Elan Vacations

At Élan Vacations we know that people come to the Outer Banks for rest and recreation. We also know that some of those who rent our incredible vacation homes are looking for things do while they are here. With that in mind, below you will find a list of websites that provide a wealth of information about local culture, history, parks and wildlife, and much much more. Please visit the following links which can also be found at...

http://www.outerbanks.org/attractions
Cultural sites:

The Monument to a Century of Flight Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Historic Site Elizabethan Gardens Lost Colony Outdoor Drama Roanoke Island Festival Park Wanchese Fishing Village Wanchese Seafood Industrial Park

Historical sites:

Wright Brothers National Memorial Civil War Trail Fort Raleigh National Historic Site Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Historic Site The Freedmen's Colony of Roanoke Island Lost Colony Outdoor Drama Outer Banks History Center Roanoke Island Festival Park The Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse

Lighthouses:

Bodie Island Lighthouse Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Currituck Beach Lighthouse Ocracoke Lighthouse The Roanoke Marshes Lighthou

Museums:

Airport Museum - Preserving Aviation History Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center The Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island North Carolina Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island Roanoke Island Festival Park The Whalehead Club

Parks and Wildlife:

Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge Cape Hatteras National Seashore Elizabethan Gardens Jockey's Ridge State Park Nature Conservancy at Nags Head Woods North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Roanoke Island Festival Park U.S.A.C.E, Field Research Facility "Duck Pier"

Please remember that while enjoying your fun filled, educational and relaxing time in the Outer Banks, Élan Vacations is happy to provide you with the perfect vacation rental to suit your needs.

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History, Beaches and Fun... The North Carolina Outer Banks!

Rich in history and natural beauty, The North Carolina Outer Banks offer an amazing backdrop to any vacation. Whether you are planning to come spend an entire summer, or a short vacation, Élan Vacations will provide you with a beautiful home base to rent, so you can check out the local beaches and attractions.

It doesn’t matter if you are interested in Kitty Hawk and the Wright brother’s famous flight, or the history of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, The Outer Banks of North Carolina can provide it all along with beautiful beaches, high end restaurants and lots of recreational activities.

So pack your beach bag and let Élan Vacations find the spring break getaway or summer home rental of your dreams. This is not a spring break party town, it’s a family hideaway that’s full of fun.

PS check out our Concierge service http://www.elanvacations.com/concierge.asp

Labels: History, Spring Break, Vacation

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3/6 – Take a Break for Spring Break!

Springtime is just around the corner – warmer weather, budding flowers and trees, and that all important break from work or school!

The Outer Banks of North Carolina area is a great alternative to more overcrowded and out-of-control spring vacation spots. In any of the charming towns along the coast you will find low-key, family-friendly areas that are great for spending time with the kids or having a much-needed mom and dad getaway. Renting a well-kept home through Élan Vacations in this area gives vacationers the freedom to spend their time as they like and feel as comfortable as they would in their own private surroundings.

Book your time early and escape to a vacation spot free from the chaos of the daily grind and the “spring break” atmosphere!

Labels: Spring Break

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