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North Carolina’s Ski and Snow Season Kicks Off With New Winter Zip Line, Anniversary Festivities and a Return to Oz
12/14/2011

High Country Resorts Are Accessible Through Several Routes Despite U.S. 321 Detour RALEIGH, NC - North Carolina’s ski season hits full steam this weekend as all the state’s ski and tubing attractions are open. The resorts feature several new activities and special deals. Visitors traveling to North Carolina’s High Country resorts near Boone are reminded that these areas...

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Scenic Drives, Leaf and Fishing Reports, Giveaways and Events Lure Travelers to North Carolina at VisitNC.com
12/14/2011

The fun begins September 20, 2010. Raleigh, N.C. – The North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development says Dr. Howard Neufeld from Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C., will again join the Division as the state’s mountain leaf expert for the fall color season. His weekly tips on the art and science of predicting fall color and his tips on where to go and...

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I-40 Re-Opens; Western and Central North Carolina Are Easily Accessible
12/14/2011

Travelers are invited to come see what’s new in North Carolina. IMAGES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Raleigh, N.C. – Interstate 40 near the North Carolina/Tennessee state line re-opened in both directions Sunday, April 25, at 6 p.m. On Oct. 25, 2009, a massive rockslide closed the interstate that connects Knoxville, Tenn., to Asheville, N.C., at mile marker three in Haywood County...

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North Carolina Tourism Industry Welcomes Award Recipients Into Winner’s Circle
12/14/2011

Raleigh, NC – Three distinguished North Carolinians were honored today at the North Carolina Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism for their significant and continuing contributions to the growth and success of North Carolina's tourism industry. The 2010 Winner’s Circle Awards were presented to Captain David R. Scheu, Sr., USN (Retired), Bill Hensley and Spencer...

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N.C. Tourism Industry Leaders To Meet at the 2010 Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism in New Bern
12/14/2011

The North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development invites NC businesses to take part in the 2010 conference in New Bern, Mar. 21 - 23. Raleigh, N.C. – The 2010 North Carolina Governor’s Conference on Hospitality and Tourism will be held March 21-23 at the New Bern Riverfront Convention Center, a state-of-the-art meeting facility. New Bern is North Carolina's...

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In Full Bloom: North Carolina Spring Festivals and Events
12/14/2011

Raleigh, NC - As the weather warms up in March, North Carolina goes into ‘celebration’ mode. Just about every weekend during the spring months, an NC community is holding a major art, food, or music festival, honoring everything from azaleas to buggies to pickles. It’s a chance for everyone to get outside, enjoy the sunshine and warm weather, and celebrate the unique...

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A Dozen Great Things To Know About North Carolina’s Black History
12/14/2011

Raleigh, N.C. - Some places may celebrate black history by looking back. In N.C., it lives and breathes and touches visitors every day. It’s a place to go NOW. Our new International Civil Rights Center & Museum opens Feb. 1. And that’s just the first item on our list. Greensboro, N.C. marks the 50th anniversary of the lunch counter sit-in that inspired a national civil...

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Beat the January Blahs: Go to VisitNC.com and Enter To Win Two Weeklong Vacation Escapes
12/14/2011

Images of New Bern and Blue Ridge Parkway available at http://www.ncpix.com/ Raleigh, NC   – Looking for a free change of scenery as you pay off those holiday credit cards? Consider entering the two new sweepstakes offered by the North Carolina Division of Tourism. To enter, go to www.VisitNC.com/sweeps . The trips are being offered in honor of the 75th anniversary of the Blue...

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New 2010 North Carolina Travel Guide Is Free; Available Now
12/14/2011

Plan your next trip! The helpful magazine with highway map showcases the Blue Ridge Parkway and New Bern’s 300th. Cover images available for immediate download at http://media.visitnc.com/?page=north-carolina RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development today unveiled its official 2010 North Carolina Travel Guide. For the first time...

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Gov. Perdue, Cherokee Reach New Table Gaming Compact
12/14/2011

Agreement Will Mean Funds for Classrooms and Hundreds of Jobs RALEIGH, N.C. — Gov. Bev Perdue and leaders of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have reached an agreement that will inject additional funding directly into classrooms, and create 400 new jobs in western North Carolina, by expanding the Cherokee’s gaming enterprises.   “My top priorities are...

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Gingerbread Displays Create Sweet Feasts for the Eyes
12/14/2011

Forget “Hansel and Gretel.” For sheer enchantment, North Carolina’s gingerbread displays beat anything an old witch could concoct. National Gingerbread Competition Nov. 16-Jan. 1 The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa, Asheville Now in its 19th year, the competition attracts hundreds of entries and thousands of visitors, who come to the historic Blue Ridge Mountain resort to...

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Visitor Spending Rises in 98 of 100 North Carolina Counties in 2010
12/14/2011

State Spending by Visitors Jumps to Record $17 Billion RALEIGH, NC — Gov. Bev Perdue announced Tuesday that 98 of the state’s 100 counties saw increases in visitor spending in 2010, including 13 counties that had double-digit increases.  Data from the N.C. Dept. of Commerce, Division of Tourism, Film & Sports Development, showed that three counties had more than $1...

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North Carolina Channels Real Pirate History
12/14/2011

Queen Anne’s Revenge Wreckage Yields a New Display and a Solid Conclusion RALEIGH, N.C.  — Near the haunts and hideouts of Blackbeard and Stede Bonnet, North Carolina confronts Hollywood fantasy this summer with heightened action at year-round pirate destinations. A bold new exhibit at the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort renders a verdict in the 14½-year...

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North Carolina Celebrates Tourism's Impact on the State's Economy With Tourism Day
12/14/2011

RALEIGH, N.C. (May 10, 2011) — Gov. Bev Perdue proclaimed today, May 10, 2011 as Tourism Day, celebrating travel and tourism as a major state industry that is vital to the economic stability and growth of North Carolina. Tourism Day is celebrated as part of National Travel and Tourism Week which is May 7-15.   A full day of events is scheduled in Raleigh on May 10 to celebrate...

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North Carolina Tourism Industry Welcomes Award Recipients into Winner’s Circle
12/14/2011

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Three distinguished North Carolinians were honored today at the North Carolina Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism for their significant and continuing contributions to the growth and success of North Carolina's tourism industry. The 2011 Winner’s Circle Awards were presented to Dr. Lawrence J. Wheeler, Director, North Carolina Museum of...

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North Carolina Visitor Spending Jumps to Record $17 Billion
12/14/2011

RALEIGH, N.C. – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that visitors to North Carolina spent a record $17 billion in 2010, an increase of 9 percent from 2009. The number was higher than the previous record of $16.8 billion set in 2008. The sixth most visited state in the nation, North Carolina gained nearly 2,000 tourism jobs in 2010 while state tax revenues from visitor spending increased...

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N.C. Tourism Industry Leaders To Meet Next Week at the 2011 Governor’s Conference on Hospitality & Tourism
12/14/2011

RALEIGH, N.C. — The 2011 North Carolina Governor’s Conference on Hospitality and Tourism will be held March 13-15 at the historic Grove Park Inn in Asheville. Nearly 500 North Carolina businesses, tourism professionals and people from related industries have registered to attend.   “We want to equip our tourism leaders with the marketing know-how to capitalize on the...

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New Civil War Trails Guide Leads Visitors Across North Carolina
12/14/2011

RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film & Sports Development today unveiled a new statewide Civil War Trails guide to enhance the travel experience throughout the war's 150th anniversary observance. The guide maps the war from Roanoke Island to Robbinsville with markers at 232 sites in 78 counties. Words and images capture historic moments at the scene of major...

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Signature Holiday Events Shine Across North Carolina
12/14/2011

Hundreds of celebrations set North Carolina aglow for the holidays. Here are 10 of the brightest destination events. Christmas at Biltmore Nov. 4-Jan. 1 Asheville, N.C. America’s largest home has a larger-than-life tradition that involves 100 decorated Christmas trees; hundreds of wreaths, bows and poinsettias; thousands of lights; and more than 25,000 ornaments. The grandeur reaches...

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State Prepares for Hurricane Irene
12/14/2011

RALEIGH, N.C.   – Gov. Perdue today said North Carolina emergency management officials are continuing to prepare for Hurricane Irene, which is projected to make landfall near Cape Hatteras Saturday afternoon.   Perdue met this morning with the State Emergency Response Team to discuss the latest steps the state is taking, including the mandatory evacuations that began this...

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Digital Extras Extend the Appeal of 2011 North Carolina Travel Guide
12/14/2011

Cover Showcases Durham’s Vibrant Urban Life RALEIGH, N.C. (Dec. 15, 2010) — The North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development today unveiled “The Official 2011 North Carolina Travel Guide,” a 180-page handbook that brings the state's natural, manmade and historic attractions to life with state-of-the-art digital options. The cover image features...

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N.C. Ski News: Resorts Opening Now
12/14/2011

Brand-New Additions, Upgrades Across All Resorts; Offers Make Getaways Easy, Affordable RALEIGH, NC — North Carolina’s six ski resorts are opening now, kicking off the 2010-2011 ski season. All N.C. resorts have undergone significant upgrades and additions over the past year and are offering some great deals this season.  Detailed information on these...

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Gov. Perdue Announces Iron Man 3 to Film in North Carolina
12/14/2011

Iron Man 3 Film Will Base in Wilmington, Creating Jobs and Bring Millions to the State RALEIGH. N.C. — Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Marvel Studios film Iron Man 3 , starring Robert Downey Jr., will soon start pre-production in Wilmington. The motion picture is expected to be made in North Carolina over a 10 month period, including pre production, principal photography, and...

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North Carolina State Fair Awards 343 Medals in 2011 Wine Competition
12/14/2011

RALEIGH, N.C. — RayLen Vineyards & Winery won the N.C. Winegrowers Cup for best of show and Cypress Bend Vineyards took home the N.C. Muscadine Cup in the 2011 North Carolina State Fair Wine Competition. The 12th annual wine competition, held October 5-6 in Raleigh, featured 444 wines competing in the commercial division and 94 wines in the amateur division. RayLen Vineyards...

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North Carolina Invites Travelers to Explore All Forms of Fall’s Splendor
12/14/2011

Diverse Experiences Create Endless Ways to Color Outside the Lines RALEIGH, N.C. — While North Carolina’s fall color may start with the beautiful foliage found amid the tallest mountains east of the Rockies, natural beauty, special events and seasonal activities stretch across more than 500 miles from the high country to the Piedmont and on to the coast. Autumn’s...

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