Anglers have your rod and reel ready for the numerous big game tournaments offered at Pirates Cove Marina (www.fishpiratescove.com). The marina is nestled on the west side of Roanoke Sound in a sheltered basin just north of the Roanoke Sound High Bridge. While you are cruising North Carolina, enjoy the picturesque Outer Banks and its beaches. If you decide to stay and enjoy the Outer Banks, dock at Shallowbag Bay Marina (www.shallowbagbaymarina.com) in Manteo, North Carolina. The marina offers the Ship’s Store, a restaurant, fitness center, pocketbilliards and ping-pong tables, swimming pool, hot tub, showers and laundry facilities.