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When you gaze upon Whalehead in Historic Corolla, you can see why so many engaged couples choose the grounds surrounding this majestic mansion to celebrate their love and commitment to each other. The last thing anyone is thinking is that the hunting lodge turned museum might be home to a few ghosts. Built in 1925, … Read More The Ghosts of Whalehead »

If the constant sound of crashing waves and fresh ocean air aren’t enough to help you unwind on the Currituck Outer Banks, grab a large beach towel and head to Whalehead in Historic Corolla for a free outdoor yoga class. With every yoga pose and mindful breath, instructor Jennifer Spore helps visitors enjoy their beach … Read More Unwind, Relax With Free Outdoor Yoga Class »

Pelicans dive for fish. A wild Colonial Spanish Mustang cools off in the surf. Seashells tumble up onto the beach. It’s hard to imagine the pristine waters off North Carolina’s coast were once home to treacherous pirates lurking amidst its waves. Long before the Outer Banks became an oasis for families to enjoy the ultimate … Read More The Pirates of Currituck County »

In the 10 to 15 minutes you spend hang gliding 2,000 feet above Currituck County, life’s problems and challenges just drift away. Here, the region’s renowned beauty brings about a new perspective. At your wingtip, you may be gliding alongside a hawk or an eagle. In the distance, you can see the vast Atlantic, the … Read More Try Hang Gliding in Currituck This Summer »

When you’ve had plenty of sun and need a break from the beach, Sanctuary Vineyards provides the perfect refuge during your vacation to the Currituck Outer Banks. Owned and operated by the Wright family, Sanctuary Vineyards is located on a quaint farm on the Currituck sound side, off U.S. Highway 158 in Jarvisburg, North Carolina. … Read More Discover Sanctuary Vineyards »

The stunning panoramic view of the Currituck Sound and Atlantic Ocean is only one reason why you’ll want to climb the Currituck Beach Lighthouse when you come to the Outer Banks. Towering over historic Corolla, the lighthouse has been warning ships since 1875 to keep a safe distance from the chain of barrier islands along … Read More Currituck Beach Lighthouse: Six Things You Won’t Want To Miss »

Ruth Owens Dillard was a first-grader when she started walking the three-mile trek from her home to Jarvisburg Colored School. In 1936, she and other African American children had no other way to get to and from school, but that didn’t stop them from pursuing an education and a future for themselves. Many of the … Read More Historic Jarvisburg Colored School Offers Free Tours »

Flying from distances as far away as the Arctic, the birds that make their home in Currituck County during the winter attract birding enthusiasts nationwide. If you’ve ever wanted to see elegant tundra swans, snow geese, and majestic American bald eagles, make sure to add Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge to your beach vacation bucket … Read More Enjoy Birding This Winter in the Currituck Outer Banks »

When the gray days of winter get you down, brighten your outlook by planning a spring or summer stay on the colorful Currituck Outer Banks. Knowing that you’ve reserved a spot in the sun makes for an easier winter, and by renting early, you’ll get the best choices and values on property. While some properties … Read More Plan Now for Best Selections of 2018 Vacation Rentals »

Holiday time is time to love. Where better to fall in love with your family and friends all over again than in a beachfront home along Currituck’s Outer Banks? This time of year, the crowds stay home, leaving the windswept beauty of the wild northern seashore to you. Imagine yourself here. Mark your days with … Read More Currituck OBX Holidays at the Beach »

A great strategy for finding the perfect beach house for your fall vacation starts with deciding where you want to stay. Oceanfront beach houses and semi-oceanfront rentals both offer spectacular views year-round. On the Currituck Outer Banks, you can find a variety of beach houses overlooking the ocean or offering views of the Currituck Sound. … Read More Outer Banks Fall Vacation: Rent the Perfect Beach House »

Get ready to get wet! The new waterpark in Currituck County – aptly named H2OBX Waterpark – is making a big splash this summer with locals and families staying in the Outer Banks. Conveniently located at 8526 Caratoke Highway in Powells Point, NC, the waterpark is minutes from the Wright Memorial Bridge, the northern gateway … Read More New H2OBX Waterpark Makes a Splash »