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Everywhere you turn this season in North Carolina, you're bound to find some holiday spirit. Grab your friends and watch Santa rappel 315 feet down Chimney Rock or take a drive around the Charlotte Motor Speedway while gazing at three million lights. Show your family why McAdenville is named Christmas Town, USA or create a larger than life tradition strolling the decorated halls of the Biltmore. No matter where you go or what you choose to do, one thing's for sure — lasting, holiday memories will be made. North Carolina’s 300 miles of barrier island beaches beckon visitors near and far year-round. And while sand, sun and surf are

major attractions, there’s so much else to explore. Stroll through quaint coastal towns like Southport to experience a slower pace of life. Unwind at a beach resort or vacation rental for a family trip or romantic getaway. Camp at a coastal state park or take on waves at Wrightsville Beach Surf Camp near Wilmington. And if adventure’s your thing, you can find it in the Outer Banks with a hang gliding class at Jockey’s Ridge or an encounter with the wild horses of Corolla and Shackleford Banks. The Blue Ridge Parkway travels 252 miles along the ridge of the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina. It offers plenty of things to do, from camping, biking and hiking, to local art, cultural and historic sites. In Asheville, the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center features a 22-foot interactive map of the Parkway. And no drive along this road is complete without crossing the Linn Cove Viaduct, an engineering marvel seemingly suspended in midair along the southern face of Grandfather Mountain. Rea more...http://www.visitnc.com