The holiday season in North Carolina is nothing short of magical. Across the state, North Carolina Christmas towns transform into sparkling winter wonderlands filled with twinkling lights, hot cocoa, carriage rides, joyful parades, and visits with Santa. Whether you’re dreaming of a festive mountain escape or a coastal Christmas celebration, these charming towns deliver that…
Experience the natural beauty of the North Carolina coast on Oak Island. Located approximately 30 miles south of Wilmington, Oak Island is a south-facing beach that offers fantastic sunrises and sunsets. The uncrowded beaches and rich community make it a perfect place to disconnect from the busyness of everyday life. A family-friendly beach resort with…
With a shoreline stretching over 320 miles along the East Coast, North Carolina has some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. From the Outer Banks to Brunswick County, there’s no shortage of quaint beach towns to explore. North Carolina beaches boast some of the best fishing, boating, and breathtaking sunrises along the east…
Wilmington, NC, is a beautiful city that offers many fun activities for families with kids. Whether you’re visiting the beach, museum, or aquarium, there’s something for everyone. Many of these activities are suitable for the entire family. So, if you’re looking for family-friendly activities in Wilmington, we’ve got you covered. Wilmington is one of the…
In 2019, I had the pleasure of seeing Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo when they came to the PNC Arena in Raleigh. The amount of dedication, hard work, and talent in the cast and crew of the show is unmatched. Cirque du Soleil Corteo debuted in Montreal in April of 2005 and, since its creation, has…
North Carolina is a state rich in historical and natural heritage. Make the most of your time in North Carolina and let a local expert guide you to the state’s most famous and hidden gems. Scattered across the state, these tours offer you the chance to step back in time and experience the places where…
Disney’sThe Haunted Mansion, releasing on Friday, July 28, is partnering with U.S. Ghost Adventures (Raleigh Ghosts) for an exclusive haunted tour at 8 p.m. on Saturday, July 22. About the Raleigh Ghost Tour The Raleigh Ghosts tour meets at The State Capitol at 1 E Morgan St, Raleigh, NC 27601 (at the benches in front…
The comedy duo of Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley began when two best friends shared their frustrations over a glass of wine. Kristin and Jen decided to share the challenging and hilarious parts of being a mom online. Their videos resonated with other moms, and their audience grew to over 2 million viewers. The hilarious…
We’ve visited Blue Jay Point Park many times but apparently I’ve never share our adventures there. Recently we went on a cold January day with some friends and had a blast exploring the trails, playing in the nature playground and watching Christmas tree being turned into mulch. Unfortunately for us they were renovating their playground…
Winter break can be long and cold, especially when all of the kids are home for winter break. Most kids would prefer to spend their break playing video games but it’s nice to have alternative activities to keep them busy. These activities include things to do as a family around town and things to do…