North Carolina Travel

Historical areas, beaches in winter, birds, boats, lights--see them all. Kids and adults can ring in the new year while experiencing the coast, minus the heat.

Dec 15, 2009 - Susan Hance

North Carolina has eight lighthouses offering insight to the NC coast's past and present. Be sure to take some to visit these beautiful locations.

Dec 8, 2009 - J. Marie Cunningham-Slagell

Windsurfing, birding, fishing and otherwise kicking back are the mainstays of the OBX, where the Wright Brothers first took flight.

Nov 30, 2009 - Sara Churchville

Asheville, North Carolina, is the nexus of any number of charming inns and outdoor activities in the Appalachian country near the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Nov 30, 2009 - Sara Churchville

Western North Carolina offers holiday activities for everyone, including sightseers and adventure seekers.

Nov 25, 2009 - Susan Hance

Hundreds of visitors flock to the little town that changes into Christmas Town USA every year. Guests get to experience Christmas magic and joy like never before.

Nov 5, 2009 - Erin Oxendine

Nestled in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina are two quaint mountain villages: Maggie Valley and Waynesville, offering fun attractions for tourists

Oct 27, 2009 - Venice Kichura

Grandfather Mountain got its' name in part because the ridge line resembles an old man looking into the sky and also some of the rocks are over a billion years old.

Oct 23, 2009 - Sherry Jackson

North Carolina ghost tours offer a chance to visit old cemeteries and other sites. See some of North Carolina's scariest haunted places.

Oct 7, 2009 - Erin Oxendine

People looking to get away from it all for a weekend might want to consider one of these historical and beautiful bed & breakfast inns located in North Carolina.

Oct 5, 2009 - Erin Oxendine

Nestled in the Hickory Nut Gorge twenty five southeast of Asheville and two hours west of Charlotte, lays the village of Chimney Rock and Lake Lure.

Sep 25, 2009 - Sherry Jackson

Head to the mountains of Western North Carolina, Maggie Valley to be precise, and get a taste of the old west.

Sep 10, 2009 - Sherry Jackson

Ocracoke Island, on the outer banks of North Carolina, is a wonderful place to get away from it all.

Aug 30, 2009 - Cyndi Allison

An oasis for green travel, the Proximity Hotel offers more than a good night's rest. This 4 diamond platinum LEED-certified green hotel merges luxury with sustainability.

Aug 17, 2009 - Sally Odum

Looking for a weekend destination that educates and delights? The 24th International Festival of Raleigh is taking place at the Raleigh Convention Center this October.

Jul 30, 2009 - Andrea Lettic

Wilmington, North Carolina makes a perfect base for families with children to get outdoors and enjoy all that the coast has to offer.

Jul 27, 2009 - Alex Strauss

Every child loves the beach, but when they've had enough of sand and sun, head inland into the heart of this popular port city for family fun with maritime flair.

Jul 27, 2009 - Alex Strauss

Taking advantage of new ways to get around historic downtown Wilmington, North Carolina can make exploring the area more relaxing, more fun and even more memorable.

Jul 26, 2009 - Alex Strauss

A leisurely stroll along the two-mile River Walk in Historic Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina offers ample opportunity for great dining, shopping, and scenery.

Jul 23, 2009 - Alex Strauss

Dan Nicholas Park in Salisbury, NC offers a great selection of entertainment bargains for all ages. Spend the day or a week at the park without spending a fortune.

Jul 10, 2009 - Katrena Wells

A family-friendly town, Carrboro has consistently led nationwide trends even as it celebrates diversity, oddity, and creative genius.

Jul 6, 2009 - K. Gregg Elliott

Remote Ocracoke Island is part of the least developed region of North Carolina's Outer Banks. Known for simple pursuits and miles of open beach, it is reachable by ferry.

Jul 1, 2009 - John Seidenberg

Find out where to visit, eat, and stay when vacationing in the northern beaches of the Outer Banks.

Jun 14, 2009 - April Bowles

South of the Smoky Mountains National Park, the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests offer a wealth of summer recreational opportunities, without the crowds.

May 27, 2009 - Lyda Phillips

Wilmington is a warm coastal city alive to history and alert to the future. Myriad restaurants, health clubs, and cultural goings-on make this an ideal place to vacation.

May 10, 2009 - Eva Gordon