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 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...

The Best Local OBX Seafood (And Where To Get It!)

By Ryan
June 15, 2013
Based on our location, it’s no surprise that the Outer Banks boasts some of the best seafood resta...

Pet-Friendly Vacation Tips

By Ryan
June 11, 2013
If you’re bringing your four legged best friend on this family vacation, we recommend you do a bit...

Outer Banks Mountain Bike Trails

June 4, 2013
Gently rolling hills . . . yes, there are some on the Outer Banks. Combined with shady multi-use pat...

Where Can I Buy Fresh Produce on the Outer Banks?

June 3, 2013
Over 50 years ago, farmers just north of the Outer Banks in Currituck County had a light bulb moment...

Water Sports on the Outer Banks

By Ryan
May 29, 2013
In the Outer Banks, the spring and summer seasons are the perfect time to partake in some adventurou...

Where Can I Hike on the Outer Banks?

May 23, 2013
At one time almost the entire western shore of the Outer Banks was heavily forested. Protected by a ...

Where Do Locals Eat on the Outer Banks?

May 17, 2013
Guy Fieri of “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” fame came blasting through the Outer Banks last summe...

Things to do at Your Outer Banks Beach House

May 3, 2013
It’s true that some of our guests arrive on the Outer Banks and are ready for adventure, but many ...

Rare Beauty of the Wild Horses of Corolla

By Ryan
April 29, 2013
There are few experiences as breathtaking as the Spanish mustang herds that run wild and free along ...