The time has come to getaway. It’s your time to leave it all behind and escape to paradise. The paradise we are speaking of today is North Carolina. This state has it all. Pristine beaches majestic landscapes, shopping adventure and excitement. Let’s begin with the famous North Carolina tourist attractions.
Activities abound for the water lovers out there like boating on the coast or out to sea or fishing from the coast or offshore in organized tours. Go diving on shipwrecks or snorkeling in the shallows. Try your hand at a variety of watersports in all of its forms in clear, crystal water that is deep blue and breathtaking. If you enjoy surfing in the ocean. Catch some waves from outside the breakers and ride them to shore. Go beachcombing along the endless coasts of white sandy beaches and walk around in the comfort of the boardwalk and just enjoy the atmosphere and take it all in too.
After a day filled with beach excursions and family fun, it is time to change it up with a trip to the mountains. This contrast will amaze and captivate you at the same time. The best mountains in the area are the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountain. If you have never heard of the Smoky Mountains or the Blue Ridge Mountains, then you have not visited one of the state’s most spectacular wonders. Here you will find enchanting scenery with parks and wildlife that is second to none. Each year, throngs of visitors come here to experience the peace and serenity of the rivers, lakes and parks. The natural beauty is an ideal setting for RV’s, campers and naturalists. Cyclists and hikers take in the sweeping beauty of majestic mountain ranges, gorges and trails.
The Outer Banks are the barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina. Here you will find beaches with shipwrecks to explore, shopping that will amaze you and the best activities to keep the entire family occupied.
Be sure to visit Charlotte as well, as it has style and plenty of shopping, with specialty shops, boutiques, malls, outlets and more. It offers up some of the best designer labels around. Three major races also take place at Charlotte Motor Speedway: the Coca-Cola 600, the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series All-Star Race and Bank of America 500. The NASCAR Hall of Fame is a hit with families too. The city of Charlotte will show you a good time, full of exciting nightlife you can’t find anywhere else. In addition, it is full of family-friendly tourist attractions that will entertain all ages. For outdoor adventurers, you can feed the giraffes at Lazy 5 Ranch and take a safari. Feel the rush of the rapids at the National Whitewater Center, where Olympic athletes typically train. Ride a heart-pounding coaster at Carowinds owned by Cedar Faire too.
At Raleigh Durham, the beauty of North Carolina is the sheer volume of diverse opportunities. There is something for everyone. Those that cannot escape the beach enjoy the sun, surf, sand and atmosphere of the beach environment. Others flee to the mountains to get lost in the sweeping landscapes and hiking trails. But for the city folk who like the urban environment, Raleigh Durham is for you. Here you will find the best shopping, dining, events, music and atmosphere, but you will get much more than that. History lovers will enjoy the historic monuments. Children will love the baseball fields, Thrill seekers will love Raleigh for its water parks, waterslides, trampoline parks and more.
The sheer volume of activities makes North Carolina a favorite destination of GuestQuest. There is something for everyone. Even the most discerning travelers will find activities to keep them occupied to their hearts content for hours, weeks, days and maybe longer. Perhaps you will be inspired to sell up and move to the great state of North Carolina.
