In need of a quick getaway this spring and summer? Our staff shares a few fave nearby destinations perfect for day or weekend trips!
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’m from Graham, North Carolina, in Alamance County, and I love to go back and visit the Graham Cinema. It is still the same as it was when I was a child – stadium seating with just one movie screen and cost is $4 per person and $3 per kid. You have to call 336-226-1488 to hear the voicemail – there is always a joke. Promise, it’s so worth it! The Burlington City Park is the best for kids, with a train and boat rides – plus the carousel is fabulous. Head over to Zack’s Hot Dogs after the park for its nearly century-old, famous grill menu. If you enjoy visiting the Duke Lemur Center, you’ll definitely want to check out Burlington’s Animal Park at the Conservators Center. And did you know that Press Coffee, Crepes & Cocktails, which has a location in Durham and is soon to open one in Raleigh, got its start in Alamance County? – Chris Elkins, Triangle Media Partners vice president
I love the Outer Banks, and one of my favorite islands to visit is on Cape Lookout. From Harkers Island, you can take a ferry or boat over to the cape, with the option to stop at Shackleford Banks, where you can explore and catch a glimpse of the wild horse herds that inhabit the island. Once you arrive at the cape you can climb the lighthouse (it’s scheduled to reopen in 2025 after renovations) and enjoy swimming and relaxing on the beach. After a day in the sun, stop by nearby Beaufort for a meal or shopping. – Renee Ambroso, digital content specialist & Heart of NC Weddings managing editor 54
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