 (ARA) - The economy doesn't have to spell the demise of your summer vacation plans. You can find affordable, exciting family fun on North Carolina's Outer Banks.
Distinct towns and villages, more than 20 national, state and historic sites, quaint shops, unique coastal restaurants, and more than 100 miles of dynamic barrier islands make the Outer Banks a safe, fun, family-friendly get-away that you can afford, even in this economy.
Outer Banks visitors can enjoy a diverse range of accommodations to suit any lifestyle and budget, from quaint beachside motels, traditional cottage courts and diverse beach home rentals, to historic bed and breakfasts, charming inns and scenic campgrounds. Whether you're visiting for a family vacation or reunion, a romantic retreat for 2, a fishing trip with your buddies or a historic and cultural pilgrimage through the destination's rich past, you'll find accommodations to suit your lodging needs at the best prices on the east coast. Here is just a taste of what's available on the Outer Banks.
Rental Homes
An alternative to hotels and inns that is gaining popularity is the option of renting one of 12,000 rental homes. The choices in location, style, size and budget are practically endless, from mansions on the ocean to inland bungalows. Vacationers can explore the diverse range of rental homes through local rental agencies.
Reasonably Priced Hotels and Luxury Resorts
The Outer Banks boast more than 3,000 diverse guest rooms. Vacationers seeking lodging from all-suite oceanfront hotels to charming independently owned historic motels to luxury resorts would find a range of reasonably priced accommodations to meet anyone's budget. Many hotels and resorts offer indoor and outdoor swimming pools, on-site dining, continental breakfast, Internet access and some even welcome pets.
Bed and Breakfasts and Charming Inns
For more personal service, guests may enjoy the many comforts of home in one of the Outer Banks' bed and breakfasts and inns. Roanoke Island boasts 16 choices and is conveniently located close to Roanoke Island Festival Park, The Elizabethan Gardens, the North Carolina Aquarium, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, The Lost Colony Outdoor Drama and, the heart and soul of Roanoke Island, the waterfront town of Manteo. Hatteras Island and the Northern Beaches provide 14 finely decorated B&B's and inn's nestled along the coastline. Guests can enjoy rooms furnished with antiques, entertainment centers, stereo music and refrigerators.
Close to Nature
Camping opportunities abound from primitive to luxury, oceanfront to sound side. The barrier islands are home to over 22 campgrounds offering swimming pools, electricity, gift shops, RV parking, tent and cabins, hot showers and all the best of Mother Nature's amenities.
You can afford the summer beach vacation you crave. For information on seasonal savings, summer values and specials visit Outerbanks.org.
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