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.

Secrets of a Sandbar

August 30, 2013
Here are some facts that may not be well known about these sandbars, and the word “sandbar” is u...

Expanded Outer Banks Season

August 21, 2013
In many respects, the fall season is the best time to visit the Outer Banks.  The weather is specta...

The Best Outer Banks Beaches

August 9, 2013
Summer is the ideal time to talk about Outer Banks beaches. Discretion being the better part of valo...

Hang Gliding, Kite Flying, and Exploring at Jockey’s Ridge State Park

August 2, 2013
Outer Banks national parks seem to get all the press, but Jockey’s Ridge State Park in the middle ...

Endless Possibilities

July 18, 2013
There is, in downtown Manteo, one of the most wonderful and unique stores ever to be found. It is a ...

Outer Banks Weddings – Whalehead Club

By Ryan
July 10, 2013
Couples planning an Outer Banks destination wedding should consider the Whalehead Club in Corolla, N...

Outer Banks Golf Courses

July 7, 2013
We are world famous for our pristine beaches, but the Outer Banks is also home to several notable co...

Outer Banks Baseball Takes the Field

July 3, 2013
Here’s something fun, unexpected and reasonably priced for families looking for something a little...

What’s New on the Outer Banks?

June 25, 2013
There’s a saying, “What’s old is new.” And that’s certainly true with Outer Banks restaura...

Outer Banks Musicians

June 21, 2013
In the summer, many venues on the Outer Banks offer live music and chances are really good it’s go...

Roanoke Island Festival Park Information

By Ryan
June 19, 2013
Located in Manteo, this 25-acre interactive historic site is convenient to all of our vacation renta...

The Quiet Side of the Outer Banks

June 17, 2013
One issue with living in a beach community--especially a resort area like the Outer Banks--is the sa...