At the first certified Dark Sky Park in the Southeast, a planetarium offers a new way to stargaze and see the universe — and explore Earthly wonders, too.
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A Local’s Guide to Cary
Take a trip to this Piedmont city with a small-town soul, where you can savor award-winning ice cream, explore a peaceful, shady nature preserve, go restaurant- and brewery-hopping downtown, and more.
4 Incredible Breakfasts at North Carolina B&Bs
Where you lay your head at night is only half of the bed and breakfast experience. At these four inns, the recipe for a great stay includes an elaborate morning spread.
Sip and Stay at Hellbender Bed & Beverage
A Blowing Rock B&B switches things up, focusing on beverages instead of breakfasts and paying homage to a beloved salamander found in the waters of western North Carolina.
True Grit in Cherokee
One of the few operational gristmills in North Carolina, Saunooke’s Mill & Shop converted the power of the Oconaluftee River into a family business.
Ferrying Along on Fontana Lake
Hop aboard the Miss Hazel — a venerable 35-year-old pontoon boat — for a scenic tour of Fontana Lake, deep in the Great Smoky Mountains.
A Storied Stay in the Old Marshall Jail Hotel
A night in Marshall’s old jailhouse isn’t so bad these days — it’s now a boutique hotel.
Zweli’s Kitchen: A Love Story
He was smitten with the flavors of her Zimbabwean cooking. She was intrigued by his rural North Carolina upbringing. Together, they created a life in Durham — and a namesake restaurant that was the first of its kind in the entire country.
A Guide to Downtown Elizabeth City
This waterfront community has always welcomed visiting boaters with a smile. And thanks to the efforts of local business owners, visitors have plenty to smile about, too.
