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June 15, 2016 15 Comments

Bald Head Island Vacation

Thanks so much for all of your great road trip suggestions on my last post! Between my Bald Head Island trip last week and my 14-hour drive to Arkansas, I used just about every suggestion and passed the time by talking to friends on the phone and listening to podcasts and Spotify playlists.

I haven’t gotten a post up in quite a while since I’ve been traveling, so I’m excited to finally post about Bald Head Island.

Before I left for Arkansas, I spent a few days at Bald Head Island with a good friend, Riley, and her family. Riley and I drove to Southport, NC, on Tuesday afternoon, parked my car, and took the ferry over to the island. It was my first visit to Bald Head Island, which is a unique beach town because, in addition from needing a ferry to get there, there aren’t any cars on the island– just golf carts.

bald head island ferry ride

The view from the ferry as we pulled up to the island

We stayed with Riley’s family at a beach house and it was a full house with 5 of her 6 younger siblings, plus friends they invited, and Riley’s parents. It was a fun set-up since we could spend some time with the whole group for meals and at nighttime, and then Riley and I did our own thing sometimes, too.

As soon as we got to the house, we changed into our suits and headed to the beach.
bald head island friends

We spent a few hours in the ocean before coming in to shower and eat a late dinner.

bald head island crew

PJs before dinner

Her dad and step-mom put together an awesome meal that included grilled burgers, veggie dogs, and portobello mushroom caps, watermelon, and corn. Riley also brought her own salad ingredients for the two of us so we could put together a quick salad to go with our lunches and dinners.

IMG_3987Riley and I enjoyed our dinner outside on the screened-in back porch with a beautiful view of the sunset and finished off the meal with a few squares of dark chocolate.IMG_3991

On day #2, Riley and I were up early to run before the heat of the day. We didn’t participate but we did run by a “Turtle Trot” 5k that was going on.bald head island turtle trot

Both of us are major oatmeal lovers so we after we stretched and did some quick core work (she’s a good influence on me), we had our customary breakfast of oatmeal (+ cinnamon & raisins) together.oatmeal bald head island breakfast

Then, we changed into our suits to hit the beach for the rest of the day, aside from a quick break for lunch. My beach day #2 and #3 breakfasts and lunches were identical– oatmeal for breakfast and then a grilled cheese, salad, and a handful of crackers for lunch.

No place like the beach for a grilled cheese SANDwich ?

A photo posted by Liv Bane (@livbane) on Jun 9, 2016 at 10:35am PDT

We spent most of our time at the beach swimming in the ocean, although I took a break once or twice to lie out and read on the sand. The waves were big and the beach was uncrowded, just the way I like it. bald head island beach sand

I love days at the beach because I never feel like I’m exercising, yet at the end of each day, I’m totally wiped out from swimming in the ocean, walking on the beach, and staying in the sun.

Day #2 at the beach included dinner at the marina and ice cream– oatmeal ice cream at sunset, to be specific.oatmeal ice cream bald head islandMy other favorite beach activities included bike rides, long walks on the sand, and card games and movies at night. It was a blast and I was sad to have to leave a couple of days early on Thursday afternoon (beach day #3) to drive home to Raleigh.

BUT, I was really excited for my drive to Arkansas that started Friday morning because it took me through Tennessee, and I got to spend a few days with my boyfriend’s family (we met at UNC and he’s from Tennessee). It was fun to see him after being apart for a month, and really great to meet his family.

After a few days in Tennessee, I left on Monday morning and arrived to my grandparents’ house in Arkansas on Monday night after one final 7 hour drive. Then, my internship started Tuesday morning. Phew, I think that catches us up!

So tell me…
What have you been up to this summer?
What’s your favorite beach you’ve been to?
My extended family used to go to Hilton Head every summer growing up, so that area still has a special place in my heart. I loved all of the bike trails!
What are your favorite oatmeal toppings?
I love cinnamon, raisins & almond milk for my everyday oats, or if I’m a little on the hungrier side, a scoop of peanut butter or almond butter or a small handful of nuts is great, too.

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Comments

  1. Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday says

    June 15, 2016 at 12:26 pm

    So fun! Jealous of your proximity to the beach 😉
    If we do big family vacations, we usually rent a giant house in the Outerbanks, which is always a lovely mix of fun and chaotic. I think this summer I’m just hoping to do a long weekend girls’ trip with my mom since we all have busy schedules, but that should be fun.
    Good luck with your internship!

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    • Liv says

      June 15, 2016 at 2:53 pm

      I’ve heard good things and have always wanted to go to the Outer Banks since they’re just a few hours from were I live! Hope you get to do a fun trip with your mom this summer 🙂

      Reply
  2. Brie @ Lean, Clean, & Brie says

    June 15, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    Looks like you had a great vacation, and what better way to get ready for an internship than to head to the beach for a few days! I hope your internship is going well 🙂 Can’t wait to hear about it!

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    • Liv says

      June 15, 2016 at 2:55 pm

      Thanks so much, Brie! It was a fun and really relaxing few days!

      Reply
  3. Kristy from Southern In Law says

    June 15, 2016 at 4:22 pm

    Hooray for a successful road trip! This really looks like the ultimate summer vacation – sun, surf, sand, icecream, good friends and good food? Totally a winning combination!

    I hope your internship is going really well, gorgeous! Can’t wait to hear all about it! <3

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    • Liv says

      June 15, 2016 at 9:24 pm

      I’m so relieved to have made it and the drive wasn’t as bad as I expected it to be!

      Reply
  4. Carol Eiseman says

    June 15, 2016 at 7:39 pm

    So glad you are shadowing the lawyers at the firm. Maybe you’ll want to go to law school!

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  5. Alyssa says

    June 15, 2016 at 9:46 pm

    Sounds like a fun trip!! Yay for friends who like oatmeal 🙂 and that ice cream looks so good! Glad you go to see your bf and his parents too!

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  6. masala girl says

    June 16, 2016 at 10:51 pm

    oatmeal ice cream?! :O adding that to my bucket list!! my step dad would love it too, he LOVES oats and will eat them in any form. especially if it’s an excuse to eat dessert xD
    i used to hate oats- i know, i know- but then i discovered i like steel cut oats with frozen wild blueberries! i love the bite of steel cut + the size and pop of the bluebs 🙂

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    • Liv says

      June 17, 2016 at 11:21 am

      I’ve been wanting to try steel cut oats but haven’t yet! I have a feeling I’d love them because I’ve never tried oatmeal I didn’t like (other than the sugary instant packets!)

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  7. Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says

    June 20, 2016 at 9:33 pm

    Jen from Peanut Butter Runner always says sandwiches taste better at the beach, and I agree! Especially grilled cheese, I imagine. *heart eyes*
    Looks like you guys had a fantastic vacation!! p.s. your swimsuits are so cute!
    Have a great time in Arkansas! 🙂

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    • Liv says

      June 22, 2016 at 4:49 pm

      Grilled cheese is so good anytime and I fully agree with Jen! Hope you’re having a great summer, Alison!

      Reply

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Hi, I’m Liv! I originally started blogging to share easy meals I made in my college dorm kitchen. Years later, as an attorney now, my goal is still to share delicious, approachable recipes with simple ingredients. You can most often find me running, eating ice cream, and making a mess in my kitchen. More...

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