It all started over sweet tea. A friend raved about North Carolina’s mountain towns, art communities, and southern hospitality. I’d never been there, but something about how she described it — ...

Each beach listing includes things to do, dining recommendations, and parking information. Beaches range from family-friendly options like Carolina Beach and Holden Beach to more secluded destinations ...

Things to do with your kids in Asheville, Hendersonville and WNC – find plenty to do from babies to teens. Look for weekly updates and highlights and even more events at wncparent.com. Check with ...

The Outer Banks are a string of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina that run 120 miles from the Virginia border to Ocracoke Island. A popular vacation destination, Southerners can’t get ...

Author Jan Karon is shy to admit that her fictional town of Mitford is based on Blowing Rock, North Carolina, but residents are convinced of the fact. Karon started writing her popular novels when she ...

North Carolina offers a variety of unique summer festivals celebrating local culture. Festivals range from celebrating the state's black bear population to honoring the history of collard greens. Most ...

This 4th of July is not just any 4th of July, it’s the Semiquincentennial – also known as America’s 250th birthday! There is ...

Things to do with your kids in Asheville, Hendersonville and WNC – find plenty to do from babies to teens. Look for weekly updates and highlights and even more events at wncparent.com. Check with ...