North Carolina Weekends

If you've ever thought about where you could go for a perfect weekend, North Carolina Weekends has the answer. If you want to go to the beach or mountains or visit one of the Piedmont's cities, just use the book's geographical groupings to find which outings cover the region you want to visit. If you have specific interests for your weekend trip, check the 50 separate categories listed in the "Start Here" chart to find which trips offer the activities you're seeking.

Setzer begins each of her 46 suggested weekends with a brief summary of what to expect. She recommends places to stay and eat, things to do, sites to see, and special festivals and events around which you might want to build your visit to the area.

Whether you're interested in shopping for antiques, strolling through a museum, hiking through a natural area, playing a round of golf, visiting a historic site, listening to live music, finding a good picnic spot, going fishing, or participating in a multitude of other activities, this book makes your planning easy.

Lynn Setzer is the author of A Season on the Appalachian Trail, Great Adventures in North Carolina, and 60 Hikes in 60 Miles. She lives in Raleigh, North Carolina.