North Carolina

From the highest mountain peaks in the eastern United States, all the way to the pristine barrier island beaches, North Carolina takes diversity to new heights. Dig your toes in the cool sand through 300 miles of North Carolina shoreline experiencing the history and natural beauty of places such as the Wright Brothers National Memorial, the Battleship North Carolina and some of America’s oldest and most famous lighthouses.

Visit America’s largest home, The Biltmore Estate, enchanted with extraordinary gardens, the most visited winery in America and its 8,000 acre Blue Ridge backyard. Move on to the Blue Ridge Parkway and indulge yourself in scenic overlooks, state parks, national forests, picnic areas and some of North Carolina’s most spectacular hiking trails. Fishing, canoeing, whitewater rafting and camping are perfect ways to enjoy natural mountain wonders.

Near the Queen City of Charlotte, the Lowe’s Motor Speedway is a mecca of motorsports. While hosting many NASCAR races and events, visitors can also experience the excitement of racing themselves through rides, attractions and entertainment at the NASCAR SpeedPark.

Enjoy golf? North Carolina has more than 500 courses that wind their way across some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. Home of the 1999 and 2005 U.S. Open Championships, Pinehurst Resort presents eight world-class golf courses while visitors also enjoy the spa, tennis, swimming, fishing and biking among many other lawn sports. Along with great golf, visitors can find mouthwatering food possibilities from a typical southern meal of barbeque, hushpuppies and sweet tea to fresh seafood washed down with an array of award-winning wines all grown in the Tar Heel State. From beaches to mountains, North Carolina has something for every taste.