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Gov. Perdue Announces Iron Man 3 to Film in North Carolina
01/12/2012

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 Ski Season Races Toward an Early Start
01/12/2012

After two seasons of unusually generous snowfall in the Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina scored the earliest flurry on record Oct. 1. The half-inch dusting at Beech Mountain, home of the highest ski area east of the Rockies, stokes hopes for an early return to the slopes for skiers and snowboarders. Even if nature fails to match last season's 130 inches of powder at Beech or Sugar...

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North Carolina State Fair Awards 343 Medals in 2011 Wine Competition
01/12/2012

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
01/12/2012

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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Fall Arrives With a Promise of Spectacular Color
01/12/2012

RALEIGH, N.C. — With a fanfare of positive notes from the experts, travelers can expect a vibrant foliage display across North Carolina this fall enticing visitors to “Color Outside the Lines.” Fall color and fishing reports, as well as seasonal events across the state, can be found at VisitNC.com . Since seeing is believing, photos and videos will be updated daily via...

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North Carolina Wine Industry Generates $1.28 Billion in Economic Impact
01/12/2012

  RALEIGH, N.C.  — Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that the North Carolina wine and grape industry generated an impact of $1.28 billion on the state’s economy in 2009, an increase of 58 percent since 2005.  The industry supported 7,600 jobs across the state, adding 1,900 jobs since 2005.   “Our wine industry creates jobs and attracts visitors to our...

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North Carolina Tourism Campaign Gains National Recognition
01/12/2012

RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development has received a 2011 Mercury Award from the US Travel Association’s National Council of State Tourism Directors (NCSTD) for its cooperative marketing efforts. This marks the Division's 22nd Mercury Award recognition since 1985. The national award recognizes the North Carolina tourism office for...

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New Civil War Trails Guide Leads Visitors Across North Carolina
01/12/2012

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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North Carolina’s Civil War Story to Engage Travelers During 150th Anniversary Observance
01/12/2012

RALEIGH, NC — On May 20, 1861, North Carolina officially joined an epic struggle that tore the nation apart. From strategic strongholds in the east to raided and bushwhacked counties in the west, travelers can embark on a sesquicentennial journey to discover, explore and re-examine the state's uniquely layered history in the defining event of 19th-century America. Between the broad...

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North Carolina Celebrates Its 100th Winery
01/12/2012

RALEIGH, N.C.  — Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that North Carolina is now home to 100 wineries. The 100th winery in North Carolina to raise a glass is Cauble Creek Vineyard in Salisbury. “Our wine industry is made up of small business owners, entrepreneurs and farmers.  Most importantly it creates jobs in our state,” said Gov. Perdue.   “Our...

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Digital Extras Extend the Appeal of 2011 North Carolina Travel Guide
01/12/2012

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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Jump-Start the Holidays in North Carolina
01/12/2012

RALEIGH, N.C. — The list of holiday events in North Carolina is longer than Santa’s naughty and nice roster. Listed with date-specific events at the top, these activities embrace the wonder and magic found here every year and are perfect for an N.C. holiday getaway. And, don’t forget about VisitNC.com: Your personal guide to North Carolina. It features events, offers,...

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N.C. Ski News: Resorts Opening Now
01/12/2012

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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NC Wine Competition Winners Announced
01/12/2012

RALEIGH, NC – Childress Vineyards won Best of Show and Sanders Ridge Vineyard & Winery took home the Muscadine Cup in the 2010 North Carolina State Fair Wine Competition.  The 11th annual wine competition was held Oct. 6 and 7, 2010, in Raleigh, N.C., featuring 454 wines competing in the commercial division and 156 wines in the amateur division. Childress Vineyards, in...

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Fall Leaves On Display In N.C. Mountains
01/12/2012

Experience Gorgeous Fall Color in the High Country, Great Fishing on the Coast It’s the Perfect Time for an NC Getaway   Oct. 7, 2010 (Raleigh, N.C.) –  Our reporters are estimating higher elevations in N.C. (4,000 feet and up) will be at peak in the coming week.  Brilliant color is expected in the mountains throughout October as the color...

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Scenic Drives, Leaf and Fishing Reports, Giveaways and Events Lure Travelers to North Carolina at VisitNC.com
01/12/2012

The fun begins this Monday, September 20, 2010. Extensive image selection available.   September 16, 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. and Dick Thomas from the Piedmont Environmental Center in High Point, N.C., will again join the...

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What Are Your Credit Card Processing Options?
01/11/2012

There are credit card processing options available to just about any kind of business out there. The first step in figuring out your credit card processing options is to consider your priorities and needs for the type of business your running. There are credit card processing companies that offer options for all types of business, [...]

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Hike Your Way Thin and Healthy
01/11/2012

The outdoors are a great way to stay healthy, in shape, and getting some fresh air after a long day at work. Where to Hike Some of us have the luxury of living near the mountains. That means the mountains are easily accessible for some of us to be able to go on hikes to [...]

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Spring your iPhone So You Can Use it on Your Hikes
01/11/2012

In 2011, the iPhone is still one of the best smart phones on the market today and continues to be the phone of choice for people who want to upgrade from their old school cell phones. One thing that that phone dealers won’t tell you when you purchase the iPhone is that you’re stuck with [...]

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Better Hiking After E Cigarettes
01/11/2012

Smoking and cardiovascular exercises like hiking don’t mix because, when an individual smokes for any period of time they are inhaling combustion and harmful chemicals into their body that restricts their breathing and can eventually lead to cancer. For those smokers who want to break away from the smoking habit gradually, the solution to helping [...]

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3 Arkansas Hiking Destinations
01/11/2012

There are over 100 different trails located in Arkansas, and each one really has its own unique experience. However, the ones that no one should miss, can be more difficult to determine. Listing the top three will narrow that down, but keep in mind it’s only three of over 100 trails available for your hiking [...]

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Protecting Your Skin Outdoors
01/11/2012

It doesn’t matter if you’re 18 years old or 80, you should be protecting your skin every time you go outside. Protecting your skin is important because, it will help you to avoid getting skin cancer and will also help you to maintain your looks as you grow older. Moisturize Almost everyone wears sunscreen when [...]

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Keep A Bit of Carolina Nature On Hand
01/11/2012

Have you been thinking about growing an indoor garden? You’re not alone. Many people are thinking about starting an indoor garden as a hobby while others are considering starting an indoor garden to add more fresh herbs, vegetables and flowers to their dinner tables. Where Will It Be Located? The great thing about indoor gardening [...]

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Heading to the Breeder’s Cup?
01/11/2012

This year, the racing event of the season, the Breeder’s Cup World Championship, is taking place at historic Churchill Downs. The combination of the race location at the nearby home of the Kentucky Derby and the most exciting and lucrative two days in sports makes planning a trip to the event almost mandatory. If you [...]

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Wear Your Clothing Right with the Right Shapewear
01/11/2012

With busy lives and responsibilities like raising children, working full time and managing their homes, it’s not always easy for a woman to be in the ideal shape that she wants to be in. How can a woman meet her ideal body shape without having to go on a crash diet or turn to painful [...]

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