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With its stunning landscapes, ranging from beautiful beaches to magnificent mountains, historic landmarks, diverse dining scenes, and charming small towns, North Carolina has something to offer all types of travelers—including celebrities.

The biggest celebrities who vacation in North Carolina

by Britteny Dee

| October 10, 2025

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From actors and rock stars to presidents and British royalty, discover the biggest celebrities who have visited North Carolina on vacation.
The Outer Banks will make you fall in love with visiting the beach after primetime.

8 reasons why fall is the best time to visit the Outer Banks

by Dorothy Scott

| October 8, 2025

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Visiting the Outer Banks in fall couldn’t be a wiser decision, and you can make the perfect itinerary for your trip if you check out these eight reasons why.
Much like Christmas trees and garland during the holidays, pumpkins are a staple in many households during the fall season.

11 best North Carolina farms for picking your own pumpkins

by Britteny Dee

| September 30, 2025

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From jack-o’-lanterns for carving to Sugar Pie for baking, you can find the perfect pumpkin for your needs at these North Carolina u-pick farms. 
10 things to do in western NC after Helene

I visited western NC for the first time since Helene. Here are 10 things to do now that it’s reopening

by Karishma Desai

| September 29, 2025

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Some parts of western NC are open and ready for business, a year after Helene devastated the area. Start planning your weekend trip with these recommendations.
When the humid, hot days of summer finally give way to fall, it’s high time to embark on a road trip to explore all of North Carolina’s glorious autumn foliage.

‘Ooh’ and ‘ah’ at fall foliage on North Carolina’s prettiest autumn drives

by Tyler Francischine

| September 19, 2025

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Drink in the fall foliage on these scenic drives throughout North Carolina.