Thanks to the city’s proximity to Fort Bragg, one of the largest US Army bases in the country, Fayetteville is home to people from all over the world, infused with wonderful diversity. Fayetteville offers plenty to do for families, outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, foodies, adventurists, and everyone in between. With 100 Things to Do in Fayetteville, NC, Before You Die in your hands, you’ll never be bored. Try one of the top 10 zip lines in the country or go skydiving indoors. Explore a state park that was once the winter retreat of James Stillman Rockefeller and go hiking or biking through miles of beautiful terrain. Smell the blooms at the 77-acre Cape Fear Botanical Garden and enjoy southern comfort food with a gourmet flare. Travel the galaxy at the Fayetteville State Planetarium, then visit an award-winning professional theater for an incredible performance. Walk downtown for free summer concerts at the Dogwood Festival or head up to the Sweet Valley Ranch for a winter wonderland at the Festival of Lights. Author Melody Foote gives readers an insider look into the city she knows and loves. With 100 Things to Do in Fayetteville, NC Before You Die, discover the Fayetteville activities you need to add to your bucket list.

While Fayetteville may be best known as the home of the University of Arkansas and the Arkansas Razorbacks, the city complements those offerings with broad cultural experiences and outdoor pursuits. Tucked within its rolling, wooded landscape are incredible unexpected experiences, both rural and urban. 100 Things to Do in Fayetteville Before You Die offers visitors and locals alike ideas and itineraries for food, shopping, recreation, history, music, and entertainment. Discover Fayetteville’s quirky offerings like Greedy Goats, which brings goats to visit you, or spend the afternoon horseback riding at Flying Q Farms. Buy some vinyl at Block Street Records, then go hear great music at George’s Majestic Lounge, which has been in business for nearly a century. Get lost in the maze-like shelves in Dickson Street Bookshop or learn about flying history at the Arkansas Air and Military Museum. Take in a seasonal festival or get your passport stamped when visiting all the breweries on the Fayetteville Ale Trail and turn it in for a prize. Longtime travel writer Jill Rohrbach has lived in Fayetteville for more than 30 years and knows all about the city’s iconic and lesser-known spots. In 100 Things to Do in Fayetteville Before You Die, learn about the memorable places that make the city so special.

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The Cape Fear coast is one of North Carolina’s most scenic regions, and Wilmington lies at the center of its beauty. The Port City has appeared in countless films and TV shows, is home to notable athletes and celebrities, and is ranked as one of the country’s best beach towns. It’s small enough to feel a sense of community and Southern charm but flourishes with a robust influence of art, culture, business, and innovation. In these pages, you’ll find ideas on how to experience all that Wilmington has to offer. From the sun and sand of Wrightsville Beach to the streets of historic downtown, there are plenty of attractions for every visitor, no matter the season. Step aboard the USS North Carolina, stroll the Riverwalk, or attend one of UNCW’s sporting events. Take advantage of miles of waterways, greenways, parks, and trails or shop local on Castle Street or the Brooklyn Arts District. With 100 Things to Do in Wilmington, North Carolina, Before You Die, longtime local Amy Conry Davis gives you a great start on what to see and do. The rest of the adventures are up to you.

Halfway between the North Carolina mountains and the ocean, Raleigh, "City of Oaks," brings a champion fusion of exciting entrepreneurship and Southern charm. It's all about big-city horizons under small-town skies. 100 Things to Do in Raleigh Before You Die is a handpicked itinerary of the most inviting attractions including hidden gems, suggested itineraries and insider's tips to your old favorites. Raleigh dining is as varied as its clientele, so find the best reservations with James Beard Award winning chefs dreaming up Southern comforts, globally inspired cuisine, throwback favorites and allergen-friendly interpretations. Catch the hometown spirit with the National Hockey League's Carolina Hurricanes, peruse the wildly nostalgic and immersive State Fair or explore the innovative North Carolina Museum of Art. Local author and lifelong Raleigh resident, Alli Hurley, has scoured the city to compile the most inspiring and diverse destinations. Her guide offers a window to the soul of Raleigh, pulling you toward both the familiar favorites and unsung heroes that bolster the backbone of this friendly and authentic city. From the happening streets of Downtown to the serene shores of Falls Lake, Raleigh has hundreds of things to offer the dynamic people who visit or stay for good.