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Duck is approximately 100 miles from the airport. According to Travelocity, one can rent a car in the terminal for as little as $25 per day.
STAY
Sanderling Resort
1461 Duck Road, Duck, N.C.
855-412-7866
Family-friendly, oceanside luxury resort with pools, spa, and 3 restaurants. Fall rates from $189
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Corolla Outback Adventures
1150 Ocean Trail, Corolla, N.C.
252-453-4484
Two-hour wild horse tours in wildlife preserve. Adults $50; ages 12 and under $25
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Kitty Hawk Kites and Surf Co.
Multiple locations
877-FLY-THIS
Hang gliding, parasailing, kiteboarding, SUP, kayaking, and more. Rates from $39
Wright Brothers National Memorial
1000 N. Croatan Highway, Kill Devil Hills, N.C.
252-441-7430
$4; ages 15 and under free
Currituck Beach Light Station
252-453-4939
Climb 220 steps to top of 19th-century lighthouse. $8, ages 7 and under free
Whalehead Club
1100 Club Road, Corolla, N.C.
252-453-9040
Historic Art Nouveau manor house. Guided tours from $12
Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education
1160 Village Lane, Corolla, N.C.
252-453-0221
www.ncwildlife.org/Learning/EducationCenters/OuterBanks.aspx
Aquarium, nature exhibits, and programs for kids. Free
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Kimball’s Kitchen
1461 Duck Road, Duck, N.C.
252-261-8419
www.sanderling-resort.com/restaurants-and-bars/kimballs-kitchen
Overlooking the sound, features freshly caught local seafood, prime steaks, handmade pasta and raw bar. Opens 5:30 p.m. Entrees: $24-$49
Lifesaving Station
1461 Duck Road, Duck, N.C.
252-449-6654
www.sanderling-resort.com/restaurants-and-bars/life-saving-station
Casual dining, celebrates Southern coastal cuisine and regional, organic products. Breakfast $8-$15; Lunch $8-$22; Dinner $22-$38
Duck Donuts
1190 Duck Road, Duck, N.C.
252-480-3304
Warm, made-to-order doughnuts with variety of customized toppings. Single $1.20; half-dozen $6.75
Necee Regis can be reached at necee.regis@gmail.com.
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