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Destinations off the beaten path

Fresh Peaches,Classic Cars, Endless Fun!

Head to the foothills for a sweet celebration of fresh peaches, classic cars, and non-stop summer fun! Pack your bags for shining chrome, revving engines, and vibrant local vendor markets. Loosen your belt for juicy orchard treats, homemade ice cream, and unforgettable family memories on your next weekend escape!

Why TikTok’s Favorite Clogger is Heading to This Small North Carolina Town!

Trade your couch for a pair of dancing shoes in Valdese, North Carolina, for the 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Pack your bags for viral clogging stars, thrilling amusement rides, and bocce tournaments. Loosen your belt for fried treats and authentic heritage dishes before dancing under the bright summer stars today!

Why Visitors Are Leaving Their Car Keys Behind in This Secret NC Coastal Town!

Trade your car keys for a pair of walking shoes in historic New Bern, North Carolina! Pack your bags for Victorian bed-and-breakfast hospitality, rooftop-harvested dining, and live theater. Loosen your belt for farm-to-table feasts, Pepsi birthplace history, and breezy riverfront concerts under the stars on your next getaway!

The European Heritage Secret Hiding Right in the Heart of Western North Carolina!

Trade your ordinary weekend routine for an unforgettable late-summer escape to Burke County, North Carolina! Pack your bags for historic Valdese street dances, Morganton’s multi-stage free concerts, and paddles along Lake James. Loosen your belt for signature soutissa sausage and celebrate local heritage in mountain paradise today!

Forget California: The Secret NC Town Hiding Its Own “FRAN-cis-co”!

Ditch your alarm and head straight to Stokes County, North Carolina, for pure rural magic! Pack your bags for vintage tractor parades, tractor-churned ice cream, and live bluegrass jams. Loosen your belt for delicious food truck eats and stomp your boots by the Dan River. Claim your Southern paradise today!

Is This Foam Party and Truck Fest North Carolina’s Ultimate Family Day Out?

Ditch your alarm and head straight to Eden, North Carolina, for the ultimate Touch-A-Truck celebration! Pack your bags to explore giant excavators, climb into the driver’s seat, and splash through a sudsy foam party. Loosen your belt at local eateries and support students with a simple school supply donation today!

Stokes County, NC Stokes County, North Carolina, has long been your mountains just down the road. Bordering with Virginia Stokes County has always been “your mountains just down the road.” In contrast to the timeless beauty of the area, new to the region is the growing number of options for…

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City of Eden, Rockingham County, NC Get ready girls! Uptown Eden is set to host a fun and memorable day of deals, dining and drinks!! The newly revitalized uptown area in Eden will keep you busy for the day and into the evening and have you wanting to come back…

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Burke County, NC Spring is here and the adventures are waiting for you in Burke County! Enjoy spending time outdoors after a long winter of being cooped up inside by following streams, ridgelines or lakeshores to get to the perfect destination. Experience hiking in the cool weather, where the leaves…

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Henderson County, NC Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend returns to Hendersonville this spring. The four-day event, April 15-18, celebrates the start of a new growing season, as apple blossoms emerge in the orchards and budbreak occurs in the vineyards. Participating wineries, cideries and tasting rooms offer nearly 60 happenings throughout…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Weekly Destinations to Enjoy