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North Carolina: These Are the Best Towns to Visit in 2024

Author Anne Erickson
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It’s time to start planning your spring and summer trips, because travel season is right around the corner. Traveling far away to distant places can be cool. But, why not stay local this time? Doing a more local vacation can have a lot of benefits. It’s usually cheaper, which is a good thing. You can also save on airfare. Sometimes, hotels are cheaper, too. Of course, it can also be really fun to explore a new city near you. I love finding new areas and trying new things close to home. In that spirit, World Atlas has put together a list of best towns in North Carolina to visit this year.

World Atlas praises North Carolina in the feature, calling it “an important region of America’s East Coast.” Duh. They also sing North Carolina’s praises, stating, “With its stunning ocean views, beautiful natural features, and intriguing American history, North Carolina and its welcoming towns are undoubted treasures for any traveler.” They add, “Whether taking in the seaside breezes or soaking up some famed Southern charm, a sojourn to some of North Carolina’s loveliest towns is a great way to get acquainted with Americana.”

So, World Atlas has highlighted a handful of North Carolina towns that they think are the best places in the state to travel in 2024. The first spot they highlight is West Jefferson. This is a small, charming town of just over 1,000 people. Of the spot, World Atlas states, “It maintains a genuine feeling of old-world charm, all within the stunning framing of the Appalachian Mountains.” Another city they highlight is McAdenville, calling it “Christmas Town USA” and “one of the best examples of genuine community spirit in action.” More of the best towns in North Carolina to visit in 2024 include Banner Elk, Little Switzerland and Blowing Rock. Find the full list via World Atlas here.

North Carolina Has One of the Best Winter Getaways in the U.S.

  • 5. Savannah, Georgia

    If you’re looking for a mild getaway, Savannah, Georgia, is a great choice. It’s pretty mild in the winter, so not too cold or too hot. The Historic District is a popular winter vacation spot, too.

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  • 4. Asheville, North Carolina

    The beautiful area of Asheville, North Carolina, has plenty of gorgeous snowfall, and it’s less dangerous than many other areas with snowfall. Lately, Asheville has one up in population, but it’s still a popular tourist destination. One choice spot is the French Broad River, with lots of winter activities, breweries and restaurants.

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  • 3. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    If you want to enjoy a winter vacation and learn about history, Philadelphia is a great vacation spot. Sure, it’s won’t be like sunny Florida. But, Philly has lots of great museums and historical spots to enjoy indoors, while staying toasty.

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  • 2. Traverse City, Michigan

    I know what you’re thinking. Why go to Michigan in the winter? Well, if you love snow, then it’s worth the trip. Traverse City, Michigan, is a quaint town, but it’s big enough to have lots of things to do and places to stay. It’s also cold in the winter but not as cold as, say the Dakotas.

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  • 1. Key West, Florida

    If you want to get away from the snow and ice, go to Key West, Florida. It’s considered one of the finest tropical spots in the U.S. during the winter months. Soak up the sun and have a margarita, because why not?

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Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.

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