outer banks vacation in July

We are planning a vacation to the shore south of DC, specifically the Outer Banks or Virginia Beach. We are planning on going in July (probably the first two weeks). Is there anything during that time of year that would negatively impact our vacation? I won%26#39;t mind heat and humidity, but I don%26#39;t like biting bugs! How bad are the mosquitoes and other biting flies? Are there greenheads or the equivalent(I live in MA, and you don%26#39;t want to go the beach in July because the greenheads are SO BAD)? What locations are best for our family -- mom, dad, and two active boys (13 and 11)? I%26#39;ll assume the water temperature is warm in July? Thanks for any help we can get!!

outer banks vacation in July

I would say Va beach I have encountered very few insects there, the outer banks has them but it depends on the wind if there is plenty you have no problem but if there is non they can become a nuisance and yes there are green heads and another called noseeums they just itch

outer banks vacation in July

Hi, it depends on where you stay. The sound side of the outerbanks would have more bugs. I haven%26#39;t come across any mosquitos at OBX. We have vacationed there for the last 4 years. It is a WONDERFUL area for families. It is for family units. Virginia beach is much more crowded and obnoxious. Alot more college age people at virginia. Not that it is a bad beach. It just depends on what you want. We like a nice family oriented area but with some things to do. We stay in Nags Head or kill devil hills. Mainly KDH. It has the most to do. you will find go karts, fishing pier, putt putt golf. Nags head has an outlet mall. I have not found a nicer family oriented beach than OBX. With 11 and 13 year old boys you will want to be in Kill devil area or Nags head. Make sure you eat at Outer banks brewing company. The food is SOOOO good. It doesn%26#39;t look all that from outside but inside it is so nice. The food is presented like the food network chefs would make. They start you off with a a boule bread and oil dip. It is a brewery but it is a restaurant with a brewery not a brewery/bar with food. :o) It is very family oriented as well. I hope this helps.

Thanks!! Very helpful info.

Most towns on the OBX have mosquito control once a week during the summer to keep the mosquito population down. It helps a lot.

We have vacationed in the OBX 6 out of the last 7 years (late August, the week before school starts). We always stay oceanfront or semi-OF. We have NEVER had a problem with mosquitos, unless you head soundside in the early evening. As long as the wind is coming from the surf side, there%26#39;s no worries. We stopped over once at VA Beach on the way down and did not enjoy the college/party atmosphere. I would recommend you try and find a house in South Nags Head. It%26#39;s close enough to all activities, but is located off the beaten path. The water is almost warm in late Aug, but seeing that you%26#39;re from MA, the water temperature should be just fine for you.

Our family goes to OBX each summer in July. We have never had a problem with bugs (there is always a nice breeze). Last year, I will say there were a few days where the wind was coming from the sound (we stayed in Kitty Hawk) and we did get bothered by little tiny black bugs (no see ums?) while we were at the pool. Other than that, never been a problem.

We enjoy both the OBX and VB. AT either place, depending on where you stay, you can ostensibly park your car and walk everywhere. Restaurants and shops might be closer to the hotel in VB and more nature preserved in OBX. Gigantic wide beaches in VB....wide beaches in OBX. Boardwalk in VB...seems like every weekend has an art show, wine thing, music, some kind of festivity. OBX, we find great times of quiet exploring the inner joy of family relationship. (Of course, one can also go to all the stores and golf, etc. on the OBX as well.) VB north and south ends are quieter.

Do remember trip insurance, as one would get anywhere when booking an expensive place several months in advance. Hurricanes and all.

Water temps are great. The OBX gets the gulfstream waters nearby.

Coming such a long distance already, the OBX isn%26#39;t too much further than VB. We go to Corolla usually and it%26#39;s 1 - 1 1/2 hours further drive, arriving during off hours.

Thanks for all of your replies!:)