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.

Spring Activities on the Outer Banks

By Ryan
April 6, 2013
There are so many reasons to feel joyous on the Outer Banks. Why this celebration?  Because spring ...

Hidden Treasures of the Outer Banks

By Ryan
April 4, 2013
People stay at our charming Outer Banks rentals for more than just one reason.  They know that our ...

Jockey’s Ridge in Nags Head

By Ryan
April 3, 2013
If you’re planning a stay at one of our Nags Head rentals, you’ll notice numerous signs for Jock...

Discover Hidden Art Treasures

March 29, 2013
The Outer Banks has a remarkably active arts community, and the evidence is everywhere. There are th...

Day Trip to Pea Island

Less than an hour’s drive from Duck, Pea Island is a reminder of what the Outer Banks was before t...

History of the Outer Banks and the First Flight!

March 19, 2013
Planning a vacation in the Outer Banks? If your ideal vacation involves soaking up some rich history...

Must do activities on the Outer Banks!

Gearing up to stay in one of beautiful OBX Vacation Rentals? As relaxing as that sounds, you probabl...

Ceremony Rituals Create Special Memories

March 16, 2013
Adding a unique ritual to your Outer Banks beach wedding ceremony is the ideal way to create a memor...

Planning a day trip to Hatteras

March 8, 2013
While staying at your Outer Banks vacation rental home, relax into our laid-back island lifestyle by...

Ready, Set … March!

At Carolina Designs Realty, the first signs of spring mean our vacation rental season has officially...

Outer Banks Whale Watch

February 13, 2013
It’s not every day that whales pass this close to the Outer Banks. These are the big guys, too--hu...

Creative Outer Banks Weddings

Have you considered making your Outer Banks destination wedding more unique?   Meet designer Marga...