If you're looking to visit North Carolina's beaches, it's a long trip through three states. But there's plenty to see along the way on highways 20, 95, and 74. Break up the road trip with stops at quirky landmarks, with some great tunes, and in a comfortable car. Georgia Conyers Credit: Steve Karg After leaving the Atlanta metro area, there's a two hour or so … [Read more...] about Road Tripping from Atlanta to Wilmington
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Weekend Guide to Wilmington and Beaches
Wilmington, North Carolina and its surrounds were first inhabited by Native American tribes and were later explored by an Italian explorer. European colonists arrived in the 1720s and an official settlement was created, named for the Earl of Wilmington. It sits at a strategic location on the Cape Fear River, inland from the Atlantic Ocean. For this reason, it became an … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Wilmington and Beaches
6 Easy Day Trips from Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina has so much to see that it’s easy to spend your trip within the city limits. But drive less than an hour outside of town and you’ll have a completely different experience. There are so many places to see in less than two hours, but we’ve included a few of our favorites. It’s easy to pick up your rental car downtown or at the airport … [Read more...] about 6 Easy Day Trips from Charlotte
Pirates of the North Carolina Coast
Credit: Joseph Nicholls via Wikimedia Commons The coastal communities of North and South Carolina are a popular vacation destination, including Charleston and the Outer Banks. But over 300 years ago, you wouldn't dare traverse these waters, especially with valuables. That's because pirates trolled the ocean and inlets, robbing incoming ships. It was here that a man named … [Read more...] about Pirates of the North Carolina Coast
Weekend Guide to Onslow County
The coastal communities of North Carolina provide an ideal getaway for travelers, especially since there are some towns that aren't overrun with tourists. Onslow County is one such area, made up of Jacksonville and nearby Camp Lejeune, Topsail Island, and Swansboro. European settlers first arrived here in the 1700s. During World War II, an Army camp was established that is … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Onslow County
