Located on 14 scenic acres between the Atlantic Ocean and Currituck Sound, The Sanderling Resort is the only full-service resort on the Outer Banks, recently redesigned to celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2025. Originally named The Sanderling Inn, it opened in 1985, named for the shorebirds found in the area. Rooms at The Sanderling Resort The resort has several … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Sanderling Resort
North Carolina
Weekend Guide to the Outer Banks
The Outer Banks, often abbreviated OBX, is a 200-mile-long string of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina and southeastern Virginia, separating the Atlantic Ocean from the mainland. Known for its natural beauty, rich history, and laid-back atmosphere, it even inspired a popular television show. While this is a weekend guide, you need way more time to explore this … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to the Outer Banks
A Guide to Taking North Carolina’s Ferries
North Carolina offers a rich network of ferries from coastal routes in the Outer Banks and Crystal Coast to inland cable ferries with 21 routes in total. It's one of the best ways to get around, whether you're going to a barrier island for a day trip or taking your car between islands, spotting wildlife along the way. Where Can I Take a Ferry in North Carolina? … [Read more...] about A Guide to Taking North Carolina’s Ferries
Weekend Guide to Beaufort, North Carolina
Beaufort, North Carolina, is one of the oldest towns in the state and has a rich history shaped by maritime life, trade, piracy, and military activity. Originally called "Fish Town," its location on Beaufort Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean made it a strategic port. Blackbeard ran the ship Queen Anne’s Revenge aground near Beaufort in 1718. The wreck was discovered in 1996 and … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Beaufort, North Carolina
Essential Tips for Navigating Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is the primary airport serving North Carolina’s Research Triangle region, encompassing Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. In 1929, Raleigh's first municipal airport opened. It became the Raleigh-Durham Army Air Field in 1943 and served as a training base for the Army Air Corps until 1948. In 2024, RDU handled a record 15.5 million … [Read more...] about Essential Tips for Navigating Raleigh-Durham International Airport
