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Be as active – or as laid back – as you like.
This vacation destination is one of a kind. |
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In an area where beautiful beaches and wind-swept dunes are the norm, Currituck has earned the distinction by
USA Today as “one of the best undiscovered beaches on the East Coast.”
For generations of families, the Outer Banks represents the perfect vacation. This area is just a bit less developed than neighbors to the South, and for many folks seeking to reconnect and relax, that’s a very good thing.
It’s not isolated, but it feels apart from hustle and bustle. There’s still plenty of beach where you can spread a blanket, and feel at one with nature’s finest offerings.
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And yet, Currituck and the Outer Banks have so many different ways to spend precious vacation time, and they are accessible to most
Eastern cities in less than a day’s drive. |
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Children of all ages will love learning more about the famed Spanish Mustangs, said to have
survived a shipwreck to become wild horses of the sand. The Corolla Wild Horse fund safeguards these magical creatures and visitors can see one and discover how to help protect this unique aspect of the Outer Banks. There are also wild horse adventures which take you to more isolated parts of the island, accessible only on 4x4s.
For another guided adventure, Coastal Explorations is an outdoor touring company that provides adventure, education and entertainment.
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Families can go it alone with kayak rentals, or take a boat tour, fishing or crabbing trip, to get out there on the water. |
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A number of wine and cheese stores offer wine tasting, gourmet foods, and great atmosphere, while galleries showcase the local and regional arts and crafts inspired by these surroundings.
Currituck Beach Lighthouse, all 214 steps, has been protecting sailors since 1875. For those who yearn to see forever, take a climb to the top and look out over land that is beautiful and still a bit rural.
Horticulturists might enjoy a more low-key activity, such as visiting Harbinger Lavender Farm, located just minutes from the Outer Banks Bridge.
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Children of all ages will love learning more about the famed Spanish Mustangs, said to have
survived a shipwreck to become wild horses of the sand. |
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Environmentally-conscious travelers will find much to enjoy without leaving an imprint on the land. Walk for miles, learn to surf, visit the historic Whalehead Club, explore the area’s wineries, play golf at the Currituck Club, hike along the Pine Island Audubon Sanctuary Trail, paddle the Currituck Sound, watch the coastal and migratory birds, or take a picnic to the beach. A number of marinas offer boats for rent, or pleasant berths to take a break from the water.
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When the day is over, enjoy your own catch, or choose from a number of upscale
or casual restaurants that invite you to linger to discuss the day’s adventures, or plan tomorrow’s diversions.
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A visit may result in another and another. Some arrive and find they can’t bear to leave. Many have come from somewhere else to
enjoy retirement, raise a family, or start a business on the island or the mainland. Bargain hunters will appreciate the
affordability of the Outer Banks, including special $48 per person/per night accommodations
(see http://visitcurrituck.com/affordable-rates.cfm).
These experiences create lifelong memories, found only along Currituck County and the Outer Banks.
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