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I just love this subscription. The magazine and perks are one of the most practical, usable and enjoyable subscriptions ever. I think I’ll stay subscribed forever.
Jonathan
Monroe, NC
Inspiration To Explore
After reading about, and seeing pictures of different lighthouses, I went to see the Morris Island Lighthouse at Folly Beach, SC.
Anne
Charleston, SC
Fun Things To Do
You'll discover all sorts of fun attractions, events and activities - the hidden gems - that just don't show up on Google.
Feel Energized
It's no secret - when you have fun plans, you wake up with a purpose, because you have something to look forward to.
Save Money
As a Carolina Traveler VIP you get FREE tickets and discounts to fun events and attractions - just for being a subscriber!
Day Trips
See page 16 when you only have a few hours to spare, and don't want to spend it Googling "things to do"
Long Weekends
From Edisto Beach to Lake Lure to the small towns along the Dan River, you'll find the places to go and the things to do in every issue
Vacations
Plan your vacation around things to do! We share trip itineraries for the adventurous, the curious and the casual
Road Trips
Build a road trip around a theme - like castles! Check out the 10 Carolina castles in our fall issue (even spend the night!)
Events
Visit the most stunning, entertaining and fun events in the Carolinas (like the kite festival). You can find them on page 20
Kids
You'll find family travel ideas for all ages, including the kids - and the young at heart! Read the spring issue for animal adventures
The Dog
They're part of the family, so we'll tell you where your pup can go, whether it's beaches, trails, or even beer gardens!
Museums
Visit a museum where you can dig for Megalodon teeth, build a boat, or see the stars! Find them in the winter issue
Restaurants
Dining is part of the adventure! From classy joints to take-out burgers, we reveal the local favorites
Attractions
Mild to Wild! Check out the annual Thrill Seeker issue for cover-to-cover adventures and the Thrill-o-Meter!
Shows
Take in a show, unique performance or traveling exhibit. You could even win tickets to popular shows
Parks
Discover amazing natural spaces, like this incredible walk-behind waterfall from the spring issue
Find things to do when you have a few spare hours with our day trip ideas
Make weekend planning easier when you know about the best events
Tired of the same old routine? These trip ideas get you out of the house, get you moving and stimulate your mind
Entertain the kids with something completely new
Plan a full vacation with a list of fun things to do, without spending hours on Google
Save money with exclusive discounts and free tickets (VIPs)
See what people like you are doing around the Carolinas
Pick an adventure and make new friends
If your Google searches for "things to do" always seem to be places you've already been, and things you've already done, you're not alone.
There's a reason Google always seems to give you the same results
Google puts ads at the top and shows the most popular websites first. Your local TV news features the biggest attractions (which frequently are advertisers).
The biggest advertisers and the most popular websites don't change much...
So the same places - like the places you've been a million times - always show up at the top of Google and on TV, leaving you to feel like there's nothing to do here!
It's that sinking, hopeless boredom feeling...
It's annoying, and we get it.
And it happens to all of us...
Like that vacation when you did all the planned activities and it's only your second day away...
Or the long weekend when you spent more time looking for things to do on Google and YouTube than actually doing something...
Or the surprise weekend without any kid sports and that sudden "now what?" feeling...
Or waking up to all the free time in the world, but nothing to do...
But what if you could fill your days, weekends and vacations with fun things to do?
What if instead of scrolling through Google, YouTube and social media for hours, you had a handy source of things to do?
What if those things to do were all in the Carolinas?
And what if your source included ideas for all age groups, from kids, to parents, to grandparents?
What if your source also shared exclusive discounts and FREE tickets?!
Save time - Cut back on Googling for things to do
Reduce stress - Don’t get frustrated with opposing opinions in reviews
Conquer boredom - You receive a steady stream of things to do, nearby
Save money - With the VIP plan you’ll receive free tickets and discounts
Wake up with purpose - You’ll have something to do, somewhere to go
Have fun - Find things to do that you enjoy, rather than doing only what's available
Meet new people - You’ll encounter people just like you, because they are doing the same things as you
Entertain the grandkids - Take them on unexpected adventures that get them excited to visit you
Entertain friends and family - You’ll have them begging to join you on your next adventure
Inside Carolina Traveler you'll discover:
Day trips
Events
Lighthouses
Museums
Parks
Waterfalls
Train rides
Thrilling adventures
Coastal hikes
Wildlife
History
Small towns
Burger joints
Fruit stands
Long weekends
Beaches
Mountain trails
and much more!
Sign up for the Carolina Traveler VIP Plan to get FREE tickets, ticket giveaways and discounts to events and attractions, like...
Carolina Renaissance Festival
Dickens Christmas Market
Carolina Panthers
Woods of Terror
Christmas Carousel Holiday Market
The Viking Festival
McLaurin Farms Christmas Festival
Alabama Theater
Legends in Concert
Magic & Mayhem
In 2022 each VIP subscriber was offered tickets valued at more than $200!
We know what you're thinking...
How can Carolina Traveler give away tickets and a magazine subscription for just 87 cents a week?
Here's how we do it: Most of the tickets come from events, shows and attractions that want to advertise to our readers. Sometimes they pay for their advertising with tickets, which we give to you!
So there's no catch and no strings attached. Just enjoy yourself.
"Living In The Moment"
Carolina Traveler stories inspired Heather and her husband to travel the Carolinas in their RV, while their daughters stay busy with the grandkids.
Heather
Franklinton, NC
"Hiking For The First Time"
Vickie, originally from upstate New York was inspired to hike for the first time in her life at 54 years old.
Vickie
Charlotte, NC
"The Renaissance Festival"
The Renaissance Festival is a fairy tale event held annually in Huntersville, NC. VIP subscribers were offered free tickets to the event!
Theresa
Concord, NC
"Chasing Waterfalls at Hanging Rock"
Hanging Rock State Park is hidden gem with a stunning summit and several waterfalls. Read about it in the fall issue.
Gina
Mocksville, NC
BONUS OFFER
Subscribe now and get a copy of the Heritage Guide - the official museums directory - as our gift to you!
You'll never be at a loss for something to do with a copy of the Heritage Guide. Inside you'll find museum listings by city and interesting stories about our history and the people who made it.
Carolina Traveler is the Things-To-Do magazine. We love exploring the Carolinas and sharing our discoveries.
You may find bits and pieces on Google, but only Carolina Traveler curates the full story with the things to do, and important tips and recommendations.
If it's worth doing, we put it on paper.
Of course. Every subscription includes immediate online access to all of our back issues. Plus, you'll receive a welcome email with a few tour ideas.
If you are unhappy with Carolina Traveler magazine, then you may cancel within 60 days of purchase for a full refund and zero hassle.
Yes! All payments are processed through a safe, encrypted connection to a secure payment processing system. We cannot access your credit card information, and we do not store your credit card information.
Please allow up to 8 weeks to receive your first issue in the mail. You'll have instant access to all of the back issues online.
Susie, our "Ambassador of Fun," will periodically email ticket offers to VIP subscribers. Simply respond to Susie's email to collect your tickets.
The quantity of tickets available per customer varies with each offer.
Yes! We feature attractions from South Carolina and North Carolina.
Simply click on the option you like - Digital, Print & Digital, or VIP. We accept major credit cards and payments are securely processed online. You may cancel your subscription at anytime.
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