Discover what’s in store for the 2026 Visit Haywood Ice Fest Weekend, from local gems to an ice-themed schedule of events. Four years ago, Maggie Valley in Haywood County hosted its first ice festival, drawing visitors from across the…
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Durham’s art, dining, outdoor, and sports scenes make it an all-weather city; it’s worthy of a visit any time of year. Whether you're planning a quick holiday trip this season or looking ahead to 2026, Durham, North Carolina, deserves your…
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Let someone else play Santa this year; break from tradition and celebrate the holidays at one of these fancy North Carolina accommodations. Holidays are built around traditions, and sometimes building something new is what you need. Keep…
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Fayetteville elevates its destination status with a charming downtown, locally owned restaurants, and shops.
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Roanoke’s city vibe jives well with the nature outings found minutes away from downtown.
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We spoke to Gary Pigg, a Cabarrus County resident who delivered more than 220 campers to residents after Tropical Storm Helene. Last September, David Keister escaped his Western North Carolina home in Green Mountain 10 minutes before the…
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These forest trails, lodges, and wellness retreats across North Carolina invite visitors to reach a state of zen. Twelve people walked silently on a wooded trail at Juneberry Ridge, a farm in a rural town about an hour east of Charlotte.…
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Celebrate any occasion at afternoon tea with elegant three-tiered trays filled with dainty cucumber sandwiches, colorful macarons, and scrumptious scones. When Queen Charlotte in the Netflix series “Bridgerton” sits for afternoon tea, it’s…
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These six Western North Carolina towns are ready to welcome visitors for spring break. Tourism dollars help support the recovery efforts throughout the region. Although beach and spring break are usually spoken in the same breath, Western…
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The community within Marshall, a small town in Western North Carolina, stands together as they rebuild their businesses and homes.  On the morning of September 27, 2024, after Tropical Storm Helene struck Western North Carolina, Josh Copus…
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