Morehead City is about to get a jolt of high-end tourists. Never a cruise ship stop before, Morehead City is among 71 new destinations just released by luxury line Silversea Cruises for its 2015 itineraries. The Silver Shadow will embark on April 3 on a brand new itinerary, sailing round-trip from Fort Lauderdale, with calls in Savannah, Charleston, Morehead City and Norfolk, which is also a new destination along the Atlantic coast, plus Bermuda and Nassau. Read more.
Category: Tourism
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Oct. 10 on UNC-TV’s North Carolina Weekend, take in the ArtQuilts Freezeframe exhibit at the Page-Walker Arts and History Center in Cary. Talk to the animals at the Aloha Safari Zoo in Cameron. Enjoy a tour of Lake Lure. Lift a glass at Autumn Creek Vineyards in Mayoden. And the “House Special” samples the fare at Marrakesh Mediterranean Restaurant in Jacksonville. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) North Carolina Weekend is underwritten by the N.C. …
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Oct. 3 on UNC-TV’s North Carolina Weekend, “Collecting Carolina” visits the wares offered at the Cameron Antiques Festival in Cameron. Step back to simpler times during the Pamlico County Heritage Day in Grantsboro. Enjoy a scenic cruise aboard the Solomon T in Southport. Relax with a stay at the Esmerelda Inn in Chimney Rock. And whet your appetite at the Plank Road Steakhouse in Farmville. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) North Carolina Weekend is …
NC Tourism Division responds to minimize U.S. government shutdown’s impact on fall travel
With one of the most appealing and important travel seasons well underway all across North Carolina, the Division responded quickly this week to help industry partners minimize the impact of the federal shutdown on visitation. On the eve of the shutdown, the Division released a statement encouraging visitors to use VisitNC.com to take extra care in planning their fall visits. This release was picked up by the Associated Press and ran in numerous outlets nationally including The New York Times, …
Annual tournament draws visitors, dollars to Rocky Mount
For 15 years, the Down East Viking Football Classic has drawn thousands of Elizabeth City State University alumni and football fans to Rocky Mount, filling up hotels and packing restaurants. Delicious barbecue, football and a series of events acclimating youth to the college atmosphere have been the classic’s mainstays, and the event continues to have a large economic and social impact on the area. The Classic draws an estimated 15,000 visitors to Rocky Mount, providing an economic impact in the …
Plan Your Fall Parkway Drive With Shutdown in Mind
RALEIGH, N.C. (September 30, 2013) — Fall foliage seekers can travel the Blue Ridge Parkway, the most visited unit of the National Park Service, even with a federal government shutdown. But with visitor centers and other staffed facilities set to close, careful planning is recommended for travelers driving along the 252 miles from the North Carolina High Country to the Great Smoky Mountains. “Without the convenience of comfort stations every 20 or 30 miles, travelers will want to scope out …
Historic Tour Of Homes & Churches In Townsville & Countryside Saturday, October 26, 2013
HISTORIC TOUR OF HOMES & CHURCHES IN TOWNSVILLE & SURROUNDING COUNTRYSIDE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2013 Rain date: November 2, 2013 Tour sites open from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Contact Information: 252-235-8728 or historictour.wix.com/tumcor or Tabernacle.nccumc.net or P. O. Box 86, Townsville, NC 27584. Tickets: $17.00 each OR $15.00 each FOR groups of 5 or more by advance purchase. $20.00 each, on the day of the tour. Refreshments served at historic Tabernacle UMC during tour hours.
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Sept. 19 on UNC-TV’s North Carolina Weekend, part 3 of “Collecting Carolina” visits the Thomas Day House in Milton. Enjoy a spot of tea at Yosefa AntiquiTea in Boone. Get lost in history at the Rankin Museum of American Heritage in Ellerbe. Lift a glass at MenaRick Vineyard & Winery in Ronda. And tempt your tastebuds at Babylon Restaurant in Raleigh. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) North Carolina Weekend is underwritten by the N.C. …
Mountain State Fair has record attendance for Ingles Day as it enters final weekend
FLETCHER, NC – Good weather and a good cause drew a record number of fairgoers to the N.C. Mountain State Fair Wednesday for Ingles Day. The fair had 13,924 people come through the gates donating about 16,000 pounds of food to MANNA Food Bank. “We’re thrilled to be able to partner with Ingles and MANNA Food Bank to help those in need in Western North Carolina,” said fair manager Matt Buchanan. “It’s great to have record attendance, but even better …
McCreery video includes NCSU Brickyard, Pullen Park
Country singer Scotty McCreery’s new music video has debuted online, and in keeping with his tradition, it includes some scenes from the Triangle. McCreery and his band perform “See You Tonight” on The Brickyard of the N.C. State University campus, where he is a sophomore, and Pullen Park with its famous carousel. Krispy Kreme doughnuts even get a product placement. McCreery’s video for his previous single “The Trouble With Girls” was shot at his alma mater, Garner High School. Also, …
‘Incredible fall foliage hikes’ features Appalachian Trail: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Autumn is the time of year when our favorite hikes become even more breathtaking — alight with the vibrant reds, oranges and yellows of fall. As reported by USA Today, while there are many great places to soak up the amazing sights of autumn, a few great hikes around the country are offer the chance to fully be immersed in the fall season. Among its “Incredible Fall Foliage Hikes,” The ActiveTimes.com includes the Appalachian Trail: Great Smoky Mountains National Park. …
Biltmore House renovation restores historic hallway
Biltmore Estate in Asheville has gone well beyond a good scrubbing with a complete restoration of the second floor living hall, taking it back to its original configuration and purpose: a formal hall and portrait gallery. This includes brand-new reproductions of the original fabric for green velvet draperies, created by French artisans just as they would have been in the early 1890s. The refurbished rooms – the work extended to an adjacent hallway – opened to the public this past …
Eden recognized as N.C. Certified Retirement Community
The N.C. Dept. of Commerce announced today (Wednesday) that Eden has been designated a N.C. Certified Retirement Community. Eden met a rigorous set of requirements, including a comprehensive community survey and an asset assessment of the community’s preparedness for retiree attraction. It is the latest town to be designated into the N.C. Certified Community Program, joining Lumberton, Asheboro, Sanford, Marion, Mount Airy and Pittsboro. “This designation will be a valuable economic development tool for the city of Eden and its …
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Sept. 12 on UNC-TV’s North Carolina Weekend, enjoy the exhibits and tour the Missiles and More Museumin Topsail Island. Relax or have adventures at Earthshine Discovery Center in Lake Toxaway. Get lost at Eliada’s Corn Maze in Asheville. Go fishing for red drum with Captain Gary via his Spec Fever Guide Service And the “House Special” samples the fare at Robbins Nest Restaurant in Selma. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) North Carolina Weekend is …
Mountain State Fair offers free admission during Ingles Day, Sept. 11
FLETCHER — Fairgoers can help their community and earn free admission to the N.C. Mountain State Fair during Ingles Day. On Wednesday, Sept. 11, visitors can get free admission to the fair by donating five cans of Laura Lynn brand food from Ingles at the gate. “The fair is committed to educating the public about the farmers who grow and raise our food, but there are a lot of people out there who don’t know where they are going to …
North Carolina Weekend
For the week of Sept. 5 on UNC-TV’s North Carolina Weekend, take in the Heritage Weekend at the Blue Ridge Parkway Folk Center in Asheville. Enjoy a profile of Plymouth. Be fascinated at the variety of the NC Gourd Festival in Raleigh. Lift at glass at with the Asheville Brews Cruise in Asheville. Step back in time at the Hart Square Festival in Hickory. (Please note: listings are subject to change.) North Carolina Weekend is underwritten by the N.C. Division …
Above and Beyond: 10 Ways to View Fall Color in NC
RALEIGH, N.C. (September 4, 2013) — With more than tree 200 species under the bluest of skies, North Carolina puts on a kaleidoscopic show in the fall. But the state’s exceptional color comes from more than maples and sourwoods. Experience the full glory in myriad ways from the Blue Ridge Parkway to Atlantic Ocean piers. Soar through the canopy: Experience fall color up close on a canopy tour. North Carolina is a national zipline leader with more than 20 tours, …
North Carolina celebrates Wine and Grape Month
Whether it’s sipping a favorite N.C. wine or enjoying grapes directly off the vine, there are plenty of ways for people to celebrate N.C. Wine and Grape Month in September. “Many people know about North Carolina’s history of grape production, but there is also a vibrant wine and grape industry today in North Carolina,”said N.C. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “With about 120 wineries and 400 commercial grape growers, we’re the 10th-largest producer of wine and grapes in the nation.”North Carolina …
Labor Day brings changes to coastal visitor profile
Labor Day weekend not only marked the traditional end of the high season along North Carolina’s coast, but also a change in the kind of vacationer and the length of their stay. Kids are back in school, so vacationers are often coming just for the weekend – rather than the week. Reservations around Labor Day were more nightly than the traditional weekly, according to Joel DeMonbreun of Oak Island Accommodations. “We’ve got a lot of folks coming down just for …
Sights, Sounds and Other Sensations Color the Season in North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. (August 22, 2013) — From first-time festivals to annual favorites, lively events fill the fall calendar in North Carolina. Show-stopping foliage, spirited music and irresistible fare await at celebrations from the mountains to the sea. ‘First’ things first Wide Open Bluegrass Sept. 27-28, Raleigh: The biggest names in bluegrass converge on Raleigh for the International Bluegrass Music Association’s World of Bluegrass, a five-day affair that peaks with Wide Open Bluegrass. The inaugural weekend festival features a street fair, indoor and …