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.

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 ...

Where Can I Practice Yoga on the Outer Banks?

By Ryan
April 23, 2013
There’s nothing like a family trip to the Outer Banks to spend time with those you love, momentari...

Bodie Island Lighthouse Renovations

By Ryan
April 20, 2013
The striking black and white striped Bodie Island lighthouse provides one of the most distinctive an...

Gallery Row in Nags Head

April 18, 2013
Nags Head was the first town in the area to base its economy on tourism, and it is a very unique tow...

Flying over the Outer Banks

By Ryan
April 16, 2013
A few years ago I began my training to obtain a private pilot's license.  Lucky for me, there was a...