Topsail is a 26 mile long island of soft sandy shores and cool salty water off the North Carolina coast. Local legend has it the name was born from when pirates would hide their ships behind the inlet, so that only their top sails could be seen. There are three main beach areas: North Topsail …
If you are searching for some of the best VRBO vacation rentals in Carolina Beach we have you covered! Carolina Beach is one of the best places to visit in North Carolina. If you are seeking a fun family or intimate vacation on the coast you won’t be disappointed with the restaurant options, things to …
Asheville, North Carolina is home to a diverse treasure trove of eclectic cultural offerings. There are plenty of amazing Asheville restaurants nestled in the stunning scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The special surroundings around Asheville have a lot to offer visitors. With a funky arts scene, laid-back feel, and conscious community, they have cultivated …
Charlotte is a bustling city, home to many cultural communities, and the craft beer scene here is booming. As someone born in Charlotte, I can attest to just how the city has come in its quest to become a beer mecca. It now can boast over 30 breweries! Beer drinkers really have their work cut …
It is not the most well-known NC fact, but the state is the third-largest producer of strawberries in the United States! Strawberry picking, also known as “U-pick” or “pick-your-own,” is a popular activity in North Carolina, especially in the springtime as Carolinians emerge from their winter hibernation. Strawberry picking is often available at farms that …
Chimney Rock State Park offers some of North Carolina’s most stunning scenery. It encompasses over 6,500 acres of wondrous wilderness. The signature eponymous cliff is a granite spire towering 315 feet above the mountaintops and overlooking some spectacular landscape features, like Lake Lure and Hickory Nut Gorge. A visit here is one of the best …
The Linville Gorge is often referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Southern Appalachians. Linville Falls is the spectacular three-tiered cascade of powerful sparkling water plunging into said gorge is the most popular waterfall in the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s an iconic destination of Western North Carolina, with about 350,000 people visiting annually. The …
Hanging Rock State Park is over 9,000 acres of preserved nature in North Carolina and one of the best state parks in North Carolina. It’s home to many types of terrain and wild wonders, from towering peaks to cascading waterfalls, to dense forest. It was created in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Set …
Bryson City is set in the scenic Great Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina. This idyllic hamlet is mainly known for rushing rivers, picturesque peaks, and an abundance of hiking trails. It’s a tiny town full of charm that also happens to be a surprising culinary haven. There’s an impressive array of fantastic Bryson City …
Little Switzerland is one of those very tiny North Carolina mountain towns that packs a big personality. Named for its likeness to the Swiss Alps, the Switzerland Inn is a century-old resort catering to this concept. Its historic and Swiss-style architecture adds to its charm. With the smallest population of all, the town consists of …