While exploring the state’s 100 counties for many years, we’ve also been writing about them in our blog. You can explore the state from the mountains to the sea, by narrowing your search to the following sections and categories.
The Latest and Most Recently Updated NC Travel Blog Posts
We’re also constantly working on new North Carolina travel guides and updating current ones every day. Here are a few of the latest and most recently updated blog posts.
17 of the Best Topsail Island Restaurants (Great Food for All!)
These Topsail Island restaurants are waiting to fill you up with great food. Delicious choices await in Surf City, North Topsail Beach, and Topsail Beach!
Independent Bookstores in North Carolina (25+ of the Best!)
Be sure to check out these 25 amazing local bookstores in North Carolina, all the way from our mountains to the coast!
20+ Great Things to Do in North Carolina in January (Updated for 2026)
With a few holdovers from previous months, here are some things to do in January in North Carolina that will get your year started on the right foot!
How To Enjoy Visit Haywood Ice Fest Weekend
Visit Haywood Ice Fest Weekend spotlights five mountain towns over four days, and is Western NC’s coolest event! Our guide shares all the details, including when, where, and what to…
The Best of North Carolina 2025 Awards Winners
We are excited to announce the winners of 2025’s Best of North Carolina Awards, chosen by NC Tripping’s readers and social media followers.
25+ Awesome Things to Do in New Bern (and Nearby!)
How can you top the history, the Southern hospitality, and these things to do in New Bern NC? Our guide details them all from Pepsi to Tryon Palace!
60+ Important Facts About New Bern (History and More!)
As one of the oldest towns in North Carolina, you’d have to expect some interesting facts about New Bern.
40+ North Carolina Gifts from Amazing Local Businesses
This guide to North Carolina gifts will help you (and our local businesses) during the holidays and throughout the rest of the year!
20+ Great Things to Do in North Wilkesboro (Speedway and More!)
This NC travel guide features things to do in North Wilkesboro and nearby. Join us as we adventure through this awesome Wilkes County town!
40+ North Carolina State Parks Sites and How to Enjoy them All!
We love exploring our incredible North Carolina State Parks Sites. They include more than 30 state parks, but also a handful of recreation areas and natural areas.