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When you sell sun and fun, how do you prepare for unseasonable cold?
Hit the road to check out these must-see giant roadside attractions in North Carolina.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a natural paradise that straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee with stunning mountain landscapes, lush forests, diverse wildlife and a rich cultural heritage.
Rachel Driskell, WRAL contributor
AAA predicts 72.2 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home through Sunday.
Some families are opting for frugal fun this summer instead of traveling. But local amusement parks aren't immune to tariffs impacting their bottom line, that's because everything from stuffed animals to games and cranes comes from overseas. Some local parks are adapting their strategies to save money.
Returning from vacation can be tough.
Your family will be paying less at the pump this year for your Spring Break road trip.AAA says gas prices are 30 to 40 cents cheaper this year, compared to the same time last year.
An estimated 71.7 million Americans are forecast to take a Thanksgiving road trip. Of those, AAA expects more than 570,000 to have some type of car trouble.
Whether you're planning an ambitious multicity family vacation or a more simple beach trip for the whole family to relax, there are several factors family planners have to consider.
Sheeka Sanahori
If you're looking to travel, travel planners say Fall is the best time to make those plans.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is planning to break records this Labor Day weekend, with hundreds of thousands of people expected to travel through the airport between Friday and Monday.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is planning to break records this Labor Day weekend, with hundreds of thousands of people expected to travel through the airport.
Kelsey Coffey, WRAL reporter and David Koenig, AP business writer
The Magic Kingdom, Disney's flagship theme park in Florida, will undergo the largest expansion in its 53-year history, with one new "land" devoted to classic Disney villains and another focused on Pixar's "Cars" movies.
Brooks Barnes, New York Times
The cost of being at the happiest place on Earth is going up while the perks are going away.
Tariro Mzezewa, New York Times
Whether you're looking for sports, seafood, history or family fun, North Carolina has a beach town to fit that need.
Be prepared for busy concourses and long lines at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) for the Fourth of July.
Kelsey Coffey, WRAL reporter
Until recently I thought that Jellystone Park was just something in the Yogi Bear cartoons. Then, I found out that there are a series of parks in the country that offer everything from cabins to RV and tent sites.
Kathy Hanrahan, WRAL lifestyle editor
Are you planning a big summer trip? You're probably researching accommodations and restaurants and thinking about activities to do and places to go.
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If you have a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to travel for Memorial Day, you'll want to arrive early.
Nick Perlin, WRAL reporter
Looking for a springtime road trip that won't break the bank? Wrightsville Beach in North Carolina offers the third-most affordable spring beach vacation.
Greenville, PA has a population just over 5500, according to Census data. But on Monday, it was packed.
Ali Ingersoll, WRAL Data Journalist
Asheville, a stunning mountain town, caters to all interests with its mix of outdoor activities, historical attractions, and vibrant culture. It's the perfect destination for a weekend getaway.
Whether it is spring or summer break, these five North Carolina attractions are great for families to enjoy.
Tandra Wilkerson, WRAL contributor
If you're booking a vacation soon, listen up. Some airlines and travel companies are trying to do everything they can to get more of your money.
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Kaila Curry, Audience Engagement Producer
