Early bird rates make it especially attractive – and gift-worthy Chase the blues this winter with an assortment of North Carolina reds, whites and ambers. The 2021-22 Yadkin Valley Winter Wine & Beer Passport serves up tastings at 18 locations in the heart of North Carolina wine country. That number includes 14 wineries, three breweries and one distillery along the Surry County Wine … [Read more...] about Winter Wine & Beer Passport: Economical Way to Enjoy NC Wine Country
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Hendersonville Cheers! Trail Passport: A Great Holiday Stocking Stuffer for $10
Looking to fill the stockings on your holiday gift list? Stuff them with nearly two dozen wineries, breweries and cideries. The Cheers! Trail Passport is a guide to 23 tasting rooms along this unique trail in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Hendersonville, NC. The trail features 11 breweries, six vineyards, three cideries and a meadery. In addition to all that, two wineries operate second tasting … [Read more...] about Hendersonville Cheers! Trail Passport: A Great Holiday Stocking Stuffer for $10
Scenic drives for North Carolina fall color in the Mountains and the Triangle
If you're seeking North Carolina fall colors, there are many beautiful, scenic drives in North Carolina, especially Western North Carolina, where you can experience vibrant fall foliage as part of a stunning landscape. Since so many North Carolinians head toward the mountains for fall colors (for good reason) we reached out to ExploreAsheville.com for advice. They generously shared some … [Read more...] about Scenic drives for North Carolina fall color in the Mountains and the Triangle
Photo guide to 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls
North Carolina is a wonderland of waterfalls. This photo guide of nine North Carolina waterfalls, by Harrison Grothoff and Triangle on the Cheap, will inspire you to go on a road trip to explore one or two of these natural beauties. Since most of these waterfalls are in Western North Carolina, they're a bit of a trek from the Triangle, but we think they're definitely worth it! … [Read more...] about Photo guide to 9 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls
Rent an RV for fall travel
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It's time to plan your fall getaway! One of the best ways to do that is to rent an RV for your travels. The open road is stretched out before you, and you and your family can spend an awesome week away in just about any part of the country with a rental RV from RVshare. In many parts of the country, early fall is the perfect time to go camping. Campgrounds are less crowded, lakes are … [Read more...] about Rent an RV for fall travel
Budbreak Wine & Craft Beer Festival in Yadkin Valley: Taste 16 Wineries & Breweries for Just $20
A selection of North Carolina’s top wineries and breweries will line Mount Airy’s Main Street on Saturday, Aug. 28, for the annual Budbreak Wine and Craft Beer Festival. This popular boutique festival showcases 16 tasting booths and live music from an up-and-coming Nashville star, all for $20 (in advance). There will also be a barbecue food tent from local restaurant 13 Bones, as well as food … [Read more...] about Budbreak Wine & Craft Beer Festival in Yadkin Valley: Taste 16 Wineries & Breweries for Just $20
Visit Cherokee North Carolina — an itinerary for 2 unforgettable days
If you're thinking about a quick getaway to the mountains, and you'd like to go beyond the familiar destinations of Asheville and Blowing Rock, you're in for a treat. This itinerary for an overnight trip to Cherokee, North Carolina, comes from Julie McElmurry. Not only did she grow up in the area, but her parents ran a campground and tourism-based businesses. Julie has a degree in … [Read more...] about Visit Cherokee North Carolina — an itinerary for 2 unforgettable days
Find the cheapest gas in the Triangle
Find the cheapest gas prices in the Triangle here. Powered by Gas Buddy. The Gas Buddy map below will show the places that have cheap gas in Raleigh, but you can plug in any zip code to zero in on your area. Below the map are several charts that show the cheapest gas in different parts of the Triangle, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and more. All information is supplied by … [Read more...] about Find the cheapest gas in the Triangle
Kids’ tickets $5 all summer for train travel with N.C. By Train
Ready for summer adventures with the family? Consider going by train! Through August 31st, 2021, kids ages 2-12 can travel for $5, each way, with the purchase of a regularly priced adult ticket on N.C. By Train. Use discount code V256 when booking. The offer is valid for travel on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Masks are required on board trains and in … [Read more...] about Kids’ tickets $5 all summer for train travel with N.C. By Train
10 Drive-Thru Attractions in North Carolina
North Carolina offers many ways to enjoy the journey as well as the destination, especially when the two are one and the same. There are many opportunities to sight-see from your car, whether you’re on your way somewhere else, or the drive-thru attraction is your destination. Visit North Carolina has put together a number of scenic Drive-Thru Vacations in every region of the state, including … [Read more...] about 10 Drive-Thru Attractions in North Carolina
