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The Outer Banks Visitor Center is so beautiful.. You gaze out at the sand and sea oats and feel the tension leave. After visiting the center you feel equipped and ready for your NC vacation.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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In regard to the question regarding a place to hang out for motorcyclists, the Lucky 12 Tavern In Nags Head has started a bike night on Saturday's that starts at 7pm. The Lucky 12 is located at mile post 11.5...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/09/2006
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I am riding my Harley to a rented house in KDH for 1 week in mid-August. I've been looking through your site for activities relevant to motorcyclists (50'ish). Might be usful to add them. Things like bars,...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2006
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I've been going down to this area with my family for 15 years if not more. I must say after going so many times, even to this day it never gets old. I love being on the wide open beaches, climbing the ever...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/03/2006
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Wonderful vacation! Rented a cottage in the 4wd area in Carova. Awoke to wild horses in our yard, watched dolphins play in the surf & saw many different kinds of birds. Most days were spent swimming,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2005
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A real vacation is a time to relax and get away from the normal every day life. You won't find bright flashing signs on buildings that only offer neon pink hermit crabs and airbrushed shirts, you also won't...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2005
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I've read a bunch of the reviews for the Outer Banks and there's nothing to do? Number one, how about RELAX. It's vacation! We always vacation with kids and we play games, do puzzles, dive for pennies in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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This past summer was our first visit to the Outer Banks and we were pleasantly surprised at how much we loved the ocean! The water is warm and very clean. The sand was perfect also. We are from CT and are used...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/14/2005
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As I kid, I could remember walking on the pier and walking with friends on the boardwalk, hearing and seeing all kinds of interesting things. If you enjoy some local flavor try visiting Beaufort and Morehead...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2005
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Our family has vacationed in Hilton Head for the past 3 years, but we have heard a lot of good things about the Outer Banks...can anyone tell me the pro and cons???? We were thinking of changing it up and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2005
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Comparing the Outer Banks to Jersey Beaches is like comparing Pop-tarts to Eggs Benedict. OBX is known for it's natural beauty: no malls, no amusement parks, no boardwalks. If you like Myrtle Beach or Ocean...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2005
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The uncrowded.....I have been vacationing on Hatteras Island since 1986..now my children and grandchildren love it... Hatteras Island is a ribbon of sand 65 miles long..cross the Bonner Bridge..south of Nags...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2005
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As a resident of the southern Outer Banks, I was curious to note that none of the reviews were from my home. If you're tired of the cold, dangerous waters, and too many tourists in Nags Head area, head south...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2005
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My parents took the family for the first time in 1970 as a five year old two lanes all the way from the VA line! My family loves it as I do! .How to surf fish, catch ghost crabs at night..body surf, surf and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/05/2005
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I have been to OBX several time and it gets worse every time that I go there. Over crowded with lower than average facilities. If you want to see where the Wright Brother flew, it's fine - if you want a casual...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/05/2005
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I just got back from my first trip to the Outer Banks last weekend from my younger sister's wedding. The entire family went down and made a vacation of it. We stayed in Hatteras Village which is at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/05/2005
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I think the people who write most of the reviews must be realtors trying to rent out their homes. The Outerbanks is overcrowded with little for families to do other than go to the beach. If you don't have...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2005
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I normally go to the NC/Tenn mountains but last April my sister invited us to Corolla. I fell in love with it. In fact, so much, we are going back June 4th. It is laid back, quiet, not crowded except Nags...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/27/2005
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First, you have to love the beach. Second, you have to love to relax. Third, only come with family/friends that you are comfortable and share the same values/interests. Fourth, watch your little ones grow up...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2005
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My family and I have vacationed there every summer for going on 9 years now, and there's no place in the world like it! Not crowded, beautifyl beaches, wonderful things to do - it's a fantastic family...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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I have to admit, I am not an OBX fan. But maybe someone can convince me otherwise. I have been going to the Outerbanks with my family for decades. While it is private and quiet, it is too quiet. I have small...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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Hatteras Islandparticularly Avon, is the gem of the Outer Banks. There are no hotels, everyone rents a privately owned beach cottage or beach homerented by the week. Here are the amenities of Avon: Carnival...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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I just returned from the Outer Banks a week ago. It was so hard to leave the beautiful beaches and island atmosphere. As a college grad, I wanted to celebrate my graduation at the beach but away from the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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Grew up visiting mostly the NJ beaches. First came to the Outer Banks in the '60s. Am now retired here and loving it. Great climate, with all four seasons, but winters are very mild. Prices here are about the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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My experiences with the OBX began at age 15 some 42 years ago. I have continued to spend at least a week per year on HI every since, only having missed a couple of years while serving in the Army. The changes...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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Our family has been enjoying the Carolina Beaches for over 30 years. Our favorite is Topsail Island. Once a sleepy little island community, it has grown to accomodate everyone. You can have a quiet weekend or...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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I love the place. Pratically grew up there. It is becoming overcrowded. The cost of living has sky-rocketed to the point where medium incomes can't afford to live there. Locals are having to either hang on to...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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For a relaxing week at the beach the OBX is the only place to visit! The local people are freindly. I have been vacationing here for 10 years and I have brought many OBX virgins with me on vacaton, now they...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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I have been going to OBX for a little over 20 years and have already made my reservation for this summer. I LOVE IT there. Lately I have been staying in Corolla which is much like Nags Head was years ago. Not...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2005
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OBX IS THE BEST BEACH DESTINATION FOR THE FAMILY. Visit Jockey's Ridge, tallest sand dune on the East coast; fly a kite or hang glide. The state aquarium in Manteo is a must. Spend a warm, soft evening at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2004
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I am in love with the Outer Banks and have been going for all 22 years of my life! The island is rich in history, boasting the tallest lighthouse in the U.S. and entertaining the idea of seeing the ghost of...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2004
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The Outer Banks are beautiful. However, for a little less money and more amenities, you may want to try Topsail Island just south of the Outer Banks. It is still a barrier Island but doesn't require the long...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2004
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We have been to OBX summers of 2002, 2003, and last month already, and we are hooked. We rented houses in Duck, South Nags Head, and Kitty Hawk. We already booked a house for next summer and already can't wait...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2004
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I've come to the Banks every year of my life. There is something for everyone and every season. If you're a shopper, visit the Christmas shop in Manteo. You can find a restaurant every hundred yards (I...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2004
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My husband and I have been going to the Outer Banks for years and we have always had a very good relaxing time on the Beautiful Beaches there. The People there are real Down Home people, they never make you...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2004
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My husband & I first went to OBX 8 years ago. We both fell in love with the area. Since then we have been back many times. We've been everywhere from Manteo to Corolla down to Oracoke. When we decided to get...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/15/2004
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Our Family visits the Outer Banks every other summer. We love the serenity and the sincere native OBX'rs. We have stayed in Corolla and Kitty Hawk. The beaches are beautiful and the towns are so quaint..This...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2004
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I've lived on the Outer Banks for 21 years and have loved every minute of it. The beaches are beautiful, the people "treat ya like family" like the local commercials boast, and the food is wonderful! While...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2004
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OBX is my family's favorite vacation place on earth. We have been coming to OBX since 1998 and have stayed north and south. Nags Head is our favorite because of its central location, lots of entertainment...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2004
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My family and I have been going to the Outer Banks for almost 20 years now. It first started off as going to the beach for a week and now we are there for three weeks. We live every year for the beach. No...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2004
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I have lived in North Carolina all of my life but until 6 years ago had never been to the Outer Banks ( we always went to Myrtle Beach) so I never knew what I was missing. Thankfully I have found a place that...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2004
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i lived there for two years and loved it. the place exploded in the summer, which was great, and was very peaceful (but sometimes empty) in the offseason. if you are looking for some nightlife, might i suggest...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/23/2004
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I VISITED THE OUTERBANKS LAST YEAR FOR A WEEK AND I AM IN AWE WITH THE WHOLE AREA, IT IS BEAUTIFUL AND OFFERS SO MUCH TO ANY LOVER OF THE BEACH AND OCEAN. FOOD WAS VERY GOOD AND OFFERS A PRICE RANGE WHICH IS...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2004
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I've been to the Outer Banks twice so far and I have absolutely enjoyed it there. There are so many beach shops and plenty of restaurants to eat at. Everyone seemed pretty much friendly when I was there and...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2004
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This is a great place to vacation. I am from the Outer Banks, and truly believe this is one of the greatest places on earth. The people are friendly, the seafood is some of the best in the world, and you have...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2004
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Ever since I was old enough to walk my family has gone to the OBX. The best way to enjoy the scenery and atmosphere is not a hotel. You go and pay 5,000$ for a 8 room beachfront house for a week. It seems like...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2004
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I have been going to the Outer Banks since I was 7 years old and am now 32. We started in South Nags Head and have worked our way north to Corolla. I have loved spending part of every summer on the unspoiled....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2004
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We have gone to the Outer Banks almost every summer for 20 years, and it is the best there is. We first went there when we lived in Baltimore, but now we live in California and still go, even though we live...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2004
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We originally began vacationing in the OB after the northern beaches in Delaware became too pricey. After our first trip, we were hooked. Beautiful beaches, no high-rises. Plenty of activities for those who...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2004
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My family has been vacationing in the Outer Banks for as long as I can remember. While it is not the closest beach to our home, Nags Head is a welcome escapse from the crowded beaches of Va. What I love most...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2003
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I have been to the outer banks for three years and it just keeps getting better. Perfect for a family vacation away from the busy cities. Very quiet and relaxing, definately my favorite place to visit. One tip...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2003
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People seem to forget that the OBX doesn't stop at Ocracoke. If you really wanna get away from it all you should try Core Banks or Shackleford Banks just south of Ocracoke Island. Hate traffic? This is the...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2003
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I love the outer banks , if you could go to one beach during the summer pick the outer bank's beaches. They are never crowded and are always clean.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2003
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We have had a family reunion on the Outer Banks the last three years. I have nothing but great things to say about the area, people, environment, etc.. I have rented a house for a week on the 4x4 area where...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2003
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My vacation to the Outer Banks was awesome! there are hardly any crowds, the food anywhere you go is great and let's not forget all of the great places to visit and all the fun stuff to do!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2003
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OBX is a true vacation. You can do nothing, or you can venture out and see the sights. The Northern Shores are incredible. Living in New Jersey, I had a whole different perspective on beach locales,, you can't...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2003
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The outer banks is the most beautiful beach ever. You can go out on to the beach and not see another soul for miles. It is truly an amazing place to vacation. The sunsets are amazing and the locals are warm...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/31/2003
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Please take the Outer Banks off the top ten beaches list. I don't want anyone to know about this wonderful place. Especially tacky tourists. The Outer Banks are Paradise with clean empty beaches, great people,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/31/2003
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ive been going to the obx since i was born. im not that old but old enough to kno that its gotten overcrowded with newcomers. although i will always love the atmosphere it has and it will always be like a...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/14/2003
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Well I guess I'm a little bit prejudice because I was born in Buxton. so I pick the outer banks as tops on my list. Especially on Hatteras Island where it isn't commercialized like Nags Head.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2002
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We love staying on Hatteras Island. It's the best !! Quiet, laid back, nothing to do kind of place. It's has long stretches of nothing but sandy beaches. Our golden retriever just loves digging in the sand....
citysearch.com - user review - 07/20/2002
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We have been vacationing in Nags Head for the last 10 years. We have always rented a house in Nags Head and love the freedom it gives you. The houses we have rented are always the only house on the property so...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2002
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The Outer Banks is absolutely Heaven on Earth. Clean peaceful beaches. If your looking for a truly restful vacation spot ... this is the place.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2002
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These negative reviews are hilarious and had me laughing out loud. It seems most bad expieriances involved restaurants and traffic and hurricanes. Well, if you are only going to OBX to eat and shop you may as...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/04/2002
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Having surfed world wide I love the area and it's waves. Not world class interms of size but the total set up makes it one of the best summer wave locations in the USA. Lots of good uncrowded sand bars that...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/29/2002
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Man, what can I say ? I am from Indianapolis, 1000 miles one way to Waves/Salvo/Avon/Hatteras but the drive is worth every freaking second!!! (even with two kids under 5 in the car). Like many I am not a fan...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2002
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other than where I am now that I would go to live. It is another world. I feel like I am standing on the edge of the earth when I arrive and have my feet on water's edge.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2002
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My wife and I rented a cottage last summer...It was Great the weather was great the people were great......Do visit Ocracoke!!! great Food and drink! This year we went to FL and all we did was regret not going...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2002
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I agree that this is one of the best beaches...check out Coquina Beach, right across from Bodie (pronounced Body) Island Lighthouse and then meet the boats coming in from a day offshore to see their catch at...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2002
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Need a great place to land and relax? Ocracoke Island is the place. Try the Jolly Roger restaurant for lunch or dinner while watching the sunset. Stay in any number of places that will treat you right; The...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/24/2002
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wonderful place to visit for the whole family, you need at least a week to see it
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2002
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My Family and I just got back from the Outer Banks. We had a wonderful week there - perfect weather everyday. The beaches and ocean was breathtaking! I did not know this place existed and I can't wait to go...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/14/2002
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