Raleigh, North Carolina is my hometown. I moved here in the early 90s and have watched it change and blossom. One area, […]
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Pilot Mountain, North Carolina is an iconic natural landmark located just north of Winston-Salem. Not only a geological wonder, but it’s also
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is famous for its sandy beaches, golf, mini golf, seafood, and laid back lifestyle. But did you know
I first arrived in Huntsville for a conference in 2017 with no preconceived notions of what to expect. However, as I spent
Solomons Island was originally known as Bourne’s Island, it was renamed Somervell’s Island and ultimately became Solomons Island in honor of Isaac Solomon, a Baltimore businessman who founded a cannery there shortly after the Civil War. Today this charming town at the mouth of the Chesapeake offers guests a delightful flavor of life on the water. Travel there with PullOverandLetMeOut to learn how to spend a Saturday afternoon on Solomons Island, Maryland.
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Apollo 11 was a pivotal moment in American history. It was the culmination of the space race and the first mission placing
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Philadelphia Story and High Society What do Cary Grant, Katherine Hepburn, Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly, and I have in common?! We’ve all
Washington, DC in winter may not be at the top of your travel bucket list. However, there is a lot of opportunity to explore and enjoy fewer crowds when the temperature dips. Travel along with PullOverandLetMeOut to learn why I love Washington, DC in winter.
What is Wilmington, North Carolina known for? Travel along with PullOverandLetMe Out to discover the magic and Southern charm of this coastal town. Here is a look at some of the fun things to do in Wilmington, NC
I love quirky places. The more unique and off-the-beaten-path an attraction, the more I revel in my discovery. Places like the Ave Maria
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So often when traveling, meals are afterthoughts or something ate based upon the hour of the day and not a planned event. Grabbing
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Dining Downtown Raleigh When I arrived in Raleigh in the early 1990s, the dining options were pretty sparse. My introduction to the
Historic Yorktown, in the Tidewater region of Virginia in the colonial triangle of tourism.
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When I was a kid growing up in Maryland, my father would take us on car trips to Hershey and the Pennsylvania
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There’s one event that keeps me returning to Busch Gardens Williamsburg year after year. Each fall, the popular amusement park located in Williamsburg,
Signing up for a tour of New York Wine Country which doesn’t include wine but does feature a distillery seems miscalculated. Let
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It’s the green glazed terra cotta tile dome catching my eye upon spotting the Pennsylvania State Capitol building. The huge dome sits
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Xtreme Park Adventures hosted my visit but all opinions are honest and my own. Have you ever had out of town guests
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Durham Bulls Athletic Park in the heart of downtown Durham, North Carolina is home to the Durham Bulls, the Triple-A affiliate of
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Georgia winery, 12 Spies Vineyards, has a great name, a fantastic location, and delicious wine. It’s the kind of place I love
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Located in the southeast corner of Orange County sits historic Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This charming college town is the third corner
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One of my favorite things to do when visiting a city is to look for street art. You know, those beautiful statues
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Between mid-June and mid-July, something magical happens in Raleigh, North Carolina. Rows and rows of glorious sunflowers appear. What started as acres
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I first learned about Dale Chihuly’s dramatic creations from a friend who saw his exhibition in Dallas, a few years ago. Thus,
Turn right at the Waffle House, cross the railroad tracks, go past the lumber company, through the industrial center, and it’s on
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Special thanks to Meghan Gearino and Erin Bagnell at VisitRichmondVA.com for assisting me with my itinerary and for the attractions guest pass.
Founded in 1729, Georgetown is South Carolina’s third-oldest town. Its location between Charleston and Myrtle Beach means travelers often bypass it en
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The stone building with the brilliant red door evokes a storybook quality and is a fitting entrance to an attraction made famous
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Escape to the mountains of North Carolina for a getaway weekend and a stay at the charming Lazy Bear Lodge
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PullOverandLetMeOut travels to rural Virginia and the historic spot where Generals Grant and Lee met to put an end to the American Civil War. This is a must-visit for history buffs.
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Universal CityWalk is called the Epicenter of Awesome and for good reason. This fun location just outside the amusement parks at Universal Orlando
If you’re planning a visit to Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter and you’ve never read the books, you’ve struggled to stay
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Often referred to as Little Washington or Original Washington, Washington, North Carolina was founded in 1776 as the first city in America
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You’ll find Seagrove in the countryside of North Carolina. A short distance off of I-74 is State Highway 705 or as it’s
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Is Brookneal, Virginia the ultimate escape? That’s a great question and the best way to answer it is another question. What’s your
While touring the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Artisan Trail I made a stop at White Oak Lavender and fell in love at first sight, taste,
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The NC Farmers’ Market Restaurant is the place to go for a hearty southern breakfast in Raleigh. The Market, as it’s fondly
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Hot, spicy, burning, heated, scorching, sizzling, and flaming – all words adequately describing the NC Hot Sauce Festival. Each September folks from
Kiawah Island is a tropical paradise close to Charleston on the South Carolina coast
Though my trip was hosted by the Virginia Tourism Corporation all opinions are honest and my own. The Cultural Crossroads of the
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Is it possible to find romance in a military town? Travel with Pull Over And Let Me Out to Fayetteville, North Carolina, in search of l’amour.
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I got to spend Independence Day 2017 at Red Hill, Patrick Henry’s final home. Though July 4th is a historic date, every
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Did you know Thomas Jefferson had a summer home? I didn’t, so when I discovered I was only a short distance from
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Is there a connection between Belmont, NC, and happiness? There’s something about discovering a picturesque town that makes me happy so when
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They say, “Virginia is for Lovers.” They must have had Lynchburg in mind when the expression was coined. I spent a fun
In 1987, the iconic film, Dirty Dancing, was released and became a surprise box office success. The low-budget film starring Patrick Swayze
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I traveled to Huntsville, Alabama to attend the TBEX North America Conference. Being my first major travel blogger convention, I journeyed there
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The Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club and JB Duke Hotels are two incredible hidden gems at Duke University. I’ve lived in
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I think that I shall never see A poem lovely as a tree. ~ Joyce Kilmer Located near Charleston on Johns Island
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“With some of the richest history in the trade,
the R.M. Rose Company helped set the standard for American whiskey as we know it today.” ~ R.M. Rose Company
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In what is almost exactly the geographic center of North Carolina you’ll find the town of Pittsboro. Established in 1787, Pittsboro is
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Outside of Charlotte, North Carolina in the town of Pineville is the birthplace of America’s eleventh president. On November 2, 1795, James
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Salt Therapy Spa in Asheville, North Carolina A few minutes away from the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, you’ll discover Blisstime.
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Boone Hall Plantation near Charleston, South Carolina is a scenic location with a rich and poignant history.
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Okay, I’m not really going to list one hundred reasons to visit The Dillard House, but take my word for it, there
Thomas Jefferson had a vision that one day, Virginia would grow grapes and produce wines to compete with the great wines of
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The USS Yorktown as seen from the deck of the USS Laffey Destroyer. Standing at the waterfront looking across Charleston Harbor, you’ll
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Shelton Vineyards in Dobson, North Carolina Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina you’ll find the Yadkin
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Aunt Bee, Opie, Andy, and Barney – they’re all there. The Andy Griffith Show is classic television and the fictional town of
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Toast at 155 Meeting Street in Charleston, SC Disclosure: Many of the links you see on this site and within our trip
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I go to the beach in the off-season because it’s the perfect time and place for a writer to write. However, I
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I’m a big fan of food tours. A walking food tour is a terrific way to learn about a city while enjoying
If you find yourself in Charlottesville, Virginia for a trip to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, by all means, be sure to include a
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Thomas Jefferson had a vision for viniferous activity in his beloved Virginia. Though perhaps his grape-growing dreams didn’t come to fruition
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Charleston, South Carolina is a historic city filled with kid-friendly attractions and things to do!
I’m not being ghoulish when I say this, but the best way to tour Savannah, Georgia, is from the back of
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The John Rutledge House Inn, 116 Broad Street Charleston, South Carolina The John Rutledge House Inn is located in the heart of
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The U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum in historic downtown Fayetteville, North Carolina is a one-of-a-kind museum dedicated to engaging, educating, and inspiring visitors
Travel deep below the surface of a mountain and experience life in a cave at Linville Caverns
Visiting National Harbor Just south of Washington, DC along the banks of the Potomac River near the Woodrow Wilson Bridge in Prince
Discover The Western North Carolina Cheese Trail There’s a trail of cheese in Western North Carolina appropriately named, The Western North Carolina
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Wilmington Railroad Museum On a trip to Wilmington, North Carolina I was looking for something interesting and fun for grownups and kids
“Leave A Note” Those simple words written on the outside of a mailbox launched an 11-year love story at Wrightsville Beach, North
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Colonial Williamsburg is a favorite historical fall destination in the heart of Tidewater Virginia
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It’s the time of year when tourists head for the hills. Okay, they’re a little taller than hills – they’re fully fledged
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A visit to the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill evokes thoughts of the famous Bell Tower, the Dean Smith Center,
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We drove to Emmitsburg, Maryland to see the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. However, we discovered more waiting there than
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Updated May 28, 2018: This story was originally posted in May 2014. Since then, sadly the Benjamin Vineyards Winery has closed its
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Old Salem in Winston-Salem is a historic favorite in the heart of North Carolina.
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United States Botanic Garden in pictures is a guest post by contributor Katrina Morrocco of Cary, North Carolina. Washington, D.C. is such
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As a child, I visited what my father reverently referred to as the “hallowed grounds” at Manassas, Virginia. The Stone Bridge at
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A follow-up to a story that ran earlier this year……. In December of 2012 I visited the Ave Maria Grotto in Cullman,
