Explore three western destinations where you can sip at picturesque vineyards, hike to waterfalls, see stunning mountain scenery during iconic drives, and attend a pumpkin festival.
A Night Out in New Bern
Find out where to grab dinner, drinks, and dessert; enjoy live music or a show; and take an end-of-the-evening stroll in this historic coastal city.
Your Guide to Moore County
In the Sandhills, small towns filled with legendary pottery, creative cuisine, and sweet shops are connected by pretty, pine-lined back roads — and the North Carolina Pottery Highway. Ready to take a drive?
Sound & Color: The North Carolina Musician Murals Trail
Take a musical journey across the state as you discover an artist’s series of stunning tributes to homegrown artists — plus where to hear live music along the way.
Made in the Shade: Charlotte’s Al Fresco Dining Scene
In our biggest city, shining skyscrapers form a glass-and-concrete jungle. But there’s plenty of fresh air here, too: in breezy beer gardens, at elevated rooftop restaurants, and on pretty streetside patios.
North Carolina Nature Trails for the Littlest Explorers
Discover family-friendly outdoor adventures on special trails across the state.
Trailblazing in Blowing Rock
From Blue Ridge hiking and craft trails to history walks and horseback riding, you’ll find your path in the High Country.
Three Days in Burnsville
Where to eat, play, shop, and stay during a Blue Ridge Mountain weekend in Yancey County.
Spring Adventures in Clarendon County
Head south to soak in the sunshine as you explore the shoreline of Lake Marion, discover natural wonders in Santee National Wildlife Refuge, explore charming small towns, and more.