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I'm a writer in love with my wife, my family, and my life in North Carolina. Hiking, biking, history, and sports trivia are a few of my other passions.
North Carolina Museum of History

The NC Museum of History in Raleigh (+7 Things We Love About It!)

The NC Museum of History in downtown Raleigh is one of the city’s most engaging museums. Our guide shares everything you need to know and what we love about it!

Categories Bucket List, Central, History Museums, Museums, Raleigh, Wake County
Fall in North Carolina

Fall in North Carolina (Where to See Foliage + Great Fall Events!)

Here’s a rundown of fall things to do in North Carolina that will show you there are plenty of local events and festivals to visit.

Categories Bucket List, Events
Things to Do in North Carolina in October

60+ Awesome Things to Do in North Carolina in October (Updated for 2022)

We came up with 75 things to things to do in North Carolina in October and hope you pick a few local events to visit during this busy fall month!

Categories Bucket List, Events
The Best Restaurants in Burnsville NC

13 Amazing Restaurants in Burnsville (Best of the Best!)

Our guide shares the most perfect restaurants in Burnsville, North Carolina. These places to eat are in and around downtown Burnsville’s historic Town Square.

Categories Bucket List, Burnsville, Food and Drink, Western, Yancey County
Things to do in Banner Elk

20+ Wonderful Things To Do In Banner Elk (Events + Food)

If you’re not already hooked on this Avery County town, let us take you through all the fun things to do in Banner Elk and its surroundings in the High Country.

Categories Avery County, Banner Elk, Blue Ridge Parkway, Bucket List, Burke County, High Country, Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, Western
Facts About Asheville NC

80 Fun and Interesting Facts About Asheville (History + More!)

Whether you’re a new visitor or a permanent resident, these facts about Asheville, Noth Carolina will help you better understand this city.

Categories Asheville, Bucket List, Buncombe County, Fun Facts, History
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Raleigh’s Dorothea Dix Park Sunflowers (Everything You Need to Know)

Raleigh sunflowers come during the hottest days of summer in North Carolina, but it’s such a beautiful thing to miss, so don’t!

Categories Bucket List, Central, Outdoors, Raleigh, Research Triangle, Wake County
Things to do in Asheville NC

50+ Great Things to Do in Asheville (Downtown, Biltmore, and More!)

Here are some awesome things to do in Asheville any weekend, no matter when you decide to visit this awesome North Carolina mountain town.

Categories Bucket List, Asheville, Buncombe County, Western, Wineries and Vineyards
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15 Things We Love About The Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville

Our guide features everything that we love about the Omni Grove Park Inn, including the amazing sunset views, exquisite meals, great customer service, and more!

Categories Asheville, Bucket List, Buncombe County, Places to Stay, Western
Things to Do in Boone NC Attractions Weekend Travel Guide Featured Image

30+ Great Things to Do in Boone (Hikes, Eats, and More!)

Here are all the things to do in Boone during any weekend, mixing food, outdoor fun, and attractions beyond the town’s limits.

Categories Bucket List, Blowing Rock, Boone, High Country, Western
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