Stacy Grubb, The Hillbilly Gypsies, Cumberland River and more.
Workshops, jamming and more are just part of the excitement of this inaugural festival.
Tickets and additional information is available at www.obxbluegrassfestival.com
The Kilmarlic Health & Racquet Club, just over the bridge from the Outer Banks, has changed its name to WestSide Athletic Club. The name change is the beginning of a new branding strategy to more accurately reflect the unique services offered to accommodate athletes of all sports, ages, and fitness levels.
The facility expansion now underway include a new group exercise room. The entire club, including the fitness area, will remain open during construction.
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For those interested in finding out about the local marine mammal stranding network on the Outer Banks as well as assisting with health assessments and monitoring of hauled out seals, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission presents Karen Clark, Wildlife Education Specialist, for an interesting and informative presentation at the Carova Beach Fire Department (four wheel drive area) on Saturday, January 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
For more information, contact Karen Gregory at 252.453.0651.
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If our visitors and/or locals have not experienced this yuletide favorite, you are in for a royal treat December 20-23 & 27-30 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Lights and music transform The Elizabethan Gardens into an illuminated winter wonderland complete with peacocks, butterflies, deer and other garden creatures created with flowers, seeds, natural elements, as well as traditional holiday decorations.
Tickets for Friends’ and Non-members: $9 for Adults; $7 for youth (ages 6-17); $4 for children (5 and under). For more information, call (252) 473-3234.
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For all homes in Pine Island to Corolla, used computers, monitors, flat screens, cell phones, PDA’s, fax machines can now be recycled in Currituck County by having them delivered to the Corolla Library, located at 1123 Ocean Trail. Public Works staff will collect these items and transfer them to the Barco Recycling Center.
For more information, contact the Currituck County Public Works Dept. at 252-232-2504.
Great Review from current guest!
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