If you love hiking, this is the place for you! Lovely scenery and beautiful waterfalls, it’s also a great place for an outdoor picnic.

The Sarah P. Duke Gardens consist of approximately 55 acres of landscaped and wooded areas at Duke University located in Durham, North Carolina. There are 5 miles of allées, walks, and pathways throughout the gardens. It’s so pretty!

For the young and young at heart: go-karts, laser tag, batting cages, bumper boats, flight simulators, mini-golf, arcade games & more.

Ranked annually among the top-five theaters in America, if you’re in the mood for a concert or show, DPAC is the place for you.

Durham Bulls Athletic Park is a 10,000-seat ballpark in Durham, North Carolina, that is home to the Durham Bulls, the Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays of Major League Baseball. It’s one of Eric’s (and Taylor’s believe it or not!) favorite places in the Triangle.

From Argentinian empanadas to Boba teas, macarons, tacos, and katsu sandwiches, find more than 20 local and globally-inspired snacks, foods, and specialty items under one roof at the 22,000 square-foot Morgan Street Food Hall in the Warehouse District. Grab a truffle burger at Cow Bar, the pork dumplings at MKG Kitchen, or the butter chicken at Curry in a Hurry, then snag a seat in the main hall or belly up to the onsite indoor/outdoor bar, The Arbor.

A visit to North Carolina wouldn’t be complete without a plate of barbecue. The staff almost provides a tutorial in the Southern tradition of barbecue and the accompanying regional sauces. Must-try dishes? The brisket and the fried pimento cheese balls.

This is Taylor’s favorite place for sushi! One of Eric’s favorite places, BB Crispy’s, is also just a few steps away. You can find just about anything in this spot, including bowling, a movie theater, and ice cream!

This is one of the best places if you're craving seafood. It also has a lovely outdoor seating area!

ORO serves dishes that are designed for sharing among friends and are brought to the table steadily and continuously throughout the meal. It’s a fun, chic place to be.

If you’re looking for fine dining and excellent wine, this is the place for you! 🥩🍷

If you’re looking for an Irish pub, check out this place! ☘️

The Raleigh Times was the place where Raleigh’s history was first printed. Since restoring the original building in 2006, The Raleigh Times has expanded twice to include second floor seating and a rooftop patio with the best views in downtown Raleigh.

Boxcar Bar + Arcade has been consistently named one of the best bars in Raleigh, NC! Located in Raleigh’s famous downtown Warehouse District, this bar and arcade features a full bar, dozens of arcade-style games, a year-round patio space with a live music stage, and more.