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highlands

Photo Essay

A Chance of Flurries

Dancing, floating, falling from the sky: When snowflakes grace us with their presence, they inspire creativity, showing us familiar landscapes in a whole new light.

by Katie Saintsing
Photo Essay

5 Festive North Carolina Christmas Parades

In small towns and big cities across the state, smiling faces line the streets (and waterfronts) as communities gather to celebrate the season — and get a sneak peek at Santa.

by Katie King
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The Seasons in Highlands: The Holidays

Stroll past magical lights and decorations on Main Street, go ice-skating in the park, and have a cozy meal by the fire during Christmastime in Highlands.

by Our State Staff
Living in North Carolina

Peak Style in Highlands

For nearly 40 years, TJ Bailey’s has helped men suit up to meet every dress code in Highlands, from black-tie formal to croquet casual.

by Susan Stafford Kelly
Travel

English-Style Charm at the Highlander Mountain House

At a country inn in Highlands, museum-quality artifacts share space with local art, books, and vinyl records, offering a curated experience for visitors to this mountain town where time seems to stand still.

by Katie Kane
Living in North Carolina

Wilderness Refined in the Southern Mountains

Among the stone and pine in our southern mountains, monied gentry built their summer homes and established towns that helped define the area.

by Jeremy B. Jones
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The Seasons in Highlands: Fall

Zip-line through the colorful forest canopy, go leaf peeping on a hike to a beautiful waterfall, explore downtown shops, and have a cozy dinner during a fall trip to Highlands.

by Our State Staff
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8 Scenic Drives in the North Carolina Mountains

Need inspiration for your fall leaf-peeping trip? During a drive on these winding scenic byways — with plenty of stops for waterfalls, hikes, museums, delicious food, and gorgeous views along the way — the journey is the destination.

by Rebecca Woltz
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The Seasons in Highlands: Spring

Go paddling on pristine headwaters, hike to spectacular waterfalls, watch falcons soar, and explore downtown shops in the sunshine during a spring trip to Highlands.

by Our State Staff
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