Many people have no idea that Winston-Salem has turned into a foodie haven. There are many downtown Winston-Salem restaurants serving incredible food with a great atmosphere. There are also some incredible coffee shops in Winston. If you are traveling to Winston soon be sure to make a list of the restaurants you want to try. …
Winston-Salem, North Carolina is one place you absolutely must add to your travel list. I’ve lived about 30 minutes outside of Winston for my whole life but only recently have realized what a great travel destination it is. When I’m traveling, I love finding cute coffee shops where I can people watch and maybe get …
Many people have no idea but North Carolina is home to some absolutely fantastic wineries. It’s hard to choose the best wineries in North Carolina so I’ve put together a list of many of my favorites as well as some from a few other travel bloggers. There are six (as of March 2021) total American …
Down old dirt roads beside acres of farmland you’ll find some of the best wine in the Yadkin Valley at the Swan Creek Vineyards. The Swan Creek AVA is a division of the Yadkin Valley AVA and is separate because of its unique microclimate. These wineries make some of the best dry red wines that …
Winston-Salem is a smaller city in North Carolina, but there are still plenty of things to do here. One thing I love doing is taking a hike – no matter if I’m at home or on vacation. I live just outside of the city so I do know where a few of the best hikes …
The Yadkin Valley is such a special place. I live here so I guess I’m a little biased, but I really couldn’t think of a better place to live. In the foothills of North Carolina you’ll find all kinds of hiking and opportunities to get outdoors, kind people, and not to mention the Yadkin Valley …
One of my favorite parts of living where I do is the three dozen Yadkin Valley wineries surrounding me. Each one is unique and has its own specialty when it comes to wine as well as events or food. If you visit them enough, you also get to know their owners and the people who …
When looking for weekend getaways, Charlotte was never my first choice. I’m just not a big city girl in general. So a couple of months ago if you had asked me where to stay in Charlotte, NC, I would have been at a loss. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase …
North Carolina is special because there is such a wide range of landscapes to enjoy across the entire state. We’ve got the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi and some of the most beautiful coastline you’ve ever laid eyes on. If you’re like me, when you’re traveling you want to stay somewhere that brings out …
Who knew that white water rafting in North Carolina was so popular? I can tell you for sure that I didn’t until I met my husband a few years ago. Imagine this: You’re leisurely floating down the river enjoying the beauty of the trees or boulders lining the banks beside you. The people in the …
