Banner Elk has some of the best fall foliage in the state, plus apple orchards and Grandfather Mountain views.

Western North Carolina calls to road trippers with winding mountain roads, stunning vistas and small-town charm. I’ve explored this region on three unforgettable trips, from the Blue Ridge Parkway’s ...

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Southport sits where the Cape Fear River meets the Atlantic Ocean. The result is a town that feels like a permanent vacation. Oak-lined streets lead to a charming waterfront district. Fishing boats ...

The Blowing Rock Art and History Museum is featuring the exhibit, "Daingerfield & the Tonalist Instinct" until October 19. The museum encourages the public to make time during leaf season to see how ...

Blue Ridge Conservancy, located at 416 Aho Rd., has partnered with local landowners to permanently protect more than 20,000 acres of “natural resources with agricultural, cultural, recreational, ...

Western NC towns continue fall tourism one year after Hurricane Helene's impact. Key sites like Hendersonville and Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. remain open to visitors. DuPont Forest trails face closures ...

Big city living is exciting, but small towns have a charm all of their own. Booking your next trip? Join us on a trip through the quaint heart of America.