Close your kitchen for the Thanksgiving Holiday Week, call your family and friends, and book a spacious cottage in Corolla for a Thanksgiving holiday at the beach! Start a new tradition! You can share the joys of cooking with your friends and family, skip the house clean-up chores by hiring a cleaning service, and relax at the shore. Or, hire a personal chef to do the cooking for you!
November is one of the peak fishing months at the beach. Imagine bringing in a 10-pound striped bass, speckled trout, large blue fish, flounder, or king mackerel! If you don’t want to fish, stop by Frog Island Seafood on the way to the beach and pick up a cooler full of fresh seafood. They will pack it on ice for you!
Don’t forget the oysters! The season started in October, and oysters grow bigger as the weather gets colder. Roast them, steam them . . . put them in your turkey stuffing! Pick up some fresh shrimp, too. You’ll have a Corolla Beach Thanksgiving Feast fit for a King!
Take advantage of seasonal savings and reserve a beautiful beach house for a unique holiday. Use your MORE Card for discounts at Currituck businesses. Get away for Thanksgiving and build some great new memories! Can’t you smell the salty air and hear the sea gulls call?
What is the Currituck MORE CARD?
The Currituck MORE CARD is a wallet-size card that can be redeemed at participating businesses located throughout Currituck County. It provides discounts and specials at tourism-related businesses (e.g.: restaurants, retail stores, accommodations, attractions, gift shops.) The cards are free and available at Currituck County’s Welcome Center in Moyock (106 Caratoke Highway), Visitor’s Center in Corolla (500 Hunt Club Drive), and online by clicking here. The Currituck MORE CARD program is organized through the Currituck County Department of Travel & Tourism.
Where are MORE CARDS accepted?
The Currituck MORE CARD is accepted at participating businesses. A complete list of the businesses can be obtained at the Welcome Center, Visitor’s Center, and online.
What kind of discounts and specials are offered through the MORE CARD program?
Some stores might off er a 10% discount or a buy-one-item, get-one-free special, while a restaurant might give a complimentary dessert or appetizer. There are some restrictions, so be sure and read each business’s limitations.
Rules for use:
Please make sure you read the conditions of this card carefully; discounts will only be applied to the items that are agreed to by the merchants individually.
- The Currituck MORE CARD card is valid from Jan. 1, 2010 until Dec. 31, 2010.
- Currituck County will not be responsible for any business that refuses to honor the offer due to change of ownership, business closing, or any other circumstance out of the County’s control.
- The Currituck MORE CARD is not valid with any other discount or special offered by the participating businesses.
- Discounts / specials are only available at participating locations in Currituck County and may not be available at all business locations (such as chain stores with locations in neighboring counties and states).
Last February my boyfriend and I took a long weekend to stay in the Outer Banks. It was cold and rainy the Friday we drove out. The drive turned out to be very pleasant though. We decided to take the back roads there. We drove past many beautiful horse farms. We took our time and there was no traffic.
We ended up staying at a hotel in Nag’s Head because they were offering a good deal that time of year. Later we went to Kelly’s Tavern on the main drag for dinner and dancing. The next day turned out to be cold but sunny. We headed out looking for some place to eat breakfast. A very quaint local place that is open year round on the beach road was where we ended up and did we have fun. I can’t remember the name of it, but there weren’t a lot of restaurants open on the beach road and that is why we ended up there. But am I glad we did. Not only was the food homemade and good, but the group of regulars that hung out at the restaurant plus the people that worked there were kind of eccentric and very amusing & interesting to gab with.
After we left the restaurant we hit some outlets and purchased some great deals on clothes and household items. I wanted to see the horses of course, since I’m crazy about horses, so we headed on down to Corolla. At the time I didn’t know about the wild horse tours that were available at places like outerbankstours.com. I wish I had because I found out once we got there that you had to have an off road vehicle to go on the beach to see the horses and did not have one. So next time I will be prepared. I was very disappointed but on the way back up to Nag’s Head we stopped at various places on the water and had a very nice time being outside and watching various wildlife and water fowl. I know we ended up at the Flying Dutchman for another meal which was great. Good homemade comfort food at reasonable prices.
On the way back to Virginia Beach we took the back roads home and we stopped at a horse farm so I could feed some apples to some horses because I really had to have a horse experience or die before we got home. Of course we talked to the owners first and got their permission. My boyfriend even got to brush out someone’s horse for them. The horse’s name was Cisco and he was an outerbanks horse that this person rescued. It also turned out that I knew the owner. Her daughter and my daughter took dance at the same place a few years ago. It’s a small world huh?
I am really thinking of planning another long weekend trip this winter to the outerbanks. This time I know to plan better to get the most out of my trip. I would definitely go online to www.visitcurrituck.com.
One stop shopping so to speak. Get the best rates on hotels, best restaurants to go to and find out all the activities you can still do in the winter there. I wish I was there now.
Even as the economy has driven down membership, the Currituck Chamber of Commerce had plenty to celebrate during Thursday’s annual meeting and awards luncheon.
Almost 40 people attended the meeting as Chamber President Shannon Kinser gave the “State of the Chamber” annual report and handed out awards during the event held at The Bank of Currituck in Grandy.
During the luncheon several businesses and individuals were recognized for their work during the past year. The honorees included:
- Gena Martin, who was named Ambassador of the Year. Martin’s insurance agency also was named the Chamber’s “small” Small Business of the Year.
- Powell’s Roadside Market, which was named the “large” Small Business of the Year.
- The Pointe Golf Club/Keefer’s Bar & Grille, which was named Most Attractive Business.
- Wild Goose Rotary Club, which was named the Best nonprofit.
- The Bank of Currituck, which received an award for Community Service.
- David Blackman, a local pastor, who won the Exemplary Service Award.
Read the entire article at the Daily Advance.
There is no question that we all love the Currituck Outer Banks. I have lived here for 6 years and my favorite times are usually in the spring and fall….the weather is perfect and there is still a lot to do. I figured I would find out when everyone else loves to come. Take the poll below and leave comments about why you love the area.
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Every spring, we invite travel writers from all over the country to come experience Currituck County. This year we had 7 writers sign up to participate in the press tour. We had one writer come all the way from Seattle, Washington and others made their way from Boston, Atlanta, New York, Orlando, Canada and Miami. The weather was unfortunately rainy and cool, but we made the best of it. The first day started with a climb to the top of the Currituck Lighthouse, followed by a tour of the Historic Whalehead Club. We ate lunch at Bad Bean Burrito in TimBuck II and then took a wild horse tour. We were lucky enough to see 9 horses total, one of which was pregnant and about to pop. The next day, we started with a tour of Sanctuary Vineyards and some light wine tasting and ended with a Segway tour around Heritage Park and the Historic Corolla Village. It seemed that everyone enjoyed themselves and hopefully we will get some good articles written about the area. We look forward to the next press tour and being able to show more people everything that Currituck County has to offer.
The Outer Banks of North Carolina offer excellent opportunities for family vacations. The multitude of available vacation rental homes allow for extended family members – grandparents, siblings, and cousins – to stay in one place with kitchen privileges and easy access to the beach. Sundays are especially good for families to enjoy time together, and in Currituck County one can find a number of restaurants serving brunch and welcoming anyone with an appetite for leisurely dining with a beautiful view of the Atlantic.
Where is the best brunch in the Outer Banks? It is difficult to choose just one place. If you are bringing the family for an extended spring or summer vacation, you just might have the time to try a few places. During your stay, come check out these wonderful eateries before heading out to the shore.
Big Mama’s - 1152 Ocean Trail, Corolla – Boasting the best breakfast in town, Big Mama’s offers traditional fare and cold seafood salads, homemade pastries, and fresh baked bread.
Bunkers Bar and Grille – 620 Currituck Clubhouse Dr., Corolla – Located in the Currituck Golf Club, Bunkers opens Sundays at 11 AM to the public for patrons to enjoy a delicious lunch before a day on the course or anywhere else on the shore.
First Light Breakfast and Burgers – 793 Sunset Boulevard, Corolla – One of the few places in town that does a mid-week brunch, First Lights serves up fluffy waffles, omelets and Benedicts for hungry folks.
Lighthouse Bagels and Deli – 807 Ocean Trail, Corolla – In the mood for something light? Pick up a dozen fresh bagels with homemade cream cheese for the family. Muffins, rolls, and deli sandwiches round out the wide selection of lunch options.
North Banks Restaurant and Raw Bar – 794 G Sunset Blvd., Corolla – Seafood and burgers, large salads, and a fruity homemade sangria are just a few items available on this extensive menu. The raw bar opens late in the afternoon for oyster lovers.
From simple sandwiches to delicious hot dishes, lunch is served in the Outer Banks. Have a seat and the enjoy the view as you sample the best of Currituck dining.
K. Lively
Where’s the best place in the Outer Banks for martinis? After a day at the beach, stop by Currituck’s premier tapas bars for a bite to eat and a colorful cocktail to wind down the night.
Metropolis Little Bar & Bistro where you need to go for exotic hot and cold tapas made with the freshest ingredients around. The menu changes seasonally, and the martini menu is just as long. Have a seat at the bar and make new friends, or enjoy a cozy table for two with a lovely view. Metropolis is also available for private parties in the off-season.
Metropolis Little Bar & Bistro
520 Old Stoney Rd. Unit K, Corolla NC 27927
252-453-6167
Hours: Sunday – Saturday: 5:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Off season hours: Closed Sunday – Monday | Tuesday – Saturday: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Web site: http://www.metropolisobx.com
For more information on great Outer Banks eateries, visit ComeToOurBeach.com.
