We just got back from a lovely week in the Outer Banks. It was our fourth week-long stay. It’s like heaven on Earth. Mostly.
I’ll offer three quick ways to improve the experience:
- Cable TV. I don’t know what it is, but everyone seems to skimp on their cable package. I know it’s pricey, but it’s important to people who are spending any amount of time in a house. Maybe you don’t spring for HBO, but if you have an HDTV in the house, have an HD plan.
- Shopping. Is there any zoning in the Outer Banks? How many beach-related outlets does one municipality need? Wouldn’t it be better to have a better mix of shops? Helen pointed out how all the shopping seems to be in a race to the bottom right now. She’s not wrong.
- Food. It’s abysmal. There’s a reason everyone cooks at home. I’ve had the most overcooked fish in my life in OBX. Want to know what’s worse? BBQ. You’d think someone would have a well-regarded, family-run spot that people line up to eat. No such thing. Sooey’s and Pigman’s are decent, but I don’t spend the rest of the year looking forward to eating at those places. Could someone step up and fill the void?
Like I said, I always have a great time, but that’s mostly because I unplug from everything and just spend time with friends and family. It doesn’t mean that I have to treat the beach house like a hermitage. Give me a reason to go out and spend money, OBX!