STORY BY ROBIN SUTTON ANDERS | PHOTO BY VISIT WINSTON-SALEM
At every turn, this City of Arts and Innovation celebrates its past while thriving in the present. Cobblestone streets and historic gardens sit in the shadow of modern skyscrapers and Art Deco gems. And all the while, Southern charm and hospitality make visitors feel like locals.
STORY BY LANE RUSSELL | PHOTO BY JOHNNY ANDREWS
Carolina blue adorns almost every corner of Chapel Hill — even fire trucks sport the sky-blue shade so synonymous with the city’s storied university. Together with its neighbors, Carrboro and Hillsborough, this area boasts a rich history, cultural opportunities, and eclectic dining options.
STORY BY CHLOE KLINGSTEDT | PHOTO BY JOEY SEAWELL
The spirit of the mountaineers who settled here echoes through the streets of this High Country town.
STORY BY KATIE KING | PHOTO BY CHRIS HANNANT
From its northernmost point in Corolla to its southern terminus on Cedar Island, this scenic byway — bound between sound and sea — links the islands and communities of the Outer Banks.
STORY BY HANNAH LEE LEIDY | PHOTO BY STACEY VAN BERKEL
Dressed in a thin, tangy sauce and served with a side of red slaw, this city’s signature style of barbecue is worth the drive.
STORY BY CHLOE KLINGSTEDT | PHOTO BY TOM MOORS
With more than 250 waterfalls, three national and state forests, a state park, a top-notch training center for classical musicians, this mountain town is the conductor of Transylvania County’s symphony for the senses.
STORY BY CHLOE KLINGSTEDT | PHOTO BY ANNA ROUTH BARZIN
Two decades after a 19th-century cotton mill on the Tar River closed, it has filled once more with the entrepreneurial spirit that has defined the area for centuries.
STORY BY JODI HELMER | PHOTO BY WILMINGTON & ISLAND BEACHES, NC
The ocean isn’t the only draw at Carolina Beach, where the boardwalk will remind you of simpler times and childhood summers. Revisit your youth with our guide.
STORY BY LAURA LEE | PHOTO BY VISIT ELIZABETH CITY
Situated on the Pasquotank River, this city welcomes visitors to explore its Harbor of Hospitality, local shops, dining options, and family-friendly activities.
STORY BY KATIE KING | PHOTO BY RYAN KARCHER PHOTOGRAPHY
This small town is a destination for gem enthusiasts, history buffs, and Appalachian Trail thru-hikers, which gives residents plenty of chances to share their beloved mountain home.
STORY BY LARA IVANITCH | PHOTO BY PINEHURST, SOUTHERN PINES, ABERDEEN AREA CVB
Discover where to enjoy a meal, grab a drink, get outside — both on and off the green — and unwind in America’s premier golfing destination.
All aboard! This magic-filled train ride through a Montgomery County wonderland includes seasonal sweets, plenty of cheer, and a few extra-special passengers.
Communities across the state celebrate the holiday season with sparkling lights, vibrant displays, and festive events that bring joy to the world.
North Carolina’s celebrated homes and historic districts are never more beautiful than by candlelight at Christmastime.
The thrill of the hunt takes on new fervor during the holidays. Seek and find in Randolph County, where the bounty of antiques can tempt a picker to abandon her list.
