Nestled in 1,300 acres of forest near Charlotte, the Whitewater Center is the largest outdoor adventure center of its kind in the world. Multiple “lands” along the Catawba River invite people to paddle, pedal, hike, climb, run, jump, and play outside. From tot-sized treehouses to Olympic caliber white water rafting runs, this North Carolina facility welcomes outdoor-lovers of… Continue reading This North Carolina Adventure Park Has Whitewater Rafting, Treehouses, and Beer on Tap
To celebrate Black History Month, we’re shedding light on some of North Carolina’s most popular Black-owned food purveyors. From fine dining and food trucks to sweet shops and fish frys, flavors run deep in this Southern state, and the personalities in the kitchen are as diverse as the culinary creations. Here’s just a taste from… Continue reading North Carolina’s Must-Try Black-Owned Food Spots
Sipping a glass of bubbly in the sunshine, I nibbled on frites from the walkup champagne window, reflecting on my good fortune. This delightful moment took place not in Paris, but in downtown Raleigh at French bistro, Jolie. read more
Once one of North Carolina's top tobacco producing regions, Durham has reinvented itself as a lively, innovative city filled with award-winning restaurants and art-filled spaces. Historic red brick factories house galleries, theaters, and retail shops. read more
The Durham Hotel is a mid-century modern gem located in the heart of the city. Once known for playing a leading role in North Carolina’s tobacco industry, Durham celebrates its past while pivoting into the future as a leading technology hub. It’s a hot spot for innovators, scholars, artists, foodies, and those who love its quirky Southern charm. read… Continue reading The Durham Hotel: Mid-Century Modern Boutique Hotel in the City Center
Durham surprised me. As a smaller sibling to Raleigh, North Carolina’s capital, I was expecting barbecue, beer, and biscuits. Boy, was I wrong. Sure, you’ll find Southern favorites, but Durham offers so much more. Did you know it was once voted Tastiest Town in the South by Southern Living magazine? read more
I was drawn to Raleigh by its history and Southern charm. As one of the nation’s oldest capitals, this North Carolina city boasts stately Victorian homes, parks with shady oaks and iconic barbecue restaurants. I came to soak up the glamour of the past, so what better way than by staying at a historic boutique hotel? Heights House sits… Continue reading Heights House Raleigh: Historic Southern Charm
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