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The Best Apple Picking and Apple Festivals in North Carolina and South Carolina

Apple season is more than apple picking! In the Carolinas it means donuts, cider, slushies, festivals, photo ops, and orchard trips for the whole...

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Outer Banks Hang Gliding

You can indulge your flying dreams with hang gliding lessons in the Outer Banks. After a brief ground school in which you learn the...

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Whitewater Tubing

“Can we do it again?!” Enjoy an afternoon of mountain fun as you bounce and splash in a wild ride down the rushing water...

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Bryson City Moonlight Zipline

Moonlight and glow sticks illuminate this exhilarating high-wire mountain adventure. Yes this really is a night-time zip-line experience! Guided by instructors signaling commands with glow...

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Indoor Skydiving

With your arms raised, you fall face first into hurricane-force winds. The further forward you fall, the lighter you become. Until suddenly you are...

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Megalodon Shark Teeth

Your hunt for the elusive megalodon shark tooth will yield a pocketful of fossilized shark teeth and prehistoric treasures. While turbo-charged thrill seekers will...

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Thrill Seekers: NASCAR Driving Experience

Satisfy your need for speed when you get behind the wheel of a real NASCAR race car. It’s a smorgasbord for your senses as...

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Thrill Seekers: Waterfall Rappel

Outfitters in the Green River area of North Carolina (southeast of Asheville) have upped the adrenaline level of rappelling by throwing in a waterfall...

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Charleston Horse Carriage Tours

A horse-drawn carriage tour is on the must-do list of every visitor to Charleston. We found two expertly-guided carriage tours that offer convenient mobile...

Explore The Coast With A Weekend Ferry Excursion

For decades, the only way to reach certain areas of the North Carolina coast was by a ferry or private boat. Today, many residents...

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Charleston Restaurant Tours

Have you ever wondered where a chef goes to dinner? Or what they order? It's no secret the restaurants in Charleston offer some of...

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Plan the Ultimate Day Trip to The Blowing Rock

The Blowing Rock is a beautiful Western North Carolina attraction that offers stunning views and unique experiences. You'll find it just outside the charming...

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Explore 18th Century Native American Life with A Cherokee Day Trip

What Is the Cherokee Cultural District? Western North Carolina’s Cherokee Cultural District is an outstanding kid-friendly day trip destination. Since the mid-20th century, this beloved home...

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Find Hidden Gems: Weekend Things To Do in Franklin

While many seek out Franklin for the the slow pace and relaxing mountain town vibe, we found plenty of fun things to do in...

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Courtyard of the Cherokee

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What Is There To Do At Hammocks Beach And Bear Island?

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Whirligig Park In Downtown Wilson

December 14, 2020

The Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, a one-of-a-kind experience, is now open in Historic Downtown Wilson. What are whirligigs? The whirligigs are feats of engineering and wondrous...

9 Fantastic Fun Parks Across North Carolina

South Carolina’s 8 Best Attractions for Animal Lovers

Top 10 State Parks in North Carolina

Top 12 Animal Adventures in North Carolina

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Bryson City Moonlight Zipline

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Moonlight and glow sticks illuminate this exhilarating high-wire mountain adventure. Yes this really is a night-time zip-line experience! Guided by instructors signaling commands with glow...

How To See The Wild Horses Of The Outer Banks

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While it is possible to find wild horses on your own, the best bet for seeing them is to book a tour with a...

A Family Favorite: The Museum of Life and Science in Durham

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For some, a day at the museum might sound a little boring. This is not the case with the Museum of Life and Science...

15 Fabulous Fall Day Trips in Western North Carolina

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Nature’s Lessons You won’t need to travel far from mountain cities like Asheville, Hendersonville or Boone to visit some of the most impressive geological sites...

See The Outer Banks With A Historic Ferry Tour

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Since 1947 the State has operated a ferry network providing a vital lifeline connecting residents of the outlying islands with the mainland. Today ferries...

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