Travel & Leisure
Blue Ridge peaks, Outer Banks shores and the retreats between.
Highlands and Cashiers, the Mountains' Most Exclusive Address
Perched on a high plateau, these twin resort towns have long drawn the South's elite to their cool summers, private clubs and understated grandeur.
Chasing Waterfalls in the Land of a Thousand Cascades
The mountains of western North Carolina hold one of the densest concentrations of waterfalls in the country. A guide to the finest, from roadside to remote.
Wilmington, Where the River Meets the Sea
The port city pairs a handsomely restored historic riverfront with easy access to island beaches, making it the coast's most complete escape.
The Quieter Side of the Smokies
America's most visited national park has a Carolina flank that most tourists overlook — wilder, less crowded and closer to the mountains' true character.
Roughing It, Gently: The Rise of Carolina Glamping
Safari tents, treehouses and off-grid cabins are letting travelers sleep in the wilderness without surrendering a single comfort.
The Art of the Cast: Fly Fishing the Carolina High Country
Cold, clear mountain streams and a growing network of guides have made western North Carolina a destination for anglers chasing wild trout.