Cruise Selections Close to Home

Charleston, Norfolk and Baltimore are all welcoming large cruise ships, which means Triangle residents don't have to endure the hassles of flying to take a cruise vacation.

"Girls' Weekend Away" at The Spa at Pinehurst

Three "girlfriends" leave their guys behind and head off to heaven on earth, just an hour away from the Triangle.

Hyatt Regency Savannah

I like just saying "Savannah," it sounds so genteel and Southern. We enjoyed our stay at this hotel, too, and wished we could have stayed longer.

Pinehurst, Southern Pines... Not Just for Golf.

You don't have to be a golfer to enjoy this incredible community just a short distance from the Triangle. Photo albums of four of the area's nicest lodging options.

Pleasure Island

Located just 20 minutes from Wilmington, the area includes Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Fort Fisher.

Shopping the Smokies

The Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina are perfect for shopping, whether for "mountain arts" or outlet bargains.

St. Augustine, Florida, and Its Historic Inns

Carol and Ray Fischer spend a couple of exhausting days in America's first city, and a few nights in calming, restful and romantic inns.

Visit Winston Salem

Carol and Ray take off, map in hand, to explore the cultural wealth located just up the road a piece...

Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach

It's close, it's convenient, and the reopening of the N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher makes it a perfect family getaway.

Yadkin Valley - The Newest Wine Region

Take a trip with Carol and Ray as they wander through the Yadkin Valley, visit wineries, and learn about the intricacies of winemaking.