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2010 Outer Banks “Land of Beginnings” Festival

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2010 Land of Beginnings Festival

2010 Land of Beginnings Festival

2010 Land of Beginnings Festival
April 9 – 17, 2010

The Land of Beginnings Festival is an annual celebration of Outer Banks originals which defines who the OBX is as a community. Events planned at various sites throughout the week include a long list of exciting cultural, educational and entertainment activities.  Participating sponsors include both nonprofits and businesses that subscribe to promoting the future of the Outer Banks by preserving its past.

The dates for the 2010 Land of Beginnings Festival are set for April 9-17. Festival events are geared toward diverse interests and ages and will be located throughout the Outer Banks from Kitty Hawk to Hatteras.

Several Festival events are already planned, the committee welcomes additional events that coordinate within the schedule. Events already planned by the Festival Committee include some of the following:

• Children’s Faire – April 9, daytime,

• Hatteras Storytelling – April 10, evening,

• Living Legend Community Luncheon – April 12, daytime,

• Storytelling – Roanoke Island Festival Park, April 13, evening,

• Storytelling – Black Pelican Restaurant, April 15, evening,

• and a Black-Tie Gala – April 17, evening.

To keep updated with Festival events as they are planned, visit www.thelostcolony.org/Outer_Banks_Festivals.htm . For more information on how you can plan a Festival event, and for a program proposal application, contact The Lost Colony office at 252-473-2127.

New Outer Banks Events

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Whalehead Club

Whalehead Club

Three new events were just added to the Whalehead Club in Corolla, NC

Corolla Pedal-Foot-Paddle
April 7 – Wednesday from 8 am to 1 pm

Join us for a multi-athletic event beginning in Currituck Heritage Park.  The “Pedal-Foot-Paddle” starts with a scenic cycle through Corolla followed by a run on the beach at low-tide, wrapping up with a kayak paddle on the Currituck Sound. 

For the more leisurely-minded enjoy the fun event, “Land and Light”- climb the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, then stroll through the park ending at the front porch of the historic Whalehead Club.  Contestants may participate individually or as a team.  Entry fee includes registration reception on Tuesday evening, and award celebration – including best costume – on race day. 

Whalehead Club “Arts in the Park”
September 1 & 2 – Wednesday from 10 am to 7 pm / Thursday from 9 am to 3 pm

Enjoy this outdoor art and gift show on the banks of the Currituck Sound.  This festival features the talents of artists showcasing a variety of media and quality gifts.  Plus musical entertainment, local food concessions, art auction, and children’s activities!  Admission is free! $5 parking donation requested.

Currituck Heritage Day
October 3 – Sunday from 12 pm to 4 pm

You are invited to a huge lawn party on the grounds of the Whalehead Club to experience the best of Currituck County’s cultural heritage with food and fun for all.  Show off your talents on the main stage in “Currituck Idol!” Enjoy the award-winning CCHS Marching Knights, antique cars, kite flying demos, children’s activities, and local arts & crafts booths – call to reserve your booth space now! 

This is a family friendly event. Dogs on leashes are welcome.

 Admission and Parking are free.

How to Travel to the Outer Banks Using Vacation Rentals

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Seaside Vacations - www.OuterBanksVacations.com

Seaside Vacations - www.OuterBanksVacations.com

Kitty Hawk, NC – (February 8, 2010) – With a TV commercial highlighting vacation rentals having aired in Sunday’s big game, the demand for vacation rental homes on the Outer Banks has soared.  Football fans are discovering why renting vacation homes, condos, villas and cabins is a favorite choice for many versus hotels. Beyond the experiences families and friends build by staying in a home-away-from-home on the Outer Banks, there are numerous benefits to choosing vacation rentals – sometimes in ways you’d least expect.  Don’t miss out on your chance to enjoy an affordable vacation in an Outer Banks vacation rental.

Whether trying vacation rentals for the first time or if you’re one of the nearly nine in 10 travelers who plan to rent again, Seaside Vacations Marketing Director, Adam Norko, offers the following planning tips and insights as a post-game update for visiting the Outer Banks: 

  • CONSIDER BOOKING EARLY:  Vacation rental homes can fill up months in advance, especially during busy vacation seasons.  Summer on the Outer Banks is very busy, and many reservations are made months, if not a year, in advance.  If you have your heart set on a particular house, a particular area, or particular amenities, you may want to consider making your reservation early.  Please call Seaside Vacations at 877.219.3794 to book an affordable vacation for this summer. 
     
  • KNOW YOUR DESTINATION: Whether you are a first-time traveler to the Outer Banks or not, it’s recommended that you become familiar with our special events, seasons and offerings. Here are some activities that guests find most enjoyable:
  • LOOK FOR SPECIAL VALUES: During certain seasons, vacation rental specials can provide even more value, some with homes starting at just $30 per person, per night, with all of the typical amenities of a resort and more. Visit www.OuterBanksVacations.com to become familiar with various vacation rental types, reservation rates as well as exclusive promotions.
  • AVOID AIRLINE BAGGAGE FEES: Most Outer Banks vacation rentals come equipped with washers and dryers.  Travelers may choose to use these perks to pack less clothing, avoiding commercial airlines’ baggage fees and restrictions.
  • USE SPACE TO YOUR ADVANTAGE:  Outer Banks vacation homes and condos can range from 1 to more than 14 bedrooms, often costing less than a single hotel room by sleeping up to 30 guests versus just a few.
  • SAVE ON DINING OUT: With full kitchens, dining rooms, breakfast bars and outdoor grills, Outer Banks vacation rental travelers often make and store meals and snacks for less, including football favorites like homemade nachos during post-season trips. Use our famous fresh-caught local seafood for more memorable mealtimes. This also provides healthy travel options, cutting the amount of calories typically consumed while on vacation.
  • ASK ABOUT AFTER-HOURS SERVICE: When looking into any vacation rental accommodations, check to see if there is an accessible customer service number for emergency needs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and for after-hour requests.
  • ENTERTAIN FOR FREE: Most of Seaside Vacations’ homes and condos include amenities not found in hotels – including private pools, hot tubs, recreation rooms, fireplaces, DVD players, WiFi, and book and movie libraries. Many are also in communities with access to community pools, tennis, fitness centers, the beach, etc.
  • ASK ABOUT PARTNERSHIPS: A vacation should be more than just a house at the beach. It should be time with friends and family, a chance to relax and unwind and an opportunity to experience the local culture. Seaside Vacations is redefining the Outer Banks vacation experience by combining the best things about staying in a private vacation home with the best things about staying in a luxury resort.  Welcome to the exclusive Club Seaside.
  • REMEMBER BIG EVENTS: Whether it’s for football championships or national Bowl games, concerts, baseball series’, basketball or other events, vacation rentals can save fans from the hassle of finding multiple hotel rooms during big events, and on the cost of multiple reservations.

For more information, visit http://www.OuterBanksVacations.com as an official Outer Banks resource. Also connect with Outer Banks travelers and experts in the Facebook vacation rental community at http://www.facebook.com/seaside.vacations and join the conversation on Twitter at http://twitter.com/SeasideVacation. 

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 About Seaside Vacations: 

Founded in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina in 1990, Seaside Vacations is a full-service vacation rental management company representing homes from Corolla to Nags Head.  

Seaside Vacations offers a complete selection of Outer Banks vacation rentals. Guests can choose from 1 – 14-bedroom private vacation rental homes, condominiums, townhomes and villas.  Explore our homes in Duck and Corolla as well as numerous vacation rentals in Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head. 

For more information on Seaside Vacations and their wide selection of vacation rentals, visit www.OuterBanksVacations.com or call a Vacation Specialist at 877.219.3794.