Gaston County, NC After navigating the threat of Covid-19 for a year, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden reopened to the public on March 17. The Garden has operated under various scenarios over the past year, but with vaccinations increasing and the spread on the decline, the Garden will now open more…

Granville County, NC Did Covid put a halt to your wedding day plans? Do you still need a venue and reliable vendors? Do you want more space to safely say “I do”? If so, we invite you to be part of the Granville County BOWs Bridal Tour. Come see what this community just outside of the Triangle…

Burke County, NC The Catawba River is named for the Catawba Native American Tribe which translates to “the people of the river.”  This area was their home for more than 12,000 years prior to European exploration.  Now the Catawba River Valley is home to more than 2 million people who…

Henderson County, NC On your next trip to the Blue Ridge Mountain town of Hendersonville, consider an alternative form of transportation. Hop aboard the HVL Pedal & Brews pubcycle for a fun-filled cruise to downtown breweries and taprooms. After opening in late 2019, the pub tour business started strong in…

Stokes County, NC A diverse region of artists, agriculture, fine dining, and scenic beauty, Stokes County, North Carolina is a gloriously good time in the wonderland of Mother Nature’s splendor. Conveniently located from Winston- Salem, Greensboro, and Charlotte a stay here is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of…

City of Eden, Rockingham County, NC You can enjoy a savory charcuterie board in Uptown Eden,  the best pizza you can find or a hamburger and fries at one of our nostalgic drive-in restaurants. And if coffee and dessert is all you’re looking for the best can be found right…

Gaston County, NC Thinking that our destination’s outdoor brand could enjoy growth through greater consumer diversity, we reached out for BFCT’s help. In spring 2020, the Travel & Tourism team hosted Earl on a site visit so he could see first-hand what our potential guests would experience during a weekend…

Ghostface Brewing’s Scratch Kitchen Traveling for a living, we’re always looking for a cool place to grab a great meal. We found a new dining destination in Mooresville we have to share. Ghostface Brewing’s Scratch Kitchen is your local Gastropub focusing on local fresh ingredients made from well, scratch!  After…

Goldsboro, Wyane County, NC Most people visit museums to experience a place’s heritage, but in Goldsboro, our heritage is one you just have to taste to understand. For Goldsboro, Wayne County Barbeque is more than just food. It’s our heritage. No matter where you’re from or the color of your…

Carolina Craft Passport Trail Post Interaction with others who share your enthusiasm for discovering new places and trying new things is a big part of getting out and supporting craft producers across the region.  But needlessly interacting with somebody isn’t cool, like having to hand your phone to somebody to…