Vanessa Infanzon moved from New York to NC for college and never left. When she’s not writing, she’s paddle boarding at the Whitewater Center.
Vanessa Infanzon
Latest from Vanessa Infanzon
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11 Dining Spots You Don’t Want to Miss Next Time You’re in Downtown Asheboro
For many, traveling to the heart of North Carolina means only a visit to the North Carolina Zoo. Skipping Asheboro’s charming and walkable downtown is a mistake.
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11 Funky Places to Stay in North Carolina This Holiday Season
From a hobbit house to a hippie bus to a shipping container on the beach, NC’s hosts get creative with overnight accommodations.
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12 Must-See North Carolina Attractions This Season That Are Free
These spots are perfect for a day trip.
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14 Hiking Trails to Conquer This Fall in North Carolina
From Kure Beach to Blowing Rock and back, wander along these lesser-known North Carolina trails this fall.
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15 Dog-Friendly Breweries to Take Your Four-Legged Friend To in North Carolina
From the mountains to the coast, our picks for breweries that welcome your pup. Plus a trainer shares what skills every dog owner should know before heading to a brewery.
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Sweets, Spices, and a More Inclusive Wine Community: Here Are 8 Women-Owned Businesses to Shop in Durham
We talked to some of our favorite women-owned businesses about what’s inspiring them, what they’re listening to, and where they’re shopping.
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You Love It, North Carolina. But Did You Know Pimento Cheese Comes from New York?
Want to make the case that the best pimento cheese is made right here in the South? Start with these local dishes.
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New to NC? Here Are 9 Travel-Worthy Destinations to Visit in Your First Year
You already know Lexington is on the list for the barbecue.
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Each of These 20 Indie Bookstores In North Carolina Has a Story to Tell
Independent bookstores are as much a community as they are a business. And business is booming. From Buxton to Boone and parts in between, here are our picks for the best ones to check out.



















