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.

Coffee, Pastries and a Good Read

October 17, 2014
Books or coffee? Coffee or books? Sometimes it is difficult to pick one first, and that may be the k...

Carolina Keiki Children’s Store

By Ryan
October 8, 2014
After almost a year in business, Carolina Keiki has become the prominent retailer of unique children...

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge

October 1, 2014
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge isn’t exactly on the Outer Banks but it’s not that far ...

On Point at The Blue Point

By Ryan
September 23, 2014
When The Blue Point opened a little over 25 years ago, there wasn't much that anyone could call a�...

Local Business Spotlight – Kitty Hawk Kites

September 17, 2014
Forty years later and Kitty Hawk Kites is still going strong! If there is such a thing as a home...

Outer Banks Mexican Eateries

September 12, 2014
Something about Mexican food always seems perfect for family gatherings. In keeping with our Carolin...

Otters, Sea Turtles and Dinosaurs… Oh My!

By Ryan
September 2, 2014
The North Carolina Aquarium has two locations on the Outer Banks—Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head, w...

First Family of Food – Pok’s Art

August 27, 2014
If we could name a first family of the Outer Banks restaurant scene, it would be the family that own...

Outer Banks, Off the Beaten Path

By Ryan
August 22, 2014
One of the more remarkable characteristics of the Outer Banks is how varied to terrain is. Known as ...

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...