If you're seeking North Carolina fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives in North Carolina, especially Western North Carolina, where you … [Read more...] about Scenic Drives for Fall Color in North Carolina — when and where to go
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Find the cheapest gas in Charlotte area
Find the cheapest gas prices in the Charlotte area in the chart below. Powered by Gas Buddy. The Gas Buddy map below will show the places that have … [Read more...] about Find the cheapest gas in Charlotte area
Circle K Fuel Day: Save 40¢ per gallon Aug. 21
Get some "back to school" savings at the pump at Circle K. On Thursday, August 21, 2025, Circle K is offering 40 cents off per gallon of fuel to … [Read more...] about Circle K Fuel Day: Save 40¢ per gallon Aug. 21
Day trip: Visit Kannapolis and its beautifully revitalized downtown
The City of Kannapolis, a half hour drive northeast of the center of Charlotte, is ready to show off its revitalized downtown, which is anchored by … [Read more...] about Day trip: Visit Kannapolis and its beautifully revitalized downtown
Visiting Chimney Rock State Park is reopening — everything you need to know
Update: Chimney State Park, which had been closed since Hurricane Helene, is reopening June 27, 2025. Reservations will be required. Please check on … [Read more...] about Visiting Chimney Rock State Park is reopening — everything you need to know
Yadkin Valley Wine Festival in Elkin — the perfect weekend getaway!
Come taste the wines of the Yadkin Valley at the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival on May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This annual event is the valley's … [Read more...] about Yadkin Valley Wine Festival in Elkin — the perfect weekend getaway!
Cool off at one of these 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls — a photo guide
Western North Carolina is a wonderland of waterfalls. This photo guide of nine North Carolina waterfalls, by Harrison Grothoff, and Charlotte on the … [Read more...] about Cool off at one of these 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls — a photo guide
Free Day at National Parks: April 19
If your family loves to travel, consider including a National Park in your itinerary. There are more than 400 parks, where you can enjoy the outdoors, … [Read more...] about Free Day at National Parks: April 19
Elkin, North Carolina, in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains: Good Times, Great Trails, and Groovy Small-Town Vibes
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Looking for good times, great trails, and groovy small town vibes? There's no better place to spend a day, an evening, weekend or week away from the … [Read more...] about Elkin, North Carolina, in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains: Good Times, Great Trails, and Groovy Small-Town Vibes
Visit Cherokee North Carolina — an itinerary for 2 unforgettable days
If you're thinking about a quick getaway to the mountains, and you'd like to go beyond the familiar destinations of … [Read more...] about Visit Cherokee North Carolina — an itinerary for 2 unforgettable days
