If you look for a word that best describes North Carolina that word should be diversity. This state is divided in three different regions, the Mountains, Piedmont and the Coast, all which offer innumerable alternatives for a memorable vacation. When visiting the state you can choose from The Great Smoky Mountains in southwestern North Carolina, the unspoiled coastline of the Outer Banks and the large cities of the central part. Regardless of your vacation preferences, North Carolina will surely fulfill your expectations.
The Great Smoky Mountains
North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains offer the perfect combination of outdoor adventures and family activities. Beautiful sceneries and unforgettable landscapes lure visitors that stay at beautiful North Carolina vacation rentals to experience nature at its best.
One of the best ways to enjoy the beauty of the place is by a bike. Outdoor centers such as the internationally recognized Nantahala Outdoor Center, based in the Nantahala River offer guided biking tours and equipment. You will not have a problem finding NC vacation rentals nearby.
While in this area, make sure to schedule a visit to The Nantahala National Forest. This forest features mountains surpassing 5000 feet, cascading waterfalls and towering hardwood forests. You will be able to enjoy beautiful landscapes in the Whiteside Mountain or Wyah Bald.
If you are looking for a challenging adventure there is no better place than the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Picnicking, horseback riding and hiking are among the activities allowed in the park as well as wildlife viewing and exploring the waterfalls. This park is another must-see while staying at a North Carolina lodging.
If you like casino games, the Smoky Mountains area offer the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, an 85,200 sq ft casino with more than 3,400 games. And if you prefer a more natural experience but without the physical activity then try the
Smoky Mountains train excursions. These excursions offer a delightful journey through the colorful and charming countryside of Western North Carolina that includes rivers and lakes and beautiful mountains.
Outer Banks
If you prefer a sun and sand vacation type then you should head to the coastline of the Outer Banks. This area of North Carolina not only offers distinct towns and villages, great outdoor activities and more than twenty national, historic and sites; it also offers miles of dynamic barrier island full of culture and arts.
Cultural activities in Outer Banks vary and can fit all tastes. If you are fond of poetry nights or art galleries, you will find them in every village in Outer Banks. You and your family can gather under the stars at Roanoke Island’s Waterside Theatre where you can all enjoy different plays in America’s longest running outdoor theatre.
If you are looking for a good dining experience, you will be delighted by the diverse culinary offer of Outer Banks. The area is known for its fresh and spectacular sea food, as well as for its unique dining settings and professional chef performances. Depending on your mood, you can dine casually or take your family to the most breathtaking waterside settings of Duck, Frisco or Southern Shores. No matter what you choose, you will leave pleased.
If you are in the mood for an outdoor adventure, Outer Banks will attract you with its wide selection of natural activities. From bird-watching, kayaking, canoeing and fishing to more challenging scuba diving and hang gliding. And if you want a not so extreme physical activity you can enjoy a golf game at one of the many Outer Banks beautiful courses. With its finest golf courses and resort luxury, this destination will definitely fulfill your highest expectations. Golf courses of Corolla and Hatteras Island will enchant you with their lush environment and majestic views of the Atlantic Ocean providing you with perfect memories from your Outer Banks vacation.
If you are ready to pamper your soul and body a little then relax in one of many luxurious Outer Banks spa centers. You can enjoy a couple spa therapy in an intimate waterfront setting of historic parts of Roanoke Island or give yourself a whole spa day in Southern Shores’ beach spa salon.
And when it is time to find a souvenir the Outer Banks won’t disappoint you. From little souvenir shops to big outlets and fashionable boutiques – in Outer Banks there is something to meet everyone’s needs. Just steps away from your Outer Banks vacation rental you can find common gifts such as seashells or miniature lighthouses or more sophisticated, fine arts and crafts.
North Carolina offers so many indoor and outdoor activities, that no matter which time of the year you decide to come, you won’t be bored. Summer time and July will be perfect for surfing and kayaking while September is ideal for sightseeing and golfing.
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