Tulips, Taps, and Time Travel: Why New Bern is Trending TULIPS, TAPS, & TIME TRAVEL Travel & Lifestyle Why Everyone is Falling for the "Versailles of North Carolina" By The Destination Magazine Creative Team • February 1, 2026 NEW BERN, NC — As the morning mist lifts off the confluence...
Experience historic New Bern’s spring charm with blooming palace gardens, riverside strolls, and sophisticated cocktails at the elegant Baxter’s 1892.
Ditch the crowds this February! Explore Bryson City’s mysterious "Road to Nowhere," hike scenic waterfalls, and cozy up at Fontana.
Escape to King, North Carolina, for a cozy February getaway featuring historic charm, upscale dining, and secret speakeasy cocktails.
Blue Ridge Distilling leads whiskey innovation with scientific precision, offering bold Appalachian spirits, veteran-focused releases, and immersive, expert-led tasting tours.
Escape to Fontana Village Resort for a romantic Smoky Mountain Valentine’s weekend featuring cozy lodging and an indulgent six-course chef’s dinner.
Experience Agatha Christie’s "Murder on the Orient Express" at Kings Mountain’s Joy Theatre this February—a thrilling, snowbound mystery for theater lovers.
Enjoy elegant High Tea or the thundering Highland Games at Historic Rural Hill, where North Carolina’s rich traditions come to life.
Discover winter magic in Eden’s "Land of Two Rivers," featuring serene river trails, cozy breweries, and nostalgic historical charm this February.
Experience a timeless Valentine’s at Big Daddy’s of Lake Norman, where decades of family tradition and fresh seafood inspire connection.
