Local Recommendations

Here at Seaside Vacations, we want to help make your Outer Banks vacation hassle-free, from booking to check-in and check-out, and that includes helping you plan ahead for a fun, safe Outer Banks vacation experience. So we did some research and came up with some recommendations on some of the best allergy-friendly places to eat on the Outer Banks as well as some tips and tricks for how to make taking a vacation with a food allergy a little bit easier. Keep reading for our Guide to Visiting the Outer Banks with Food Allergies!

Nags Head was listed as one of PETA's Top Vegan-Friendly Beach Towns to visit in 2022. With locals and guests from all walks of life, the Outer Banks truly is a melting pot of wonderful ideas and great people, making this one of the easiest places to vacation while still living a plant-based lifestyle. Keep reading for our guide to eating vegetarian and vegan on the Outer Banks as well as some of our suggestions for the best plant-based fare on the beach!

There are so many fun and exciting events happening on the Outer Banks in the spring. From festivals to Easter egg hunts, keep reading for an updated list of upcoming Outer Banks spring events.

One unique activity that has become very popular among families is ghost crabbing… but what exactly is ghost crabbing?

Come enjoy the taste of Muscadine wine and fresh-pressed Scuppernongs at one of the delectable venues on our very own improvised Outer Banks Wine Tour highlighting some of our favorite spots to enjoy a glass on the Outer Banks.

Explore average outer banks water temperature by month. Find the ideal beach rental any time of the year with our OBX water temperature charts!

Want to vacation like an OBX local? Here's a week’s worth of activities you can try. Read more about local favorites, from summer treats to popular landmarks!

When someone says “beach vacation,” many people probably imagine relaxation and tranquility… lounging by the ocean water, tanning by the pool, and generally adopting “island time” where everything moves at a slower, laid-back pace in order to recharge the mind and soul. On the other...

In addition to going to the beach, taking a hang gliding adventure, or enjoying all the fun and history that the Outer Banks has to offer, you’ll also find that the Outer Banks has a wide variety of shops and boutiques to pique your interest and find something for everyone in your family to love.

One of the best things about an Outer Banks vacation is the ability to enjoy fresh-caught local seafood right off the boat at any number of fantastic local restaurants. But when you’re ready to purchase fresh, local seafood to whip up your own masterpiece, the Outer Banks also has a wide variety of local Outer Banks seafood markets that will ensure you’ve got the freshest catch available for your vacation meal. Keep reading to find the closest seafood market to your vacation home, listed by town.