Celebrate Craft Beer for a Month, Enjoy It Year-RoundWe honor our bountiful beer scene with dozens of special events during NC Beer Month, while breweries continue to garner awards for creative concoctions.Read more »
Indulge in Vivian Howard’s Barbecue FavoritesVivian Howard knows a lot about Eastern North Carolina barbecue and, fortunately for you foodies, four of her favorite spots are all within an hour of each other.Read more »
Your Next Great Vacation Awaits in NC’s Brunswick IslandsNorth Carolina’s Brunswick Islands has sand and surf, but the unique cuisine, wildlife and attractions make it a special destination on the coast.Read more »
8 Things to Do This Spring Across North CarolinaFrom walking among wildflowers to hitting the trail by bike, here are eight ways to enjoy the sunnier days and warmer nights of spring.Read more »
6 Destinations for an Unforgettable Memorial Day WeekendExperience the four-day Memorial Day weekend in North Carolina, where you’ll find beach hideouts, urban escapes and mountain retreats.Read more »
Discover Perfect Campsites at North Carolina State ParksThere’s an incredible number of campsites at 30 of our state parks, so we’re helping you narrow down choices based on the experiences you’re seeking.Read more »
Opening Days at Theme Parks, Baseball Stadiums and MoreSpring is a busy – and beautiful – time across North Carolina, when many of the state’s popular attractions open for the year.Read more »
Fun, Food, Fandom: Minor League Baseball in North CarolinaIntimate venues, catchy promotions, loveable mascots, unique food and affordable prices mean the minors serve up major fun at 11 ballparks across the state.Read more »
10 Beautiful Places to Visit Across North CarolinaThere are countless natural wonders in North Carolina, and you have to look no further than the beauty of our state and national parks, from spring to fall.Read more »
Relive Famous Film Scenes in North CarolinaFrom Dirty Dancing in the mountains, to Dawson’s Creek on the coast, North Carolina has served as the backdrop for many of your favorite movies and TV shows.Read more »
Pick Your Favorite Wineries to Tour in North CarolinaWith more than 185 wineries across our state, you can map your way through wine trails and savor every stop.Read more »
Play, Eat, Stay, Repeat at These Fun-Filled AttractionsFrom theme parks and casinos to amenity-filled resorts and an overnight winery, you can stay where you play at these North Carolina destinations.Read more »
Escape to a Long Weekend in the North Carolina MountainsDiscover the mountain town of Hendersonville, known for its beautiful scenery, adventurous outings, acclaimed breweries and cideries, and charming B&Bs.Get planning »
Family-Friendly Wildlife Tour on the North Carolina CoastVisit aquariums, a sea turtle center and zoo, go on boat tours and more as your family discovers Atlantic Beach, Pine Knoll Shores and Surf City.Get planning »
Discover Gems of the Crystal Coast on Your Golf GetawayIn between rounds of golf in Beaufort, Morehead City and Emerald Isle, take strolls on quiet beaches, tour an old pirate ship or see wild horses roam.Get planning »
Spring NASCAR Weekend in Charlotte, Concord & LexingtonThrow the green flag for NASCAR racing adventures with tickets to the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway and a few days’ worth of time.Get planning »
Explore North Carolina in the Birthplace of IndependenceDiscover adventure, delicious cuisine, some of the world’s rarest wildlife and history of America’s founding during a three-day weekend in Halifax County.Get planning »
A Garden Getaway to Winston-Salem Through History, Art and CuisineSpend a three-day weekend enjoying Winston-Salem’s beauty and Southern charm at 18th-century heirloom gardens, historic homes and mansions, and culinary hot spots.Get planning »
Get Away to Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and Towns in the FoothillsPlan a trip to Rutherford County, filled with iconic attractions such as Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and The Esmeralda Inn, and return with memories of a lifetime.Get planning »
Experience a Camping Trip for the AgesSpend a few days in the Piedmont, while only spending a little money, and enjoy several of nature’s attractions on and around campsites.Get planning »
A Thrilling and Filling Adventure in the MountainsTake a trip through Morganton and Asheville, where you’ll go on great outdoor adventures, working up an appetite for incredible food and drink experiences.Get planning »
Beer, Sports and Nightlife: A Guys' Weekend in CharlotteWhen you want to get the guys together for a weekend, Charlotte checks all the fun boxes, including craft breweries, pro sports teams and nightlife.Get planning »
Plan a Romantic Trip to the North Carolina MountainsJourney to the Great Smoky Mountains region of our state, falling in love with Bryson City and Cherokee, from the waterfalls to acclaimed hotels.Get planning »
Spend Your Family Vacation on North Carolina BeachesPlanning a trip the whole family loves can be a challenge – except here. Enjoy the beaches and waterfront attractions in Wilmington and the Brunswick Islands.Get planning »
Kayak in the Brunswick IslandsThe salt marshes and blackwater creeks of North Carolina's southernmost coast are paradise for first-time kayakers and veteran paddlers alike.
Experience Stand Up Paddleboarding FitnessFitness classes by Cape Fear Paddleboarding, in Wrightsville Beach, offer a great way to work out on the water while enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Fishing on the Pamlico RiverNorth Carolina's coastal rivers and sounds offer great year-round angling for a variety of fish including speckled trout.
MerleFestThis April music festival in Wilkesboro has hosted artists including The Avett Brothers, Alison Krauss, Steve Martin, Zac Brown Band and more.
High Gravity Adventures Is a Playground in the SkyThis aerial park, next to Tweetsie Railroad in Blowing Rock, will catch your eyes. And with a maze of cargo nets, aerial bridges, tight-rope walks and floating platforms, High Gravity Adventures will…
NASCAR Hall of FameYou'll see stock cars and historical artifacts as well as exhibits dedicated to legendary drivers at this interactive museum in Charlotte.
North Carolina – Deeper JourneyFrom above the clouds to below the surface, take a journey through the many layers of North Carolina beauty.
Weeping Radish BreweryThis Outer Banks brewery was North Carolina's first. Today, you'll find more than 80 breweries and brew pubs statewide.
Dixieland SpeedwayElizabeth City TripAdvisor Traveler RatingBased on 4 reviewsRegions: Coast, Albemarle & Pamlico Sounds
North Carolina Collection at Durham County LibraryDurham Regions: Piedmont, Raleigh, Durham & the Triangle
Green Hill Center for North Carolina ArtGreensboro TripAdvisor Traveler RatingBased on 7 reviewsRegions: Piedmont, Greensboro & Winston-Salem
From $149 + Macy’s Gift Card - Raleigh Shopping and Accommodations PackageRaleigh Marriott Crabtree ValleyRaleigh Valid: Aug 1 - Dec 31
Free Night Special - The Winds Resort Beach ClubThe Winds Resort Beach ClubOcean Isle Beach Valid: Jun 1 - Feb 28
Starting at $469 - Graylyn Estate’s European Touch Spa PackageHistoric Graylyn EstateWinston-Salem Valid: Jul 1 - Sep 4