Despite what you might have been taught, there doesn’t need to be a special occasion to celebrate when you feel the need for a romantic Outer Banks getaway. All that is needed is a couple in love, some vacation days from work, and the comfortable and romantic ambience of our Pirate’s Cove Realty romantic retreats. You work hard all year, you do an amazing job of raising your kids, and now that they are a little older, it is time to turn the focus back to that one human who works so tirelessly with you every day of the year. And we may be biased, but we think that, maybe with the exception of Paris and Venice, the Outer Banks is the most romantic vacation destination in the world, and this guide will offer all the proof!
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Walking Hand in Hand Along Water’s Edge at Sunrise or Sunset
This first tip for your romantic getaway in the Outer Banks may be considered a no-brainer, but you would be surprised at how many people forget the joy that comes from walking hand in hand, especially on the beach. The sand squishes between your toes, the waters of the Atlantic Ocean curl around your ankles, and the sky turns to fire before lighting up for the day or darkening for the night, and although no words may be spoken, the feelings you feel will be loud and full of happy emotion.
Stop and Smell the Roses
There might be a lot of casual strolls listed on this guide for your Outer Banks romantic getaway, but just think about all the steps you will get in! Getting back to the seriousness of this topic, we may not be experts in romance, but we sincerely believe it is the moments you spent focusing on each other away from the distractions of your children, chores, and work, and in Manteo, getting away to the Elizabethan Gardens located at 1411 National Park Drive in Manteo can be the most romantic of all adventures. Originally designed as a memorial to the lost colony of Roanoke, construction began on the day of Queen Elizabeth’s coronation in 1953, hence the name, and the 10 acres of gardens have been a boon for romance ever since completion in 1955.
Sail into the Sunset
We’re giving your tired feet a break with this next idea for the ultimate in romantic getaways to the Outer Banks: a sunset sail with Downeast Rover. Offering public sunset cruises aboard a 55-foot topmast schooner. You can share the beauty of the sun setting over the sea with new friends or, if you want to be completely alone, why not consider chartering a private sunset sail and sharing the beauty with your favorite human? There will be a captain and mates on board, but they know how to be discreet.
Romance Begins at Home with Pirate’s Cove Realty
Every romantic getaway to the Outer Banks deserves moments of quiet luxury, hours of peaceful comfort, and a beauty that may still pale in comparison to the beauty of your life’s partner, and our Pirate’s Cove Realty romantic retreats are where you will find all of the above!
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