Once you are at the Village, you will see that it’s more than just a place. It is also a time: 1759. As you step into the Oconaluftee Indian Village, you’re transported back to witness the challenges of Cherokee life at a time of rapid cultural change. This year for the first time, visitors will be able to take self-guided tours to explore the authentic working Village with dwellings, residents, and artisans right out of the 1750's. Visitors can experience traditional medicine and interact with villagers as they hull canoes, make pottery and masks, weave baskets and beadwork, and participate in their daily activities.
The Village also hosts live reenactments, interactive demonstrations, “Hands-On Cherokee” arts and crafts classes, Villager outfit rentals for children, and evening storytelling performances. For more information, call the Oconaluftee Indian Village: (828) 497-2111.
Battleship North Carolina
As you walk the decks of the NORTH CAROLINA, imagine yourself at sea in 1942 searching the sky for enemy aircraft, anticipating what may happen next. Discover how this heroic ship and brave crew fought in every major naval offensive in the Pacific of WWII. This is an historic adventure you don't want to miss! The North Carolina is preserved in all her glory just as she was in World War II, a defining moment in history. She will captivate your heart by giving you a deeper appreciation of what it took to bring victory and peace to the world. Discover our detailed visual displays that interpret the Ship for a younger generation. For more information, call (910) 251-5797.
Days Inn North Carolina
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grrrrrrrrrreat!!!!!!!!!! Days Inn Asheville/Mall, NC
Breakfast was perfect! The price for the room was high but cheaper than the other hotels in the area. Staff was excellent! Location was great, close to all the major "tourist" places and close enough to walk to several places to eat and shop!! I liked the way the hotel was set up, outside entrances but placed in a way you can't hear the traffic from the road when you're in your room.
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Would recommend and return again Days Inn Mariner Motel- Kill Devil Hills, NC
For the price we were very happy and would return again. The room was clean and the staff were helpful. I traveled with three children and found activities close to the hotel. An ocean front property with easy access and a view of the beach. For a last minute spring break get away we will consider this destination and hotel again for next year. A GREAT TIME WAS HAD FOR ALL.
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Great Beds! Days Inn Asheville Biltmore- Smokey Park Highway, NC
I loved the bed! The rooms were just redone and very nice. The shower was good and the towels were nice and fluffy. The breakfast buffet was ok. The staff was nice and when I saw a group of students arrive as I checked in, they assured me my room would be far from them - it was.
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Great Time! Days Inn Asheville/Mall, NC
I had a great time at Days Inn Asheville Mall. The people who work there are excellent, very helpful. The rooms and public areas were clean and comfy. I especially loved the breakfast, egss, bacon, pancakes, everything you could want. PC and printer in lobby was a plus, as well as the willingness of the staff to answer all of my questions. Thanks everyone!
With four distinct seasons, thousand of travel choices, over 300 miles of coastline and beaches, spectacular mountains, NASCAR, 38 National Historic Landmarks, 25 nationally accredited museums and two federally designated National Heritage Areas, North Carolina is without question, scenic and memorable.
Discover a wonderful variety of attractions and activities, whether it’s a hundred-year-old lighthouse, a Native American Indian Village, a battleground or a Civil Rights Movement museum of the grand Biltmore Estate. Watch a potter transform a lump of clay into a collector’s piece. See an outdoor drama unfold under the stars. Relax at a symphony. And along the way, discover the fine art of vacationing.
Enjoy the combination of food, folks, fun and faith that North Carolina has to offer. How your spend your time is the question, you’ll be wondering what to see and do first. Days Inn is an easy choice where to stay.
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North Carolina Zoo, Asheboro
Go wild at the nation’s largest walk-through natural-habitat zoo featuring more than 1,100 animals from Africa and North America. Now open - the Watani Grasslands Reserve features up-close views of the largest land animals on the planet, elephants and rhinos. Don't miss the two new American black bear cubs, Moon & Star, now on display at the Black Bear exhibit in the North America region! Gift shops & dining on site as well as picnic areas are available. This is something for your whole family to enjoy! For more information, call the North Carolina Zoo: 1-800-488-0444.
Museum of Art, Raleigh
North Carolina's premiere art museum, the NCMA, has over 181,000 square feet of exhibit space divided into numerous galleries. The well-known European collection includes works from artists such as Claude Monet, Sandro Botticelli, and Peter Paul Rubens. Several galleries devoted to American artists feature works from such luminaries as Georgia O'Keeffe, Frank Stella, and Jacob Lawrence. Additional galleries present Oceanic, African, and Jewish ceremonial art. A popular restaurant and a museum shop are located on the premises. The museum's 100-acre park is complete with a walking trail, sculpture installations, and an amphitheater. For more information, call the Museum of Art: (919) 839-6262.
16th Annual Pleasure Island Seafood Blues & Jazz Festival
Annual - October 10th - 11th, 2009
Headlining the Festival this year is Delbert McClinton. Music lovers revel in two days of non-stop jazz and blues on two stages, performed by nationally and regionally recognized musicians. Seafood lovers enjoy scrumptious seafood from some of the areas best restaurants. There's plenty of shopping at booths hosted by crafters and local shop owners, a fine arts plaza and a wine tasting. For the kids, there is a special kids zone with inflatable amusements, face painters and much more. Opening hours are Saturday 11am to 10pm and Sunday 11am to 6pm. For more information, call the Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau: (302) 295-2210.
Experience the Taste of North Carolina
Think of North Carolina food and you’ll likely think of barbecue. It’s true, NC is passionate about its pulled pork. In fact, North Carolinians are so serious about ‘cue that they’ve got two distinct ways of making it and endless arguments as to whether Eastern-style (whole hog with a vinegar-based sauce) or Lexington-style (pork shoulder with a tomato-based sauce) is the true Carolina Barbecue. We’ve even got a “Barbecue Trail” so you can sample it all and decide for yourself. For more information, call the North Carolina Department of Commerce, Division of Tourism: (800) 847-4862.
North Carolina Shopping: Hickory - The Heart of Furniture Country
Stroll through 20 miles of furniture shops or browse the showrooms of large home furnishing malls in the Furniture Capital of the World. Hickory is a major destination for furniture shoppers and is well known as the furniture shopping Mecca for the retail industry. Hickory Furniture Mart, with over 100 factory outlets, stores and galleries representing 1,000 premier manufacturers, has become one of North Carolina’s primary destinations for countless local, regional, national and international furniture shoppers. For more information on Shopping in Hickory, call the city of Hickory: (828) 323-7400.
Golfing across North Carolina
From Murphy to Manteo as the saying goes...North Carolina is about as perfect as it gets for golfers. Few states can boast of being home to coastal, heartland AND true mountain golf courses. Add to this the great weather and world renowned "Carolina Blue Skies" and well, you just can't get much closer to heaven on earth for golfers. From such legendary courses such as Pinehurst Resort and Country Club and Wade Hampton Golf Club, to the stunning new Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed course at Rock Barn Golf and Spa in Hickory, North Carolina Golf Courses are, well.....just about perfect. For more information on Golfing in North Carolina, call the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau: (888) 968-2060.
Balloons over Charlotte
There is something particularly captivating about the sight of a hot air balloon rising effortlessly into the sky. It’s a majestic scene. Professional pilots will take you on a magical excursion at the most beautiful times of the day which occur just after sunrise and about two hours before sunset. Dawn and dusk provide the most romantic setting imaginable and exceptionally dramatic lighting for all photographs. A whole new world unfolds before you as you float along seeing natures ever changing – panorama below. The fascinating silence is punctuated only by the music of bird’s singing, dog’s barking and other sounds of the world; and occasionally, the hiss of the burner, as the pilot makes flight adjustments. For more information, call 'Balloons over Charlotte': (704) 756-0643.
Lowe's Motor Speedway
Built in 1960, the famous 1.5 mile superspeedway is home to NASCAR Nextel Cup, Busch and Craftsman Truck Series racing. NASCAR events highlight the schedule in May and October, but the 167,000-seat facility also hosts numerous other activities, including three of the nation's largest car shows; a 10-week series of Legends Car, Bandolero and Thunder Roadster racing; and stock car driving schools. Daily tours are available (except during events) and a gift shop is loaded with souvenir and memorabilia. For more information, call Lowe's Motor Speedway: (704) 455-3200.
Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills
Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, where after four years of experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights in 1903. With courage and perseverance these self-taught engineers relied on teamwork and application of the scientific process. What they achieved changed our world forever. Containing a recently refurbished replica of the original Wright Flyer as well as other memorabilia of the First Flight, the Wright Brothers National Memorial and Visitor Center commemorates one of America's historic moments. For more information, call the Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau: (252) 335-5330.
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Hike the Appalachian Trail
The world-famous AT, as it is affectionately known, passes from one end of the county to the other on its route from Georgia to Maine. Thousands of hikers pass along our ridges, slopes and valleys each year. Many of them spend a night or more at the hikers' hostel in Hot Springs. The Appalachian Trail and many other trails are easily accessible to visitors. There are 65 miles of AT in Madison County. For more information, call the U.S. Forest Service in Hot Springs: (501) 321-5202.
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As you walk the decks of the NORTH CAROLINA, imagine yourself at sea in 1942 searching the sky for enemy aircraft, anticipating what may happen next. Discover how this heroic ship and brave crew fought in every major naval offensive in the Pacific of WWII. This is an historic adventure you don't want to miss! The North Carolina is preserved in all her glory just as she was in World War II, a defining moment in history. She will captivate your heart by giving you a deeper appreciation of what it took to bring victory and peace to the world. Discover our detailed visual displays that interpret the Ship for a younger generation. For more information, call (910) 251-5797.
Go wild at the nation’s largest walk-through natural-habitat zoo featuring more than 1,100 animals from Africa and North America. Now open - the Watani Grasslands Reserve features up-close views of the largest land animals on the planet, elephants and rhinos. Don't miss the two new American black bear cubs, Moon & Star, now on display at the Black Bear exhibit in the North America region! Gift shops & dining on site as well as picnic areas are available. This is something for your whole family to enjoy! For more information, call the North Carolina Zoo: 1-800-488-0444. 
North Carolina's premiere art museum, the NCMA, has over 181,000 square feet of exhibit space divided into numerous galleries. The well-known European collection includes works from artists such as Claude Monet, Sandro Botticelli, and Peter Paul Rubens. Several galleries devoted to American artists feature works from such luminaries as Georgia O'Keeffe, Frank Stella, and Jacob Lawrence. Additional galleries present Oceanic, African, and Jewish ceremonial art. A popular restaurant and a museum shop are located on the premises. The museum's 100-acre park is complete with a walking trail, sculpture installations, and an amphitheater. For more information, call the Museum of Art: (919) 839-6262.
Headlining the Festival this year is Delbert McClinton. Music lovers revel in two days of non-stop jazz and blues on two stages, performed by nationally and regionally recognized musicians. Seafood lovers enjoy scrumptious seafood from some of the areas best restaurants. There's plenty of shopping at booths hosted by crafters and local shop owners, a fine arts plaza and a wine tasting. For the kids, there is a special kids zone with inflatable amusements, face painters and much more. Opening hours are Saturday 11am to 10pm and Sunday 11am to 6pm. For more information, call the Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau: (302) 295-2210.
Think of North Carolina food and you’ll likely think of barbecue. It’s true, NC is passionate about its pulled pork. In fact, North Carolinians are so serious about ‘cue that they’ve got two distinct ways of making it and endless arguments as to whether Eastern-style (whole hog with a vinegar-based sauce) or Lexington-style (pork shoulder with a tomato-based sauce) is the true Carolina Barbecue. We’ve even got a “Barbecue Trail” so you can sample it all and decide for yourself. For more information, call the North Carolina Department of Commerce, Division of Tourism: (800) 847-4862.
Stroll through 20 miles of furniture shops or browse the showrooms of large home furnishing malls in the Furniture Capital of the World. Hickory is a major destination for furniture shoppers and is well known as the furniture shopping Mecca for the retail industry. Hickory Furniture Mart, with over 100 factory outlets, stores and galleries representing 1,000 premier manufacturers, has become one of North Carolina’s primary destinations for countless local, regional, national and international furniture shoppers. For more information on Shopping in Hickory, call the city of Hickory: (828) 323-7400. 
From Murphy to Manteo as the saying goes...North Carolina is about as perfect as it gets for golfers. Few states can boast of being home to coastal, heartland AND true mountain golf courses. Add to this the great weather and world renowned "Carolina Blue Skies" and well, you just can't get much closer to heaven on earth for golfers. From such legendary courses such as Pinehurst Resort and Country Club and Wade Hampton Golf Club, to the stunning new Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed course at Rock Barn Golf and Spa in Hickory, North Carolina Golf Courses are, well.....just about perfect. For more information on Golfing in North Carolina, call the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau: (888) 968-2060.
There is something particularly captivating about the sight of a hot air balloon rising effortlessly into the sky. It’s a majestic scene. Professional pilots will take you on a magical excursion at the most beautiful times of the day which occur just after sunrise and about two hours before sunset. Dawn and dusk provide the most romantic setting imaginable and exceptionally dramatic lighting for all photographs. A whole new world unfolds before you as you float along seeing natures ever changing – panorama below. The fascinating silence is punctuated only by the music of bird’s singing, dog’s barking and other sounds of the world; and occasionally, the hiss of the burner, as the pilot makes flight adjustments. For more information, call 'Balloons over Charlotte': (704) 756-0643.
Built in 1960, the famous 1.5 mile superspeedway is home to NASCAR Nextel Cup, Busch and Craftsman Truck Series racing. NASCAR events highlight the schedule in May and October, but the 167,000-seat facility also hosts numerous other activities, including three of the nation's largest car shows; a 10-week series of Legends Car, Bandolero and Thunder Roadster racing; and stock car driving schools. Daily tours are available (except during events) and a gift shop is loaded with souvenir and memorabilia. For more information, call Lowe's Motor Speedway: (704) 455-3200. 
Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, where after four years of experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights in 1903. With courage and perseverance these self-taught engineers relied on teamwork and application of the scientific process. What they achieved changed our world forever. Containing a recently refurbished replica of the original Wright Flyer as well as other memorabilia of the First Flight, the Wright Brothers National Memorial and Visitor Center commemorates one of America's historic moments. For more information, call the Elizabeth City Area Convention and Visitors Bureau: (252) 335-5330.
