From Morganton to Durham to Fayetteville, here’s where to tube in the snow, restaurant hop like a chef, and settle into Southern hospitality at a historic bed and breakfast.
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A History Buff’s Guide to Fayetteville
From a historic bed and breakfast to exhibits and artifacts at local museums, get a full picture of the past within this Sandhills city.
How 12 Cities Got Their Famous Nicknames
Many monikers are given for brevity or endearment, but cities in North Carolina tend to earn their labels. Whether a nod to history, industry, or maybe even an iconic resident, these nicknames all have origin stories.
A Rallying Resurgence in Fayetteville
Fort Liberty’s local impact extends beyond the paratroopers and planes overhead. In this Cumberland County city’s historic downtown, veterans are leading a rejuvenation.
Fayetteville’s Jurassic Park
On a sprawling farm in Cumberland County, many of the creatures within the enclosures are of the prehistoric variety.
The Woman Behind the Lens
Bayard Wootten became the first woman in the North Carolina National Guard thanks to her innovative photography.
11 Tar Heel Tours
Join some of North Carolina’s expert guides to learn about history and architecture, wildlife and food, and the people who have shaped our state.
Take it Easy: 11 Cycling Trails Across the State
Many of these trails are part of larger greenway or rails-to-trails networks, making the opportunities for exploration nearly endless. All are bike- and kid-friendly, and most provide some level of parking and ADA access.
5 Festive North Carolina Christmas Parades
In small towns and big cities across the state, smiling faces line the streets (and waterfronts) as communities gather to celebrate the season — and get a sneak peek at Santa.
