The Town of New Bern is the home of North Carolina’s first state capital and was originally settled in 1710. New Bern was settled by German and Swiss immigrants and thus named their settlement after the capital of Switzerland. New Bern has quite a bit to do, including Tryon Palace, sunset cruises, delicious restaurants, beautiful…
Weekend Getaway
What to Do in Oriental, NC
A few weekends ago, a dear friend invited me down to her family’s boat docked in Oriental, NC for a girls’ weekend. I hadn’t been to Oriental in years and I was thrilled to get to spend time with her catching up and also exploring this quaint coastal town. Oriental is one of the places on…
An Afternoon Trip to Franklin County, NC
I made it a goal this year to visit all 100 counties in North Carolina, so a few weeks ago, David and I decided to take a drive up Capital Blvd. in Raleigh and head to neighboring Franklin County. While it is a close drive for some parts of Wake County, it took us about…
Top 7 Best Patios in Charlotte, NC
Now that one of my best friends has moved to Charlotte, I’ve been having a great time visiting and checking items off my travel lists in the Queen City! There are some absolutely beautiful outdoor dining spaces in the city, so today, I’m sharing the top 7 best patios in Charlotte, NC. These spots are…
Boutique Hotels in Raleigh, NC: Heights House Hotel Preview
Last month, I had the opportunity to tour the newest boutique hotel in Raleigh, which is also a stunning historic landmark in Boylan Heights in downtown Raleigh. Not only is it a boutique hotel, it also doubles as a venue and a gathering space. The historic preservation of this building is simply stunning. Keep scrolling…
