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3 days in the heart of the Yadkin Valley wine region? 🍷 We’ve rounded up 11 stops full of vineyard views, homegrown flavors and local art that’ll have you toasting to new memories in @YadkinValleyNC: visitnc.com/itinerary/say-…

BBQ nachos piled high, brisket tacos from the underground pit, a Carolina Mustard sauce on standby and margaritas within reach - all waiting for you at Highlands Smokehouse in @visit_higlhands. Tap to try: highlandssmokehouse.com

Wildflower season shows off in every corner of NC — from mountain trails to quiet coastal paths. Find your next bloom-filled stop and see where spring is putting on a show: visitnc.com/list/10-ways-g… 📸📍The Fields at Sunflower Trail in Mocksville

Roxboro’s Person County Museum of History is more than a museum stop. Explore 9+ buildings, from a doctor’s office to a general store, stroll the beautiful grounds and tap into stories that bring the past to life. pcmuseumnc.org

National Parks Week is a great time to explore @greatsmokynps. From scenic drives to misty mountain hikes, the Great Smoky Mountains deliver views that stay with you. Plan your visit: visitnc.com/story/beyond-g…

Think you know @VisitHickoryNC? A city shaped by flavor, fresh air and Friday-night energy waits for you. Find art inspiration, a live music scene and more: visitnc.com/story/explore-…

Camping, but make it comfortable! You can sleep in treehouses, domes, yurts and even converted buses across NC. Explore spots that bring the outdoors a little closer while keeping the cozy touches: visitnc.com/list/go-glampi… 📸📍Cashie River Treehouses in Windsor, NC

.@DurhamNC does weekends right: a full lineup of local eats, creative cocktails and plenty of places to wander between bites. Use this itinerary to plan a 3-day trip to the Bull City built around flavor: visitnc.com/itinerary/durh…

Spring days feel even better on the patio at @JonesVonDrehle in @WilkesNCtourism. Sip a flight in the tasting room now and come back in May when the vineyard’s concert series brings live music to the vines. 🍷 jonesvondrehle.com

Patio season is back. Grab a table outside at your favorite NC restaurant, order something fresh and let the sunshine do the rest. 📍Roger‘s Diner, @exploretryon Want more spring ideas across the state? Click here: visitnc.com/list/8-things-…

Can you guess which NC spots showed up on the Top Chef Season 23 premiere? 👀 Hint: @SpiceWalla, @Charlottgotalot and @CLTMotorSpdwy made an appearance. Drop what we missed in the comments.

North Carolina’s 2026 James Beard semifinalists are in. From @VisitAsheville to @WilmingtoNCoast to @visitRaleigh to @Charlottgotalot, these chefs and restaurants are putting big flavor on the national table. See who made the list: visitnc.com/list/meet-nort…

Savor Charlotte = 2 weeks of can’t-miss bites. Starting March 11, dig into a culinary celebration that turns @CharlottGotAlot into a foodie playground. Find ways to savor the city:charlottesgotalot.com/savo

From craft coffee to championship cars, a weekend in @ExploreCabarrus is full throttle. 🏎️ Paying a visit for your first @NASCAR race? Be sure to make these pit stops: visitnc.com/itinerary/plan…

Share plates, savor the moment at Spring House Restaurant. 🍽️ Start with apps for two by the fireplace in the Library Bar, then settle in for an intimate dinner and dessert (butter cake, anyone?) inside this restored 1920s mansion on Winston-Salem’s Millionaire’s Row.

The Civil Rights Movement didn’t happen only in major cities. It also happened in restaurants, universities and golf courses across the state. Explore the @ncculture Civil Rights Trail, where you can go to see the impact for yourself: visitnc.com/story/journey-…

Handmade goods. Spa splurges. Horseback rides. Oh my! This NC gift guide is full of ways to wow your valentine — or treat yourself: visitnc.com/list/nc-gift-g… 👛: @willowsoap in @LincolnCountyNC

From grit cakes to brisket mac to 75+ wines by the glass, @VisitGSo’s food scene goes big on flavor and creativity. Find a spot to take each one of your foodie friends: visitnc.com/list/savor-bor…

Celebrate 250 years of American independence where it all began. The inaugural NC First in Freedom Festival kicks off Feb. 21-28, leading to the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge 🇺🇸 ncfirstinfreedomfestival.com #America250

New year, new adventures! Start planning your 2026 getaways with our FREE 2026 North Carolina Travel Guide. Hidden gems, road trip inspo, foodie finds and more. Order yours now: visitnc.com/travel-guides