Things to Do: March 2024
1. Carolina Ballet is excited to embark on a new world-premiere ballet set to the story of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid, featuring…
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A Nostalgic Stay in Boone
When I was a kid, road trips and roadside motels were the norm. Flights weren’t easy to book, gas was cheap, and the sliding…
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Road Tripping for Success
Since 2019, my husband George and I have logged over 50,000 fun miles traversing the beautiful continental United States. We have traveled in SUVs,…
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Get a Room
Japandi Dome Marina and Gene Huneycutt’s 2-acre property “feels like a little piece of countryside,” nestled in a quiet section of northwest Durham, only…
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Staunton: The Gem of the Shenandoah Valley
Staunton, Virginia — known as the Queen City of the Shenandoah Valley — can best be described as a Hallmark movie come to life….
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Garden Adventurer: Dutch Treat: Keukenhof Gardens
When springtime arrives in all its visual glory, I occasionally cross The Big Pond to catch European gardens at their seasonal floral finest —…
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Small Business Spotlight: The Travel Mechanic
Imagine you’ve saved up enough money and you’re ready to plan the trip of a lifetime — but with all the endless Google reviews…
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Nonprofit Spotlight: Women of the Triangle Hiking Club (WOTTHC)
If the idea of a hiking club scares you, you’re not alone. The world of expert backpackers — with their fancy gear and miles…
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Erica Chats: Outdoor Adventures
By this point in the year, with the holidays long behind us and summer still a few months away, I’m itching to go somewhere!…
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On Trend: Never Stop Exploring
It’s time to detach from your devices, quiet your mind, and embrace self-care by connecting with nature. Hiking isn’t just a walk in the…
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