North Carolina

Little Washington, North Carolina: Day 2 (Part 2)

Little Washington Waterfront Boardwalk
March 21, 2017
In my opinion, the main attraction in Little Washington, North Carolina is its historic and gorgeous waterfront. Just steps away from downtown, the long boardwalk on the Pamlico River is the perfect way to see boats from near and far, watch wildlife play, interact with locals and visitors, and experience the fun of the...

Little Washington, North Carolina: Day 2 (Part 1)

North Carolina Estuarium
March 15, 2017
No trip to Little Washington, North Carolina is complete without a stop to the North Carolina Estuarium. An estuary is where a river meets the sea and they are vital ecosystems for many reasons, including the fact that over 90% of seafood species caught by fishermen spend at least part...

Little Washington, North Carolina: Day 1

Little Washington, North Carolina
March 13, 2017
Having lived most of my life in North Carolina, I found it quite surprising that I had never once heard of the city named Little Washington. What a shame it took me almost 35 years to discover this hidden gem located on the northern bank of the Pamlico River! My husband,...

Asheville, North Carolina (Day 1)

Whisper Mountain, North Carolina
December 26, 2016
I discussed our main reason for visiting Asheville, North Carolina in a recent post. I was invited, along with my husband and son, to participate in Hike NC! by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina. Hike NC! is an initiative aimed at making hiking an easier, more approachable experience...

The Train To Christmas Town 2016

The Train to Christmas Town
December 18, 2016
Last year, my mom, grandmother, son, and I rode The Train To Christmas Town on its inaugural ride. You can read about our unforgettable experience here on the Piedmont & Northern Railway, which departs in Belmont, North Carolina. This holiday attraction is about a twenty minute drive from Charlotte. Since Christmas is now right around the...