10 Best Islands to Visit in the South

"Part of the Outer Banks and nearly 50 miles end-to-end, this long barrier island contains towns such as Rodanthe, Salvo, Waves, and Hatteras Village and offers ample room for watersports, leisurely beach days, and sightseeing. Recent hospitality additions include Pamlico Station by Edgecamp, a coastal hotel designed by Jonathan Adler. Kiteboarding and windsurfing are particularly popular here; beginners are encouraged to sign up for private or semi-private lessons with REAL Watersports." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines