The Town of Beech Mountain, North Carolina, offers the only municipal sledding hill in the southeast. The natural snow on the Sledding Hill is … [Read more...] about Take the kids to the free sledding hill at Beech Mountain, NC
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Opening Dates for all the North Carolina Ski Resorts
Where to Ski in North Carolina There are six ski resorts in Western North Carolina. Three of them are clustered in the northern part of the North … [Read more...] about Opening Dates for all the North Carolina Ski Resorts
Circle K Fuel Day: Save 40¢ per gallon Nov. 21
Fuel up for Thanksgiving Week travel a bit early and save money! Whether you'll be shopping for the feast, visiting relatives or just getting out of … [Read more...] about Circle K Fuel Day: Save 40¢ per gallon Nov. 21
Save Big on NC Winter Wine & Beer Passport Through Nov. 15
Early bird rates make a good deal even better Sip your way through North Carolina wine country this winter via the Yadkin Valley Winter Wine … [Read more...] about Save Big on NC Winter Wine & Beer Passport Through Nov. 15
Scenic Drives for Fall Color in North Carolina — when and where to go
UPDATE: Some parts of Western North Carolina are effectively closed for tourism because of the hurricane recovery, but some are open and ready for … [Read more...] about Scenic Drives for Fall Color in North Carolina — when and where to go
Three unique, amazing hikes within 90 minutes from Charlotte
We asked avid hiker and photographer Jim Ogden to tell us about some hikes you might never have heard of...but you should. Unless … [Read more...] about Three unique, amazing hikes within 90 minutes from Charlotte
Things to do in Gaston County
Gaston County, which lies directly to the west of Charlotte, NC, has plenty to offer, whether you're a Gaston County resident or just up for … [Read more...] about Things to do in Gaston County
Visiting Chimney Rock State Park — everything you need to know
Chimney Rock State Park is one of the most popular parks in the North Carolina mountains, and for good reason. The iconic rock spire offers panoramic … [Read more...] about Visiting Chimney Rock State Park — everything you need to know
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
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