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Exploring North Carolina’s Premier Sports Destinations

Exploring North Carolina’s Premier Sports Destinations

North Carolina boasts a dynamic sports culture with venues and events that draw passionate fans from all over. From the thunderous roar of NASCAR engines to the serene greens of championship golf courses, the state offers an extensive array of sporting experiences. Whether it’s NCAA Basketball, professional football, or historic speedways, North Carolina is a…

A North Carolina Culinary Adventure Around Smithfield, NC
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A North Carolina Culinary Adventure Around Smithfield, NC

One of the best things about travel is all the delicious foods and Smithfield, North Carolina does not disappoint. From brew pubs to steakhouses and everything in between you’ll find something to tempt your tastebuds here. Old North State Food Hall Old North State Food Hall, located in Selma, NC, it is the nation’s first…

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4 Great Places To Stay in Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina

We found four great places to stay in Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina. This area is such a great place to visit and the lodging is just as fabulous. I mean, who wants to stay at a generic hotel when you could stay at one of these unique lodging options? Great Places To Stay in Thoroughbred…

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This 150-Mile South Carolina Road Trip is Packed with Fun, Food and Adventure

Looking for a fun-filled South Carolina road trip that’s only 150-miles? Simply start in Columbia, Capital City/Lake Murray Country, and make your way to the coast to Myrtle Beach. Along the way explore so many cool stops, hidden gems and tasty treats. I loved this 150-mile South Carolina road trip and was thrilled that we…

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Sun, Swims & Southern Charm: A Perfect Summer Day on the Water in Mooresville, NC

Summer is in full swing in North Carolina and there’s no better place to soak up sunshine and lake life than Mooresville. Located on the north end of Lake Norman, the state’s largest manmade lake, Mooresville offers a day on the water that blends adventure, relaxation, and small-town hospitality—just the kind of Southern summer story…

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From Roadside Fruit Stand to Broadslab Distillery

Making whiskey & moonshine in North Carolina is a multi-generational affair that has a long and deep history in the state. At Broadslab Distillery, located in the moonshine capital of North Carolina, the history continues as Jeremy Norris, owner and master distiller continues the tradition of crafting small batches of my favorite liquor. Jeremy shared…

Winkler cookie tubes Morovian Cookie Trail.
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How To Experience The Sweetness Of The Moravian Cookie Trail

Have you experience the Moravian Cookie Trail in North Carolina yet? I know there are so many great reasons to visit the Tar Heel State from sandy beaches, gorgeous mountains, to Krispy Kreme donuts, NASCAR, and moonshine. However, they also have a rich culinary history with many “trails” to showcase the goodness and one of my favorites…

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From Largest Frying Pan to Outdoor Fun in Duplin County, NC

Tucked away in eastern North Carolina between Raleigh and Wilmington along I-40 you’ll find Duplin County, NC.        The area is well-known for its muscadine vineyards and the award-winning wines of the Duplin Winery (located in Rose Hill), but did you know there is so much more to this area than wine?  …

Create An Epic Road Trip With Visits To These Best Bookstores

Create An Epic Road Trip With Visits To These Best Bookstores

I’ve created a guide of some of the best bookstores in the U.S. that have been recommended by friends. I’ve shared their comments about the bookstore, if available, as well. I don’t know about you guys but I love reading, I’ll admit that I mostly read on my kindle because its convenient, but I love…

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17 Absolute MUST Things To Do When You’re In Wytheville in Southwest Virginia

Location, location, location. Important in business and the same hold true for the small town of Wytheville, VA in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia. Almost everyone traveling from the Midwest to the beaches of the southeast coast will pass through here, but many fail to stop and explore this amazing destination. I’ve visited…