This is a summary/tickler article for: 10 BEST Outdoor Things to Do in Onslow County NC on Luggage and Lipstick Onslow County encompasses the towns of Swansboro, Jacksonville, Topsail, and Beulaville, on the coast of North Carolina. Forests, vineyards, farms,…
This article is a summary of the full article “What Is the Best Beach in the Outer Banks?” Pristine waves, dunes, piers, seclusion or amenities, and vibes, determining which is the best beach in the Outer Banks was no easy…
This is a summary of the full article “Here’s Why Manteo is the Prettiest Town in North Carolina.” Nestled on the waterfront in the heart of Roanoke Island – one of the four barrier islands that make up the Outer…
This is a summary of the full article “13 BEST Outdoor Things to Do in the Outer Banks, North Carolina.” Stretching 200 miles across four barrier islands that separate mainland North Carolina from the Atlantic Ocean, the Outer Banks…
We braved those more than 25 mph winds that made it seem colder than the 59 degrees that day. The Outer Banks jut out as barrier islands 26 miles from the US off the North Carolina shore. I had always…
Excerpt from Thermal Valley Hang Gliding Few thrills can compare to soaring like a bird above the clouds. Add to that the stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and you’ve experienced hang gliding NC. In 2011, Craig and Laura…
I am a sucker for the odd, the unusual and the unexplainable, and Burke County NC has a doozy to delight in. Haunting globes of light that hover over Brown Mountain in Pisgah National Forest, the Brown Mountain Lights have…
Picturesque Burke County NC in foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains is the perfect venues for outdoor activities. A moderate climate makes it perfect for hiking year-round, and the proximity of South Mountains State Park and Lake James State…
Four narrow barrier islands skimming more than 100 miles of stunning coastline separate the North Carolina mainland from the Atlantic Ocean, and make up the region of the Outer Banks. Bodie, Roanoke, Hatteras, and Ocracoke Islands are linked together by…
Hillsborough is a charming southern town in Orange County, North Carolina, with a population of around 6,000 residents. The town has a history spanning three centuries, with an historic downtown district that is listed on the National Register of Historic…
Snuggled between North Carolina’s coast and mountains, Alamance County is a great place to spend a weekend. The climate is near-perfect year round for outdoor activities. There are also many opportunities for entertainment and dining. The Haw River The Haw…
Most known for its university and one of the best collegiate basketball teams in the U.S., Chapel Hill is the ultimate college town, filled with charm, history and southern hospitality. It’s no wonder that it consistently makes lists of best…
With a scenic setting in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Overmountain Vineyards (OMV) sits on a 70-acre farm in Tryon, North Carolina. And of course, May in the Carolinas is insanely beautiful, so on Kentucky Derby weekend, our…
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With 520,000 acres spanning North Carolina and Tennessee, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the largest protected land area east of the Rockies and the most visited park in the American Park System. The park preserves the history of the…
There are two ways a novice can hang glide. One is to take a lesson and then strap on a small pair of wings and jump off the dunes; the other is to fly tandem with a trained pilot…
“It’s a surprise,” he said with twinkling green eyes as he tucked me into the passenger seat and gently closed the door. My ridiculously huge grin gave away my glee… I do love surprises! We drove for an hour and…