Beach season doesn’t end on Labor Day in NC’s Brunswick Islands — just look at its warm temperatures, spacious coastline, and next-level sunrises and sunsets.
A town with literal roots, Hickory was founded beneath a giant hickory tree. It has experienced several incarnations since then, with its most recent revealing a fresh, lively spirit. With a courteous tip of the hat to the past, you’ll find that this Main Street America-accredited destination offers something for everyone. Shop for world-renowned furniture. Bike, hike or kayak at a new park. Eat, drink and be merry in downtown Hickory. And soak up some culture while you’re at it.
Spanning five barrier islands, North Carolina's Brunswick Islands boasts six spacious beaches along 45 miles in the southeastern corner of North Carolina. Highly revered for its picturesque landmarks, it’s truly a treasure trove for shutterbugs, history buffs, anglers and travelers looking for a beach vacation with a multitude of communities to explore. Come find your happy place visiting one — or all — of these favorites and take photos so stunning your friends will tell you to frame them.
If there’s a memory to be made on the water, there’s one thing that’s certain: You can find it in North Carolina. From waterfalls to whitewater rafting to scuba diving, a water adventure is never too far away this summer.
Mother Nature puts on quite a show during spring in NC. The mountains offer a wildflower bonanza from late April all the way to October, and the coast’s spring display has earned it the nickname “The Azalea Coast,” with the season kicking off at Wilmington’s famed Azalea Festival in April. And in the central region, attractions serve up perfect photo-ops that are so fun and colorful, you won’t even need a filter.
These dog-friendly cabins invite puppers and their hoomans to embrace the beauty and thrill of the great outdoors while enjoying a little luxury too.
Get ready for quality and wellness to converge when you go on a vibrant spring getaway to Wrightsville Beach, whether you’re traveling solo, with friends or with family.
Wilmington and its island beaches shine in summer, when waves and warmth make remarkable visits. But North Carolina’s largest coastal city doesn’t cool off when the summer sun fades. Thanks to mild temperatures, there is plenty to do, see, eat and experience all year long.
Our state has every terrain: the tallest peaks in the East, bustling and vibrant cities in the central region, and 320 miles of barrier-island beaches. Find your adventure — we have a lot of it.
Explore these towns set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains in Western North Carolina.