There’s nowhere on earth quite like the Outer Banks, a string of wild but well-loved barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina. Learn more about our 2025 Vacation of the Year.

Pristine beaches await on this secluded North Carolina island, offering quaint vacation rentals, deep-sea fishing, and the tallest brick lighthouse in the U.S.

Ocean City realtors and residents are fighting an ordinance limiting short-term rentals in certain parts of town.

Although Caribbean destinations are always popular, spring is traditionally the cheaper shoulder season, and Jamaica is already an affordable island to begin with. Plus, while U.S. locations like ...

Southern Living announces the winners of its ninth annual South's Best Awards. The annual survey highlights top Southern destinations, accommodations, and experiences, voted on by Southern Living ...

Where to stay: While top summer vacation rentals can book up as early as ... If you would prefer a hotel, staying at the Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk includes all you need for a ...

She also owned the Windmill Point Restaurant which overlooked the Roanoke Sound in Nags Head, as well as a number of vacation rentals that are still owned by a trust in her name that donates its ...

which then funds promotion of the Outer Banks, along with grants for events and tourism-related impacts. Beach nourishment projects are also funded in part using 2% of the hotel room/vacation rental ...