The question’s been popped, you’ve said yes, and now it’s time to plan! If you’re dreaming of having your wedding on the beautiful Outer Banks, look no further than here! With the OBX being one of the top wedding destinations in the country (no brag) there are so many talented wedding vendors to make your OBX wedding special! See some of our top recommended wedding vendors here, and even more...
Christmas time is here and what better way to spend it than curled up on the couch with cookies, cocoa, and a great movie? We’ve come up with some of our favorite movies to get you and your family into the Christmas spirit! How The Grinch Stole Christmas This 2000 film starring Jim Carrey is a Christmas classic! This live-action version of the children’s tale by Dr. Seuss features a...
December is upon us! The holiday season brings a sense of community, warmth, and fun to the Outer Banks. There are so many fun activities on the OBX in December to do with your family from Christmas ornament shopping to eating all of the fresh steamed oysters you can imagine! See what some of our favorite December activities are on the Outer Banks! 1 // Attend The Manteo Tree Lighting...
So, Thanksgiving has come and gone and we all know what that means. Leftovers. You have a ton of leftovers just sitting in the fridge, ready for round two (or three) of throwing down. Here comes the days of endless leftovers featuring the classic turkey sandwich and turkey soup. When you’re tired and bored of the basic bites, come to this great infographic from Co. Designs to get creative with...
Thanksgiving is finally here! This holiday is for spending time with family, friends, and loved ones and reflecting on how blessed and grateful you are for your health, your love, and those who surround you. We’ve come up with the perfect playlist full of feel good tunes and holiday classics to get your Thanksgiving day started on the right foot! So sit back, relax, and be thankful for our Thankful...
We all know Thanksgiving is full of great food, family, and parades, but do you know where and why it all began? Learn about these 8 surprising and fun facts about the Thanksgiving holiday! 1 // THE FIRST THANKSGIVING MAY HAVE HAPPENED IN FLORIDA In grade school you learn that the first Thanksgiving happened in Plymouth, Massachusetts. However, historians argue that Florida may have been the true site of the...
Don’t have a Halloween costume? Don’t worry! We’ve got some quick, easy, and fun OBX themed Halloween costumes for that last minute Halloween party or trick or treating! Get inspired by your favorite place and check out these OBX Halloween costumes! NO SEW JELLYFISH COSTUME Jellyfish frequent the Outer Banks during the warmer months, so why not embrace your inner jelly sea critter this Halloween! (craft idea from Alpha Mom)...
Halloween is coming up and we’ve gathered together some of the best cocktails to celebrate the spooky season! From Harry Potter inspired brews to fun, family friendly concoctions, check out these 13 creepy cocktails that you’ll be sure to love this Halloween. HOCUS POCUS FIZZ (KID FRIENDLY) recipe via Kara’s Party Ideas 1 // Mix pineapple juice, almond extract, coconut extract, and food coloring in a small pitcher 2 //...
5K’s, surf contests, haunted trails, and trick or treating, oh my! Enjoy scary good fun this Halloween on the Outer Banks! Whether you’re local or just in town for spooky season, these are the can’t miss events you need to attend this Halloween! Which Craft Surf Gathering Byrd Street | Kitty Hawk This surf contest celebrating unique and experimental surf craft is held on the first Saturday morning of October....
Thanksgiving on the OBX can start a new family tradition! The Thanksgiving holiday is a time to reflect and be thankful for everything you have. Why not reflect on your favorite little sandbar? Starting a new family tradition of giving thanks on the Outer Banks is something that everyone can agree on. There are plenty of reasons to spend a week on the Outer Banks during the summer, but here...
