Fun in the Outer Banks, November 2010

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Who says just because summer is over, the Outer Banks is boring.  The fall is still an awesome time to visit the Outer Banks as the temperatures are still mild and warm.  Here are just a few events that we found to keep the fun coming.  If you’re in the OBX in November or over [...]

Long Time No Post

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My, hasn’t it been a while since my last post! I have been very busy on my summer vacation. For instance, I have  been to the beach a few times, and yes, that includes a visit to paradise!  >insert cheesy smile here< . First, I just wanted to say a few things. One, I do not answer spam, it [...]

Our Week In Paradise

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Last week, we came home from paradise, a week in the amazing OBX. Life was great down there, we did so many things, such as: The Corolla Race Way

July 4th Firework Shows Are Cancelled

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For some, July 4th just won’t be the same. For Ocracoke, Avon, and Hatteras Village, the fireworks displays have been cancelled for this year, due to new regulations, coupled with lack of funding and some other factors. It’s not apparent if last year’s explosion that killed four people and severely injured one, in Ocracoke, is [...]

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse News

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The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will open for the public on april 16. It will be a “Fee-free” day as it has been in the past for those local community members to climb the tower. Things You’ll Need To Know, Before You Go The climb is a long and tough climb, with 248 steps, it can [...]

Outer Banks Recipes

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Ok, we know that cooking in a beach house can be some-what difficult (trying to find pans, etc). So here are some recipes that won’t be so difficult, and will fit right in with any dinner! Appetizers Hot Crab Dip 1 Lb crab meat 2 8oz packages of cream cheese 1 pinch (or more) Garlic [...]