Kid-tested, kid-approved ways to play, eat, and explore history in these coastal communities.
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Six Small Businesses Making Waves in Hampton Roads
Just a short drive across the state line, visitors find a diverse concentration of local artists, chefs, and brewers turning the Tidewater region into a destination.
What to See & Do on Elizabethtown’s Broad Street
Where to shop, sip, and chow down on a smashburger on Bladen County’s iconic thoroughfare.
Streets With a Story: Elizabethtown’s Broad Street
This storied stretch in the Coastal Plain chronicles a past faithfully preserved by local historians, evolving from a pivotal Revolutionary battleground to a welcoming corridor of beloved businesses and ancestral dwellings.
From Trails to Skies: An Inspiring Weekend in Burnsville
Sip craft brews, meet local artists, and stargaze after sunset with 48 hours in Yancey County.
Beach Bunnies
At a Wrightsville Beach resort, a most unexpected resident frolics through sandy dunes and secret gardens.
A Springtime Guide to Boone and Beyond
From visual and performing arts to beautiful Blue Ridge landscapes, handcrafted and natural beauty flourishes across this mountain community.
A Gardener’s Guide to Moore County
A local expert shares their favorite ways to find spring blooms and natural beauty in Pinehurst, Southern Pines, and Aberdeen.
Your Guide to Edenton
Follow trails through time and stay in historic inns along the banks of the Chowan River.
