Take the train to the Historic Salisbury train station, and spend a day exploring boutiques, beloved delis, and museums in this North Carolina town.
TRAVEL
Port Town Bounty at The Friendly Market
From its humble roots as a roadside farm stand, The Friendly Market has evolved to become the community’s kitchen, serving up classic comfort foods to fuel fishing trips, beach days, and backyard picnics in Morehead City and beyond.
The Lure of Rod & Reel
Although Holden Beach has grown over the past 50 years, not much is different in this Brunswick County community. Really. Even less has changed at The Rod & Reel Shop, which has become an unofficial welcome center for vacationers — complete with worms.
Family, Faith, & Fish in Wanchese
In the village of Wanchese, two families have helped shape the local seafood industry for the past century. Today, their descendants are learning to overcome the modern-day challenges of commercial fishing and carrying on a Roanoke Island tradition that runs as deep as the ocean.
A Day Trip to Leland
Kayak the Cape Fear River and explore wild islands, pick up a paddle in pickleball paradise, play a round of golf, and dine on a patio in Brunswick County.
Your Place to Play: Charlotte on the Water
From pontoon cruising to river paddling to rapid riding and more, there’s no shortage of ways to cool off in the Queen City this summer.
Sips & Strolls in Blowing Rock
This summer, elevate your mountain escape with inspired wine selections, delectable cuisine, and stunning works of art in this beautiful Blue Ridge town.
Vacation State of Mind
The North Carolina coast is dotted with towns and cities, resorts and beach houses, where families return for annual getaways. These places are backdrops for memories, sometimes forged over generations. Yet vacationing — especially at the beach — is about more than just where you go.
A Topsail Island Homecoming
For one special week every summer, relatives from across the state and around the country make their way to Topsail Island for food, fun, and a family reunion of epic proportions.
