This page is based on the two trips Mom & I made to the Outer Banks, as well as conversations with Andy, Kacie, John & Shannon on February 9, 2013. Even so, by no means is this page a plan, only a point of reference.
Much of the "Itinerary" & "Area Attractions" Mom & I have done on either the first or both previous trips, and enjoyed them. Most have costs involved.
The section of the Outer Banks where we stayed is in the town of Salvo, NC. (map). We like this area, because it is not glitzy, there are very few chain restaurants /stores. There are some local artisan shops and local restaurants. of course, there are the beaches - - not crowded, and you can drive on them . . . with 4-WD
Following is some information. If you need more, please ask.
As of today (2/10/2013) Andy & John have committed to the trip. The house has four bedrooms, leaving one empty.
See you soon,
Dad
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Our 2013 House
Salvo, N.C.
Description
Outer Banks Beach Rules & Regulations
Spring days are usually warm, and are often broken by fast-moving but severe thunderstorms. Winter temperatures are usually cool, though the wind can make them bitterly cold. Spring and Fall days can vary a great deal between these two extremes.
Mosquitoes can be a significant problem throughout the warm- weather months. Clothing should be seasonal, but have extra gear available for wind and rain.
As much as having shared experiences
are GREAT
each of us are on their own. . . . both on the road, and while at OBX.
Should our plans coincide
GREAT. If not, that's cool too.
- Sunday - After Mass (10:00-ish) leave for OBX - Updated - If we follow I-77, I-70, I-68, we should spend the night in Fredrick, Va. (442 miles/9 hours @ 50 mph average) (Super 8)
- Monday - Mom & Dad leave by 8:00 AM (4.5 hour drive @ 58 mpg avg)
Must check in before 6:00 PM
If, separated - meet at this McDonalds Continue to house - visit beach - Monday - check-in - beach
- Tuesday (suggested)- Ocracoke, Hatteras, Frisco...lighthouses, Native American museum, Pirates, and Banker Ponies, Local shops - beach
- Wednesday (suggested)- Roanoke and Manteo...Festival Park, NC Aquarium, Wildlife Refuge - beach
- Thursday - (suggested) local shops- beach or - Kittyhawk...Stack Em High Pancakes, Jockey Ridge, Kittyhawk Memorial, Kite Shop, other shopping
- Friday - Andy leaves - pack for an early Saturday departure - beach
- Saturday - Mom & I leave (8:00-ish) for a stopover in Williamsburg)
- Sunday - early departure
UPDATED LINKS
- Rodanthe
- local detailed - great site!
- Ponies
- Outer Banks
- Jockey's
Ridge
- Ocracoke - click
for video tour
- Roanoke
Island (hour drive
north of Hatteras)
- Hatteras Lighthouse
- Ship graveyard
- Kitty Hawk
- Stuff
lots of info click