There's never a wrong time to plan summer adventures on the North Carolina coast. Whether you're planning a family reunion or a romantic getaway, you can have your pick of quiet beaches and coastal communities, history, lighthouses, outdoor activities, golf and, of course, fresh seafood.

Summer is the season kids most look forward to, excited for the long days of video gaming and snapping selfies. But summertime should be about so much more — and it is when you visit North Carolina. This is your chance to show your kids (or grandkids, nieces or nephews) how memorable the experience can be. Let the summer fun begin.

Our Blue Ridge Mountains are known for many adventures and relaxing places, and they're within easy reach when you stay at Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure.

With subjects ranging from classic Shakespeare to a disappearing colony, these dramas take you outside and back through history.

It’s one of the few things guaranteed to make you feel like a kid again: the swimming hole. Usually a natural oasis requiring some effort to reach, these bodies of water are known to wash away all worries on a hot day.

For exciting activities in, on or above the water, our shores offer pristine beaches, expansive marshes, depths to dive and skies to fly.

Enjoy these budget-friendly activities and events in summer in North Carolina, because limited funds doesn't mean you have to have limited fun.

The gathering of Scottish clans occurs in North Carolina's High Country every July. Here's your insider guide.

One of the best ways to ensure a memorable summer is to plan your kickoff to the season. Experience the long Memorial Day weekend in North Carolina, where you’ll find the destination that matches whatever scene you’re looking for — beach hideouts, urban escapes or mountain retreats.

Rekindle your romance with these trip ideas filled with attractions such as award-winning hotels and spas, vineyards, restaurants, waterfalls and more.