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Outer Banks, North Carolina

Outer Banks, North Carolina Reviews



Overall 4 star rating4.20 of 5 (by 5 users)




Outer Banks, North Carolina Review Summary

Frequent travelers to the Atlantic coast enjoy Outer Banks, a North Carolina destination. This destination offers beachfront accommodations and reviewers like its peaceful atmosphere and the large vacation houses available for lodging that can accommodate many families. The Atlantic ocean in this area offers great surf and the beaches are mostly free from crowds. The Outer Banks offers some of the “Cleanest Untouched Beaches on the Atlantic Coast”, but there are others who feel the Outer Banks is overrated, like one reviewer who stated, “Too Crowded and Not Family Friendly”. The list of complaints about the Outer Banks includes the expensive cost, commercialization, and parking issues. But the Outer Banks is still a Vacation Destination to consider if you want an ocean front area that is free from massive crowds of people.
60% of people rated Outer Banks, North Carolina  as 5 stars
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20% of people rated Outer Banks, North Carolina  as 4 stars
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Outer Banks, North Carolina Comparison

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Favorable Review
AUG
28
2007
Recently traveled to the Outer Banks of NC.  Specifically, stayed at an oceanfront rental house managed by Twiddy Realty (see www.twiddy.com) on Pine Island.  House was named Silk Grass. — In a word....wow. — House was huge (6 bedrooms incl. 4 masters), clean,… read full review »
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love to travel, married with kids

tfagan
Wilmette, IL
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Critical Review
NOV
20
2007
I grew up going to the Outer Banks, so it is a complete shame to have to bash it now.  It used to be a lovely beach, reasonably priced and family friendly.  Now it is a money making machine only.  The beaches are really crowded and the houses are outrageously expensive.  Forget… read full review »
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mom to boys, adventurous

buttermilkgirl
Richmond, VA
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Outer Banks, North Carolina Ratings and Reviews

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budget conscious traveler, into romantic getaways, love to travel, family traveler

MAR
29
2008
I started visiting the this area about 30 years ago (stayed in the Cape Hatteras area for the first few years) and have not missed a year.  Sometimes I go twice a year and have plans to visit this June and July, I love it.  I enjoy being staying at different locations (Buxton, Salvo, Avon, Nags Head, Kill Devils Hill, etc) and love the lighthouses.  I have seen the growth of the area over the years as well as the prices going up; however you find there where ever you go.  If you search around you can find good deals and there are always coupons available for the… read full review »
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4 star rating
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hisheart2000
Shenandoah, VA



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love to travel, not rich, an avid and frequent traveler, love nature, Beach Enthusiast

NOV
27
2007
Well, I've traveled to many beaches and not many beat the Outer Banks. You can bring your animals, kids, have fires, and even drive on the beach. They are not over crowded and you can enjoy some freedom and space. It's beautiful, warm, and tourist friendly. It's like home, away from home, on the beach. I couldn't recommend a better vacation spot, for a couple, a vacation with friends, or a vacation with family- with or without kids. It can get expensive, but aren't all vacations? It certainly isn't as expensive as going to Disney World. Cook at home, don't go tourist crazy and buy tons of… read full review »
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5 star rating
emlaincz
Quakertown, PA



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SEP
23
2008
Our family has been vacationing on the outer banks for over a decade!  Luxury houses yards from the ocean.  Clean, untouched beaches...keep us coming year after… read full review »
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5 star rating
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mrsfrugalone
Euclid, OH



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