http://www.ajc.com/travel/north-carolina-travel-news-82134.html en-us Copyright 2012 Mon, 28 May 2012 11:14:22 GMT 2012-05-28T11:14:22Z en-us Copyright 2012 http://www.ajc.com/travel/getaway-to-cashiers-highlands-1399475.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Visit Cashiers and Highlands, N.C. one of three ways: On a budget, spending a bit more, or when the getaway calls for a splurge. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:33:39 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/getaway-to-cashiers-highlands-1399475.html Clara Bosonetto 2012-03-27T14:33:39Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/queen-city-charlotte-praised-1390527.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 It’s only about four hours away by car and it offers a bevy of fun and entertaining possibilities. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:43:17 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/queen-city-charlotte-praised-1390527.html David Aaron Moore 2012-03-19T11:43:17Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/weekend-in-wrightsville-beach-1216756.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Plan a weekend visit to Wrightsville Beach, N.C., three ways: On a budget, spending a bit more, or when the getaway calls for a splurge. Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:57:18 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/weekend-in-wrightsville-beach-1216756.html Clara Bosonetto 2011-11-03T22:57:18Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/johnston-county-n-c-1152137.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Johnston County in eastern North Carolina is historically an agricultural area, known for its tobacco farms. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:02:27 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/johnston-county-n-c-1152137.html Blake Guthrie 2011-08-31T17:02:27Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/ashevilles-biltmore-offers-tourism-1008291.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 For generations, families have been making a pilgrimage to Asheville, N.C., to tour America's largest home and its gardens on Biltmore Estate. Sun, 10 Jul 2011 18:43:32 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/ashevilles-biltmore-offers-tourism-1008291.html Blake Guthrie 2011-07-10T18:43:32Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/deals/pinehurst-offers-golfers-offseason-752154.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Don't put away those golf clubs just yet. Consider a trip to the world-renowned Pinehurst Resort located in the North Carolina heartland. Tue, 23 Nov 2010 19:41:47 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/deals/pinehurst-offers-golfers-offseason-752154.html Clara Bosonetto 2010-11-23T19:41:47Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/road-trip-topsail-island-687708.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 A 26-mile-long pencil-thin barrier island hugging the North Carolina coast, Topsail Island was dubbed "Mayberry By the Sea" by journalist Ray McAllister in his award-winning book covering the area's history and allure. Thu, 21 Oct 2010 23:35:46 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/road-trip-topsail-island-687708.html Blake Guthrie 2010-10-21T23:35:46Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/road-trip-durham-n-616096.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Home of Research Triangle Park and Duke University, Durham is a growing town abundant with museums, the arts, culture and outdoor attractions. Fri, 17 Sep 2010 22:20:49 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/road-trip-durham-n-616096.html Special 2010-09-17T22:20:49Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/southeastern-roundup-3-mountain-610466.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 While the West is known for its towering peaks and grand vistas, the South has a closer-to-home abundance of mountain getaways.  From Georgia to North Carolina to Kentucky, the Southeast's older mountains are home to pretty towns with clean air and plenty to do. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 21:37:44 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/southeastern-roundup-3-mountain-610466.html Special 2010-09-09T21:37:44Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/southeastern-roundup-fall-food-605486.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Across the Southeast, foodies pay tribute to the cuisines of the South with festivals that celebrate good eating. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:44 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/southeastern-roundup-fall-food-605486.html Traci Bridges 2010-09-02T17:27:44Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/deals/north-carolina-has-cool-595985.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Embrace the end of summer or celebrate the cooler temps of autumn with a trip up to North Carolina. Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:40:09 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/deals/north-carolina-has-cool-595985.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2010-08-20T12:40:09Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/deals/head-to-blue-ridge-590550.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 The AAA 3-Diamond Waynesville Inn Golf Resort & Spa offers an inviting deal of just $69 per night on stays through November. Thu, 12 Aug 2010 15:11:23 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/deals/head-to-blue-ridge-590550.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2010-08-12T15:11:23Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/asheville-detour-off-parkway-578178.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Along the Blue Ridge Parkway sits a fine and funky city in the western North Carolina mountains known for its love of the arts, craft, food and wine. Sun, 25 Jul 2010 23:08:06 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/asheville-detour-off-parkway-578178.html Marcia C. Langhenry 2010-07-25T23:08:06Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/road-trip-linville-n-552504.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Each July in tiny Linville, N.C. Scottish clans gather to watch or participate in the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. Fri, 18 Jun 2010 16:50:47 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/road-trip-linville-n-552504.html Blake Guthrie 2010-06-18T16:50:47Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/deals/grove-park-inn-has-545997.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Plan now to enjoy the July 4th weekend in lovely Asheville, N.C. and treat yourself to a stay at the AAA Four Diamond Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa. Thu, 10 Jun 2010 15:29:03 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/deals/grove-park-inn-has-545997.html Clara Bosonetto Maerz 2010-06-10T15:29:03Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/weekend-in-new-bern-520399.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Budget Getting there One-way rates starting at $88 are offered to Greenville, N.C., which is less than 90 minutes by car to New Bern. Wed, 05 May 2010 19:32:36 GMT jdenery@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/weekend-in-new-bern-520399.html Jim Denery 2010-05-05T19:32:36Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/history-off-the-shoreline-404028.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 The Outer Banks might as well be a foreign land, offering tourists the chance to visit historic lighthouses and view wild horses. Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:14:24 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/history-off-the-shoreline-404028.html Blake Guthrie 2010-03-25T20:14:24Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/blowing-rock-a-year-275211.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Blowing Rock hosts some worthwhile annual events in winter and early spring, making it a good time to visit. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 18:20:22 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/blowing-rock-a-year-275211.html Blake Guthrie 2010-01-14T18:20:22Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/southern-skiers-enjoying-snow-275180.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Skiers in North Carolina have an unusual treat this year: The Blue Ridge Mountains are dressed in winter white from an early snowstorm. Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:52:32 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/southern-skiers-enjoying-snow-275180.html Sofia Mannos 2010-01-14T17:52:32Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/one-tank-trip-beech-176359.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 One of the highest points in North Carolina at 5,506 feet above sea level, Beech Mountain provides plenty of opportunities for winter sports lovers to get their snow on. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:50:24 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/one-tank-trip-beech-176359.html Amy Hunter 2009-10-28T17:50:24Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/five-ski-resorts-that-176342.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Out west, the mountains may be higher and the resorts bigger, but the Southeast offers some worthwhile ski areas of its own. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:14:00 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/us-world-destinations/five-ski-resorts-that-176342.html Blake Guthrie 2009-10-28T17:14:00Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/one-tank-trip-lexington-157806.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Located in the heart of North Carolina, the small city of Lexington (and its surrounding area) is a place that beckons outdoor enthusiasts, NASCAR fans and barbecue lovers alike. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:52:53 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/one-tank-trip-lexington-157806.html Blake Guthrie 2009-10-08T17:52:53Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/festivals-feature-seas-bounty-115049.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Two to check out this weekend: the Beaufort Shrimp Festival, a small town gem on the South Carolina coast; and the 23rd annual North Carolina Seafood Festival, featuring an array of Tar Heel State seafood. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:19:00 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/festivals-feature-seas-bounty-115049.html Lynn and Cele Seldon 2009-09-25T20:19:00Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/ghost-tours-of-the-145987.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Find tours featuring ghosts, dungeons, the paranormal and other unexplained phenomena in nine Southeastern states. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:02:51 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/ghost-tours-of-the-145987.html 2009-09-24T18:02:51Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/destination-oktoberfest-130293.html?cxtype=rss_travel_82134 Munich’s Oktoberfest celebrates its 199th birthday this year, but you don’t have to go all the way to Bavaria to enjoy that infectious oompah-pah beat. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:32:14 GMT http://www.ajc.com/travel/southeast/destination-oktoberfest-130293.html Heather Mark 2009-09-03T15:32:14Z ajc_news