Outer Banks News And Views

Welcome to the Carolina Designs blog. Here you’ll find information about the Outer Banks, what’s going on, and what we hope are some entertaining posts, quizzes and articles.

Outer Banks Cycling – Ride Safely, Arrive Intact

August 12, 2014
True Confession: My idea of a perfect way to start the day is a 15 to 20 mile ride through the more ...

Outer Banks Seafood Markets

By Ryan
July 30, 2014
A great aspect of Outer Banks life for visitors and residents is walking into most any restaurant, o...

Top 10 Beach Tips

By Ryan
July 22, 2014
We often talk about the award-winning beaches of the Outer Banks, how they differ from Corolla to Na...

Corolla Wild Horses – Managing the Herd (Part 2)

July 18, 2014
For almost 500 years, the Spanish mustangs of Corolla have moved freely along the northern Outer Ban...

The Wild Horses of Corolla (Part 1)

July 15, 2014
Beautiful, majestic, unforgettable-the Corolla wild horses are an extraordinary part of the Outer Ba...

Five Unexpected Outer Banks Adventures

By Ryan
July 11, 2014
There are so many amazing experiences to be had on the Outer Banks that it’s difficult to see ever...

Hurricane Arthur Update: July 4, 2014 11:00 AM

By Ryan
July 4, 2014
All Hurricane Warnings have been **DISCONTINUED** Damage assessment teams are in the field througho...

Hurricane Arthur Update: July 4, 2014 9:00 AM

By Ryan
This posting has expired. Hurricane Arthur exits Outer Banks near Nags Head and is moving away from ...

Hurricane Arthur Update: July 4, 2014 7:30 AM

By Ryan
This posting has expired. Hurricane Arthur exits Outer Banks near Nags Head and is moving away from ...

Hurricane Arthur Update: July 4, 2014 5:00 AM

By Ryan
This posting has expired. Hurricane Arthur exits Outer Banks near Nags Head and is moving away from ...

Hurricane Arthur Update: July 3, 2014 11:00 PM

By Ryan
This posting has expired. Hurricane Arthur is a Category Two storm with winds of 100 mph. At 11:00 P...

Special Hurricane Arthur Update: July 3, 2014 9:00 PM

By Ryan
This posting has expired. Hurricane Arthur now a Category Two storm with winds of 100 mph. At 9:00 P...