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CNN Money recently named the Outer Banks of North Carolina in their "Honeymoon getaways for less" article. The Outer Banks of North Carolina has been hosting honeymoons for decades and continues to be a popular spot with newlyweds. With miles of pristine untouched beaches, it's easy to find a quiet secluded spot for some quality one on one time with little effort. Skip the hotels while on an Outer Banks honeymoon, vacation rentals are less expensive and provide optimum privacy. Many newlyweds enjoy the solitude and privacy of Hatteras Island .
The 10th Annual Outer Banks Bike Week will be held April 21-29, 2012. The nine day non-stop entertainment and riding event is held where some the world’s most famous pirates patrolled nearly 300 years ago. Cool ocean breezes and over 200 miles of scenic byways, make the Outer Banks the ultimate destination for Bike Week and one of the best spring riding rallies on the East Coast. Sun Realty is offering a special deal for OBX Bike Week patrons. *Special Bike Week Offer :Sun Realty has 2 great offers to get you geared up for 2012 OBX Bike Week!
The 2012 Outer Banks Taste of the Beach is a four day weekend full of tastefully delicious events culminating in the Grand Tasting Finale from March 15-18, 2012. From brew schools to clam chowder cook-offs, Taste of the Beach has something to offer everyone and new events are still being added. Tickets range from $15 to $60 per event. Sun Realty is offering a special deal for Taste of the Beach accommodations. With any 3 night stay, guests will receive 2 FREE tickets to the OBX Clam Chowder cook off, a free early check-in, and a special gift from Sun Realty.
Outer Banks Photo Booths and More are the perfect complement to your Outer Banks beach wedding. A full service color/black and white photo booth will take pictures and dispense them to your guests in less than one minute. Here at Sun Realty, we had the pleasure of enjoying Outer Banks Photo Booths and More at our Holiday Party 2011. Our employees and their guests enjoyed the keepsake photo booth pictures and now our offices and desks are filled with them. We made a video of images from our Outer Banks Photo Booth experience so you could see for yourself how much we had!
The Outer Banks Wedding Expo will be held this weekend, January 6-8, 2012. The 14th Annual Outer Banks Wedding Expo will feature over 200 vendors who will make your dream beach wedding come true. The Outer Banks Wedding Expo features three main events.
Outer Banks New Years Eve Events and CelebrationsOuter Banks Brewing Station Come join the biggest balloon drop and champagne toast on the beach this New Year’s Eve at the Outer Banks Brewing Station. The DC based band FUTURE will be on hand playing their funky New Year’s Eve set all night long. At midnight, the whole bar will enjoy a champagne toast.
If your New Year’s resolution involves spending more time with family, an Outer Banks beach vacation is the perfect way to connect with your loved ones. Whether you’re exploring the miles of uncrowded beaches or climbing a historic lighthouse, you’ll make memories to last a lifetime with your loved ones. Sun Realty is the largest Outer Banks vacation rental company and has a vacation home to suit your family’s needs and budget. Check out our affordable beach vacation rentals below with weekly rental rates under $2,000.
Every year for 18 days in December The Elizabethan Gardens on Roanoke Island are turned into a winter wonderland of lights and floral displays.From traditional Christmas displays to peacocks, butterflies, deer and other garden creatures created with flowers, seeds, and natural elements, there is something for everyone at The Elizabethan Garden’s Winter Lights festival. Each evening during Winter Lights, receive 10% off all items at the Elizabethan Gardens Gift Shoppe and plant sales.
The Town of Duck is hosting their 1st Annual Yuletide Celebration on December 2 and 3, 2011. On Friday, December 2, 2011 join the festivities at local retailers with extended hours and enjoy holiday sales, seasonal decorations, refreshments, and entertainment. Please check with individual stores for hours and promotions. In addition to fantastic holiday sales during the Duck Yuletide Celebration, join local eateries for the Duck Tapas Crawl from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Participating restaurants will be serving one plate of tapas and a cup of holiday cheers for a special prices.
This Friday and Saturday, Santa will be at Kitty Hawk Kites in Nags Head at milepost 12 across from Jockey's Ridge State Park. On Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa will be on hand for pictures and on Saturday, Santa will be available for pictures from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.Join the fun from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, on Jockey’s Ridge State Park for Kites with Lights. This annual holiday event is a lot of fun. Grab a cup of free apple cider and a few cookies at Kitty Hawk Kites then walk over the dunes and see a spectacular sight.
