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My family & I would like to be able to ride ATV's while in obx. We
would prefer to ride our own but would consider renting. We are not
interested in going on a guided tour if at all possible. Please
help!!!!
-- mia biller - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 18:50:01
We are wanting to take a vacation by taking the ferry around the
north carolina islands and tent camp
-- Billie Jean George - Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at 11:13:25
Hello, My wife and I are an old retired couple. I am 75, my wife is
55. We live on a small farm in Missouri. I have accomplished most of
the things I ever wanted to do, except go to a claimbake. Recently on
TV I saw an old man walking along a shoreline, looking for clams. If
you know someone around my age who enjoys this, maybe he would like to
show this old man how it is done. Thank you
-- john Doe - Thursday, February 26, 2004 at 12:08:36
I would like information on horse back riding on the coast, seeing
the lighthouses, hang gliding, seeing wildlife esp ducks. WE are
thinking about coming down 2-13-04 getting married and spending a few
nights. coming home 2- 15-04 thank you for any information. DEB
-- deb marston - Saturday, February 7, 2004 at 19:08:09
Is there anywhere on the outer banks that you re permitted to ride
atv's. (your own atv's).
-- Debbie Bane - Monday, January 26, 2004 at 14:07:14
We are looking to rent a cottage or house in the outer banks this
year & wonder if anyone can tell us where we can stay with our spoiled
Australian Shepard/Lab Athena. she got so sick the last time we went
away she didn't eat for a week and we really need to get away.
-- Tom Link - Friday, January 16, 2004 at 09:32:30
We are coming in July for the first time to vist Kill Devils Hill, NC
one of our party spouse can't make the whole trip, is there a flight he
can take from Baltimore, MD or Philadelphia, PA to the OB and the
travel time to go pick him up is less than an hour. Or do you have
another suggestion, they are trying to void bringing 2 cars down. This
would be a one way trip. Help?
-- Parrino Jan - Sunday, December 21, 2003 at 11:30:57
what is the closed airport for nags head north carolina
-- ellen herman - Tuesday, November 18, 2003 at 14:28:49
Hello again. Back in September I listed a motel to stay in around
the Buxton/Hatteras Village area that was really nice and affordable.
It was the Sea Gull Motel. That motel is no longer there. It was one of
the fatalities from Isabel. Also, if the gentelman who asked about
finding a NICE beach to stay at on the Outer Banks is on today, all I
have to say is... ALL OF THE BEACHES ARE NICE!!!!!
-- Shanda Rippeon - Thursday, October 9, 2003 at 12:09:39
My Fiancee & I would love to get married by the lighthouse in Cape
Hatteraus. Is that possible... do people get married there? If so,
where would someone obtain information on where to start? Please
respond to me as soon as you can as we would like to be married before
December. Thank you for any assistance... it is greatly appreciated!
Jacqueline Holland
-- Jacqueline Holland - Monday, September 15, 2003 at 13:51:11
If anyone out there is looking for a nice, cheap, place to stay in
the Buxton, Hatteras, area, I'd recommend the Sea Gull motel. It's
right on the beach and the rooms are very roomy and clean. My favorite
so far.!!!! Also, does anyone remember the Vacationer Motel in Nags
Head? You know, the one they bull-dozed and replaced with 4 condos? Oh
wait that's happening everywhere! I really miss that place!!!
-- Shanda Rippeon - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 18:14:50
Hello everyone... I am from PA and am going down to Avon for the Red
Drum Tournament that Frank and Fran are holding. The latest I've ever
been to the Outer Banks was during the last week of September. It was a
nice temperature but rained alot. I will be coming down October 22 to
the 26th and need to know what to wear. I will be fishing alomost all
day and alot during the night time and wee hours of the morning. Is it
usually cold and windy during this time of year? I know weather varies
but on average. I noticed that alot of fisherman wear the waders. Is
that recommended? I'm only a 20 year old female and I am not that
experienced in catching big fish either. I just need to know what
clothing to bring along down there. Long sleeve shirts and long pants?
It would be really nice if it was still warm enough to wear shorts at
least. That way I wouldn't have to worry about my pant legs getting wet
while casting or if the waves splash me. Any suggestions?
Anybody????????? Thanks~
-- Shanda Rippeon - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 18:09:11
My husband and myself are flying from Detroit to Raleigh Sept.
3,2003. There we will join my daughter and her huband. We are planing
to go to Corolla on the 4th and 5th. Is there a commuter plane from
Raleigh area to the outer banks area. I hate to spend 6 hours in the
car if we are able to fly in minutes.
-- Renee Barath - Friday, August 29, 2003 at 19:32:29
We are travel to the Outer Banks Sept.16-22 03 will I need hotel
reservation. Dave
-- Dave Preimesberger - Tuesday, August 19, 2003 at 15:11:52
My wife and I are traveling to the Wash.D.C.for a wedding in Sept. in a
23 ft. class C motorhome. We are planning to come back south along the
outer banks can we put the motorhome on the ferries ?
-- Art Shirey - Sunday, August 17, 2003 at 14:01:16
would like to know if there is an easier way to get to the obx than
i-95. I will be traveling from pittsburgh on 8/22. please e-mail if u
have an alternate route. thak you.
-- bill mooney - Monday, July 21, 2003 at 12:57:01
We would like to take the ferry(s) from any point of departure near
New Bern NC to Virginia Beach. Can you recommend the best departure
point and closest arrival point to Virgina Beach? Can the trip be made
in one day? Thanks!
-- Jim Hampson - Thursday, July 17, 2003 at 09:22:32
With the recent road contruction and new routes, what is the best route
from Eastern PA to South Nags Head, Outer Banks? We took Route 13 once
before. I heard it is better than 95.
-- Donna Cunningham - Tuesday, July 15, 2003 at 10:23:52
We are vacationing in Nags Head in two weeks, 7/26-8/2. Mile marker
#18. We are a family of four, 2 children age 11 looking for some
information on horseback riding within OBX. Tour companies, beach or
nature trails, directions, rates, etc. Thanks, The Kern Family
-- scott kern - Saturday, July 12, 2003 at 17:02:29
I would like to take a commuter flight out of Avon to North Carolina
airport in August. Can anyone tell me if they know how to go about
doing this? Phone number? Thanks, Chrisitna
-- Christina Glen - Friday, July 11, 2003 at 20:13:42
I am going to a family reunion and I need directions to best western
ocean reese suite in kill devil hill Nc
-- daniel mathieu - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 11:32:01
I would like to either come by Flight, Bus, or Train to Corolla, NC.
Are any of these an option and if so where could I look for pricing, to
see how much it would cost?
-- Crystal Totten - Sunday, June 15, 2003 at 21:30:34
we went to nags 6/21/02 for the week and had great weather. the home we
stayed in had a book for memories and many people wrote about a bug
problem, flies mosquitos, etc. did we luck out and not have any problem
because we didn't have any rain or can i expect that with this year's
extremely wet spring season so far that i'll need to bring a lot of bug
spray for vacation week 6/21/03?
-- donna mac - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 19:44:52
Hi - I'm planning a trip to the Outer Banks in early October - off
season. Can anyone tell me about the weather conditions, and more
importantly are the resturantes / shops still open during this time.
Thanks, Crissy
-- Crissy Labuta - Thursday, May 22, 2003 at 09:38:50
Can you give me information on the ferry that runs from the mainland in
NC to the Outer Banks ? We are travelling in June from SC. We need to
know how soon and where to order our ferry tickets, directions to the
ferry, say from Moorehead City, and what time we need to be at the
ferry landing site. Thanks Sid
-- Sid Tiwari - Tuesday, May 20, 2003 at 11:24:46
I need someone in the area to give a sense of how the Outer Banks
might be in September, when I wish to have a wedding ceremony of sorts
on the beachfront. We're inviting about seventy people, though even a
75% attendance would be surprising. However, ideally there needs to be
a central cluster of accommodations available for everyone possible.
The ceremony itself is another issue. Does the idea of such a huge
wedding party descending upon the beach on one of those weekends sound
do-able? If you think you have a feeling for how it might play out,
your comments are gratefully welcome! Thanks, Howard
-- Howard Lim - Monday, May 12, 2003 at 22:24:06
We will be coming to the outerbanks in june for two weeks and we will
be staying in timeshare units. We would like to bring our dog and we
are wondering if there are any places where we would be able to board
our dog and take him out during the day? If so what would the cost be.
Thank you
-- ANNE JAKUB - Wednesday, April 30, 2003 at 16:01:06
my family and i will be traveling to outer-banks in two weeks. ive
heard of three different ways to get there. if anyone could tell me the
best way that would be awesome! i'm up for suggestions. thanks alot!
-- drea hamby - Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 08:18:34
Can anyone e-mail me if they have had a great camping experience in the
summer that was cheap with the name of the campground, thanx!
-- Erin Cox - Sunday, March 23, 2003 at 07:01:58
A couple of Friends And I are coming down in April to find Jobs for
the summer. This will be the first year to visit the Outer Banks. We
know some people who live there in the summer also. We are joining them
and looking for jobs? Any suggestions on where to look for employment
for Two Females?>ages 19 and 17. I will be 18 in July and my friend 20
in August.
-- Kelly Halleman - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 09:56:14
Going to the Outer Banks in June. Want to bring ATV. Are there any
trails or any place to ride legally.....
-- Tom Gastio - Thursday, March 20, 2003 at 22:22:28
Do you have a phone # for Pebble Beach Motel?
-- Garry Lewis - Sunday, March 16, 2003 at 09:05:44
I am seeking info about Casey Island. Who was the Casey for whom it
is named? My ancestor, Jeremiah Casey, lived in Wayne County from
1754-1796 when he moved to Richmond Co, NC.
-- Charles Casey - Monday, January 6, 2003 at 14:03:08
On 12/28/02,my wife and I are celebrating our 1 yr wedding
anniversary. We are wanting to take a 2 night getaway preferably on the
ocean. We both have been to Outer Banks area and really like it. Could
someone suggest some nice places to stay? We would prefer oceanfront,
decent view, and some privacy. Thanks!
-- Joseph Luttrell - Tuesday, December 26, 2002 at 09:45:54
I'll be in Salvo for a week in June 2002. Where do people play beach
vollyball on the outer banks? Where is the best golf?
-- Dave Taylor - Wednesday, May 29, 2002 1:09 PM
Hi, I'm looking for an inexpensive motel that allows dogs for the
week after Easter
-- J Martin 02/20/2001
Our friend plans on meeting us in Avon in October, 2001.She would
like to fly. What airline do you suggest from New Orleans to the Outer
Banks?
-- Dolores McCoy 2/20/2001
Hi, we are planning an early June trip, we are staying in Duck and
need info on regulations, places to ride and things to watch out for.
Any input would be appreciated. Thanks,
-- 1/24/2001
Hi I was just at your web site, getting the ferry schedule, and OI
noticed that it was for 1997. Do you have a current schedule...I need
one for July 1999. Thanks, Janie
-- janie submitted 6/11/1999
Editor's Note: Ferry schedule is at http://www.dot.state.nc.us/transit/ferry/
Okay, there are certain places you have to go for certain things to
eat on the Outer Banks. HURRICANE MO'S for the best steamed oysters
ever (beer and wine only)! CAPT'N FRANKS for the best hot dogs! CLARA'S
for the absolute best ever she-crab soup! DAIRY MART for the best
hamburger you will ever put in your mouth (outside dining only!)
ELIZABETH'S CAFE all around yummy! For great tuna taco's, it's gotta be
GOOMBAY'S. JOHN'S DRIVE IN for tuna boats with fried okra and don't
forget the peanut butter milkshakes (outside dining only!) THE OASIS:
you have to go get the BELLRINGERS! Raw oyster on a saltine cracker
with horseradish, hot sauce and a jalapeno; a buck a piece. Your nasal
passages will be clear for weeks. My record is six. If Mark makes them;
I can only do three. THAI ROOM for the sauteed soft shells. We lived on
the Outer Banks for nearly 10 years but go back at least twice a year.
Just got back from our 11 days during Easter 99. Had a wonde! rful time
-- B&J submitted 4/16/1999
HI TAMMY, Your best bet from Indiana might be to drive to
Cincinnati, from I-74, take I-275 South through Northern Kentucky,
drive across the I-275 bridge back into Ohio, then take the route 32
exit from I-275. Follow Route 32 (mostly 4 lane) East until it joins
Route 35 South in Jackson, Ohio. Take Route 35 South to Galipolis,
Ohio, cross the Ohio River into West Virginia, stay on Route 35 and go
South until it joins Interstate 64 at Nitro, W.V. Follow Interstate 64
South to its intersection with Interstate 81 North to pick-up
Interstate 64 South East into Richmond, Viriginia. Take I-64 on into
Norfolk, Va. and look for signs for Route 168, Great Bridge. You might
have to take another road to Route 168. Follow 168 South through Great
Bridge and cross the state line into North Carolina, then follow Route
168 into a town called Barco...watch for the intersection of Route 168
and Route 158, follow 158 South and STAY on Route 158 across the bridge
to Nags Head, Outer Banks!!! Driving time from Indianapolis should take
about 13 1/2 to 14 hours with a couple of stops for gas and comfort.
Call Twiddy Realtors, Corolla, for the best beach houses on the beach.
They are a pleasure to work with. Have a great and happy trip! If you
want a scenic along the river drive, follow I-74 from Indianapolis to
I-75 South, get in the far left lanes and follow the downtown exits to
Fort Washington Way (Route 50) and take Route 50 East to Delta Avenue,
about five miles east of CIncinnati. Make a right onto Delta Ave., then
a left onto Kellogg Avenue. Follow Kellogg Avenue (Route 52) through
Portsmouth, Ohio and cross bridge at Chesapeake, Ohio and take route 52
to I-64 East into Huntington, W.V and follow earlier course above to
Richmond, Va. This is a scenic route but their are many little towns
with radar traps so you really have to watch your speed....
-- Scott Wallace submitted 2/16/1999
2/11/99 We're staying in South Nags Head the last week of July.
would like best auto route from western Mass. Got some great vacation
ideas from the travelogue. Noticed there are several short bike trails.
Are they far apart? Also has anyone had difficulty getting security
deposit back from Stan White realty?
-- lynette submitted 2/12/1999
For the latest flight information to the Outer Banks, check out the
Dare County Regional Airport web site at http://www.fly2mqi.com . Many
of the local business people have linked to the site so you will be
able to get the latest weather and other information. Keep an eye on
the "Whats New" page for up dates on our possible SCHEDULED AIR SERVICE
to Manteo.
-- Tim Gaylord submitted before 12/31/1998
I need to get from Whalehead or vicinity to Knoxville on the 14th of
August. Is there still a charter flight operating from that area to
Knoxville? Bus service? One way car rental? Thanks Dennis at
-- Anonymous submitted before 12/31/1998
I grew up on the Outer Banks, and wanted to suggest that visitors
take the Highway 264 route to or from the Outer Banks for a unique and
pleasant ride through eastern North Carolina. Be sure and visit
historic Lake Mattamuskeet, Mattamuskeet Lodge, and the Octagon House.
In the winter, the area abounds with wild Canadian gesse and tundra
swans. In the spring, the new crops peeping through the rich, black
dirt are breathtaking; and in the autumn, the bounty of the harvest is
awe inspiring! There are a couple of B&B's, a few family-owned motels,
and a couple of good restaurants featuring fresh seafood. Hyde County
truly is God's country, and definitely worth the detour! The Greater
Hyde County Chamber of Commerce (on the Web) is always happy to send
information.
-- submitted before 12/31/1998
Can anyone tell me what is the best way to get to the Outer Banks
from Ohio. I am going to be staying in Salvo during July 98. All the
internet map sights and AAA tell me to come down from the north through
Norfolk VA. Would it be quicker to come in from the west on 64. Thanks
for your help.
-- Matt Burr submitted before 12/31/1998
Will be traveling from Detroit to the Outer Banks August 21, 1998.
Looking for the best route to take. Also looking for places to stay
along the way. Can anyone help?
-- Kirsten Wesley submitted before 12/31/1998
In August I will be traveling from NJ to Ocracoke. What is the best
way to reach the island. Option 1 is to fly into Raleigh Durham and
take a puddle jumper to the island - not crazy about taking the puddle
jumper. What other options do I have? submitted 6/16/98
-- J. Moir submitted before 12/31/1998
The easiest route to the Outer Banks for those of you not driving,
is to take a flight into Norfolk International Airport and then take a
commuter flight to the Outer Banks. The name of a good commuter airline
is Piedmont Aviation (Outer Banks Airways), which will fly you rather
inexpensively to either Manteo or Kill Devil Hills. Their # is 919
441-7677. Enjoy!!
-- jody ference submitted 5/19/1998
Can anyone tell me the best way to reach the outer banks from
Oklahoma City. Should we fly into Raleigh/Durham or Norfolk. One of the
older comments listed RD with a N. State Air flight to Frisco, however
the 800 number listed is not being answered - the number listed was
1800-831-8208. Can anyone help? Is it better to rent a car from RD or
Norfolk? Thanks for any help!
-- M3nJ submitted 4/28/1998
Editor's Note: The closest airport is probably Norfolk. It's about a
5 hour drive from RDU depending on where on the OB you go and something
like 2 hours or less from Norfolk. Sorry - I'm not familiar with the
local flights - perhaps someone else can contribute here?
There's a great service out of Norfolk International Airport to take
travelers to the Outer Banks... BROWN AUTO EXECUTIVE SEDAN
757-622-7441. From one to 12 passengers. Door to Door round trip or
one-way service available all year long 24 hours a day. reservations
24hour ahead requested.
-- Bob Miller submitted 2/25/1998
We are inquiring about the "beaches" of the Outer Banks. We will be
vacationing somewhere on the Outer Banks this summer and one of our
primary concerns is the "beach". We are looking for a wide beach where
we can spread out and not be bothered by other beach-goers (and
vice-versa as we have three active youngsters!). We also want a beach
with a gradual slope into the ocean (our children are under 10) and
weak undercurrent. We would appreciate your comments and/or
recommendations. Thanks! Mark Lynam Mount Joy, PA
-- Mark Lynam submitted 2/22/1998
We are coming in from Dallas, is it easiest to fly into Norfolk and
drive in with a rental car? We will be in Ocean Hill. With 2 kids, need
the easiest way.
-- jane submitted 2/21/1998
We'll be traveling to the outer banks for a week long family reunion
on July 5, 1998 and wanted to know the best and most cost effective way
to get there from Massachusetts (western mass, the spfld area). Car
rental, fly or i had even considered taking a train into dc and renting
a car from there. where would closest train station be or the closest
airport????????????? driving is always an option but i don't know if i
really want to do that.........drove to fla once and swore i'd never do
that again, i was climbing the car walls just into
jersey!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and this time it'll be with an eleven year
old..............any help would be appreciated.........thanx
-- KTomasini submitted 1/15/1998
Does anyone know of any public transportation (bus, train etc.)to
get from DC to Southern Shores/Kitty Hawk? Eliz City seems to be the
closest Greyhound stop. Is there a way from there? Thanks. JIM
-- J. Turner submitted 12/29/1997
I might be helpful to have a current ferry schedule. kim west
-- () submitted
11/25/1997
Editor's Note: The North Carolina Department of Transportation
maintains a ferry schedule at:
http://www.dot.state.nc.us/transit/ferry/. I'll see about making
sure that we don't have any old ferry info online here.
Our trip was 7/26-8/2/97. TRAVEL-From Pittsburgh, took 9 hours to
get there, 12-1/2 to get back. We left OB at 10:00 AM Sat. Our friends
who stopped for breakfast in OB on the way back left 1-1/2 hours later,
got home only 1/2 hour later than we did. Two lane roads in NC (under
construction to make 4) were part of it but mostly rubber-neckers
watching tire being fixed accounted for the delay. Women, make sure you
have extra tissues in your pocket--rest rooms all out of bathroom
tissues.
-- Nancy Pulsifer submitted 8/4/1997
If Gordon Campbell can stand the I95 traffic headed south on
Saturday, "8"/2/97 (9/2 is a Tuesday) I'm sure he can stand Route 50
over to Route 13. Route 13 will take him over the Chesapeake Bay
Bridge/Tunnel which I think is a fun way to go. We've seen a battleship
passing by and many tankers and freighters. Seventeen miles across the
mouth of the bay only 20 feet or so off the surface of the water. On
6/28 a tanker passed over our heads as we were in the tunnel (glad he
stayed in the channel!). We took the ferry from Cape May, NJ to Lewes,
DE. It took us about 6 hours from the time we left the ferry terminal
in Lewes to KDH with a 20 minute stop at Stuckey's in Mappsville, VA.
Traffic wasn't too bad until we got to the bridge crossing Currituck
Sound.
-- Mike Torpey submitted 7/8/1997
What is the quickest way to get from Charleston, SC to Kitty Hawk,
NC?
-- cecil submitted 6/9/1997
Editor's Note: Fortunately or unfortunately (depending on your view)
it's not a direct path between my 2 most favorite spots. If you're
looking for speed, I recommend taking the Interstates. 17N from
Charleston is pretty good and scenic, I'd take that to Wilmington, NC
and then work over to I40 (otherwise you're having to take I26 West to
I95 North to I64 East). On I40 start working your way up to I64 east
which will take you through Manteo and to the Outer Banks. I just tried
a run on shortest route on MapsOnUs (www.mapsonus.com) and they
recommend I17 north out of Charleston all the way until you hit I64 in
NC. This is 400 miles versus 452 for the I26 to I95 to I64 route. I've
done both the I17 route and the Interstate route - both are long just
one is much prettier than the other. Have a good trip!
I need to travel from the Outer Banks (Avon) to get to Charlotte NC
airport, by 5:00 PM on 6-9-97.
1) Is there a taxi/airport van service to a nearby airport (like
Norfolk)?
2) Is there a car rental convenient to Avon, for drop-off at a nearby
airport?
3) Any other suggestions?
-- Chuck Warren submitted 5/30/1997
We'll be travelling to the Outer Banks (Duck) this summer. We will
be flying from Los Angeles. Is Norfolk, VA the best alternative. I
heard a suggestion on a flight from Raleigh/Durham, but is that
realistic? I don't want to depend on a puddle-jumper! Thanks for your
help!
-- Matthew Hall submitted 3/3/97
Editor's Note: While you'll have many more options flying into
Raleigh/Durham, it's a 5 hour drive to the Outer Banks. I understand
that many people do foly into Norfolk and then drive the rest of the
way. Anyone else with thoughts on this?
My family will be heading down to the Outer Banks the weekend of
October 12th from Wisconsin. We will be stopping in Ohio to pick up my
parents. We would appreciate any suggestions on the best route to the
OB from Columbus, Ohio. Thanks much! 10/2/96
-- Liz McCarthy submitted 10/2/96
we are looking to leave from southern nj to nags head. i have not
been down south in a few years. any suggestions on best route.
thanks...........traveling with 9 and 6 year old. you know daddy are we
there yet
-- mike submitted 9/12/96
I will be traveling to the Outer Banks the first week of September.
I wondered if anyone had suggestions for directions from Pittsburgh?
-- Greg Hope submitted 8/19/96
I am planning to visit the outer banks on 8/10/96. We are travelling
by motorhome and will not be towing. Where and what is closest auto
rental location? We are coming down from the north(rte.13) to rodanthe.
-- submitted 8/5/1996
Editor's Note: Well, I must apologize. I thought I'd posted this
last week - guess there's always one more bug in that software :-(.
Anyway, there are 3 auto rental places that I've found some information
on:
Outer Banks Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge, Jeep, Eagle: 919-441-1146, at
the 5 1/2 MP on the Bypass, Kill Devil Hills.
R.D. Sawyer Motor Company Ford and Mercury: 919-473-2141, in Manteo.
U-Save Auto Rental/Midgette Auto Sales: 800-685-9938, on Hwy 158 in
Point Harbor.
I'm heading to the outer banks (Ocean Hill, n. of Duck) tomorrow am
(Aug 3). I'm starting from DC and wondered whether there is a way to
bypass Norfolk, VA Beach via some thing entitled 664? Please help!
-- jim thomason submitted 8/2/96
Editor's Note: A question I can answer! The 664 beltway allow you to
miss most of Norfolk and Virginia Beach and the old tunnel. I assume
since you coming from DC, that you will be doing the 95/295/64 route
and be approaching Norfolk on 64 East. When you get close to Hampton
Roads and see the Hampton Roads Coliseum, begin looking for the 664
signs. 664 is a fairly new highway and passes around Portsmouth and
Chesapeake. Take 664 to 64 at the Portsmouth/Chesapeake line. You can
pick up 168 from 64 in Chesapeake and continue on the trip to the Outer
Banks.
I'm trying to find out what the best way is to get to Manteo from
Boston. Should I fly to Norfolk and then reant a car and drive the rest
of the way? Please advise. Thanks.
-- Sharon Broder submitted 7/01/1996
Heading to the Outer Banks(Whalehead beach) week of 8/4/96 from
Phoenix AZ-what's the best commercial airport to fly into?(Is it
Norfolk?) and how long is the drive from the airport?
-- timothy E. Mathews submitted 6/11/96
Editor's Note: Norfolk is a reasonable airport and is about 1.5 to 2
hours away. You might also consider the next recommendation in the
travelogue regarding flying into Raleigh/Durham.
One of the easiest and quickest ways to visit the outer banks is to
fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport on North State Air
Service's scheduled roundtrip weekend flight. Leave RDU around 12 noon
(they are very flexible as to departure times and try to accomadate the
passengers schedule) The flight arrives in Frisco (on Hatteras Island)
and Ocracoke a little aover an hour later. Not only do you arrive
refreshed and rested but you get a wonderful view of eastern NC,the
Pamlico Sound and the Outer Banks from the plane. The return trip is on
Sunday. Sometimes you can see dolphin and red drum in the water on the
approach to land. It is neat! You can reach them at 800 831 8208.
-- Ed Coffman submitted 4/26/96
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