After a bit of a winter break, I’ve picked back up with my 100 county tour across North Carolina in 2022. My first county visit this year is of Perquimans County, which is located in northeastern North Carolina. Perquimans is one of the oldest counties in the state, and its county seat, Hertford, was incorporated…
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Day Trip Guide: the Best Things to Do in Saxapahaw
While Saxapahaw might be small, it is an idyllic presence on the banks of the Haw River. This former mill town was originally settled by the Sissapahaw Native American tribe and is a true gem in the North Carolina Piedmont. Saxapahaw is a wonderful day trip destination for entertainment, art, gifts, and outdoor activities. Keep…
Day Trip Guide: 5 Things to Do in Benson, NC
One of the ways I enjoyed the holiday season was by visiting Benson for a little day trip as part of my 100-county tour across North Carolina. Benson, NC is located in Johnston County and is located approximately 30 minutes south of Raleigh. Johnston County was formed in 1746 and was named after Gabriel Johnston,…
Day Trip Guide: 5 Things to Albemarle, NC
After a break following the holiday chaos, I took my first day trip to visit Stanly County for my 100 county tour across North Carolina. My first county visit this year was of Albemarle, NC, located in Stanly County. Stanly County is located in the central part of the state, approximately 45 minutes north of…
Day Trip Guide: the Best Things to Do in Fearrington Village
One of my favorite places for a day trip is to Fearrington Village. It is located right outside of Chapel Hill and Pittsboro and the perfect place for a getaway without having to go too far. Fearrington Village includes a community of about 2000 residents, an inn, a spa, several restaurants, acres of gardens, an…
