We were setting off on a mini weekend getaway, driving from Cary to Asheville—a trip that takes around four hours. Wanting a nice place to stop for lunch halfway through, a friend recommended Hickory, NC. A bit of digging led me to discover a charming spot called Olde Hickory Station, a beautifully restored historic train…
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Travel North Carolina-A Few Things to do in August in NC.
I’m always on the hunt for fun and exciting things to do in North Carolina, so let’s dive into some of the amazing events happening across the state in August 2025. From lively festivals to cool outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s check out a few highlights that might just make your…
Travel North Carolina-A Day Visiting Fort Fisher in Kure Beach NC
Travel North Carolina NC Aquarium At Fort Fisher in Kure Beach NC A few years ago, I had the chance to visit the amazing North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher in Kure Beach—a place that truly brings the wonders of the natural world to life. From the smooth glide of stingrays to the playful…
A Few Things to do In North Carolina July 2025
I’m always on the hunt for fun and exciting things to do in North Carolina, so let’s dive into some of the amazing events happening across the state in July 2025. From lively festivals to cool outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s check out a few highlights that might just make your…
Travel NC-Museum Park at NCMA in Raleigh NC
Museum Park a the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh NC. Whenever I drive past the NCMA in Raleigh, I can spot several sculptures from the road. I figured it was about time I explored The Museum Park up close. Quote from the NCMA website… “The Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park connects art,…
Let’s Have Some Summer Fun! A Few Things to do in North Carolina For June 2025
I am always looking for fun things to do in the area. I decided to take it further and see what events occur in North Carolina in a specific month. Let’s look at a few things you may enjoy in June 2025 in NC. I live in the Raleigh/Durham area, so I looked for…
North Carolina Travel and Events May 2025: What’s Happening and Where to Go!
I am always looking for fun things to do in the area. I decided to take it further and see what events occur in North Carolina in a specific month. Let’s look at a few things you may enjoy in May 2025 in NC. NC travel and events May 2025 I live in the…
Travel North Carolina-The Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park In Wilson NC
A couple of weeks ago, I drove to Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in Wilson, North Carolina. I had heard about this park several years ago and had wanted to visit it for some time. It was a windy, cool day and a perfect day for this outdoor adventure. From the website “Wilson, North Carolina’s story…
Want to Find a Few Fun Things to do in April in North Carolina? A Few April Events In North Carolina!
I am always looking for fun things to do in the area. I decided to take it further and see what events occur in North Carolina in a specific month. Let’s look at a few things you may enjoy in April 2025 in NC. I live in the Raleigh/Durham area, so I looked for…
Travel NC-Eno River Farms in Hillsborough NC
Let’s Go On An Adventure! Eno River Farm In Hillsborough, NC It is always a great day when I can go on an adventure with family or friends. On this particular day, my daughter Erica and her two little ones, Jane and Riely, were my adventure partners in crime. We decided Eno River Farm was…