FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
New 2007 North Carolina Travel Guide and Golf Guide Now Available
Charlotte, N.C. - The Official 2007 North Carolina Travel Guide and the 2007 North Carolina Golf Guide are now available free of charge to those planning a trip to North Carolina. Through Jan. 31, visitors who request the guides online at VisitNC.com will be automatically entered to win a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. The North Carolina Great Smoky Mountains Getaway Sweepstakes prize package includes:
- Three nights cottage accommodations for two at Lake Junaluska
- Round of golf for two including cart rental at Maggie Valley Club
- Round of golf for two including cart rental at Waynesville Country Club Inn & Resort
- Two lift tickets and skiing at Cataloochee Ski Area
- Two horseback riding passes at Panther Creek Outfitters
- Two tickets to Haywood Arts Regional Theater (HART)
- Two tickets to Wheels Through Time Museum
- Two tickets to Carolina Nights Dinner Theater
- Lunch for two at Nick & Nate's Restaurant
- Two free entrees at Chef’s Table Restaurant
With information on almost 4,000 accommodations and more than 6,500 attractions and things to do, the 2007 North Carolina Travel Guide covers the state across its three geographic regions: mountains, piedmont and coast. The Travel Guide’s cover highlights a picturesque setting on Lake Junaluska, nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains. The 192-page Travel Guide also features a tribute to renowned nature photographer and North Carolina tourism icon Hugh Morton, who died in 2006.
The cover of the 2007 North Carolina Golf Guide highlights the Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, home to the 2007 U.S. Women’s Open, June 25 – July 1. The 48-page Golf Guide includes listings for more than 400 golf courses open to the public. The guide features articles on the high number of renovated courses now available throughout the state and background on our state’s favorite female golfer, Peggy Kirk Bell. Each region has a section highlighting the top public courses selected by the North Carolina Golf Panel.
“The Travel and Golf Guides are essential tools for travelers who have an interest in visiting North Carolina,” said Lynn Minges, executive director of the North Carolina Commerce Department’s Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development. “Visitors can find information on events, festivals and every kind of outdoor activity as well as pet-friendly accommodations and special golf packages. Planning a trip with the travel or golf guide is a great way to get organized and learn about some of North Carolina’s special attractions that may become the highlight of someone’s trip.”
Natural scenic beauty, adventure and relaxation, a dining experience for every taste, rich history and warm Southern hospitality come together in North Carolina. Call 1-800-VISIT NC or go to VisitNC.com to plan your next getaway.
CONTACT:
Jennifer Frings (704) 364-8969 jfrings@lkmideas.com
Susan Dosier (704) 953-9408 sdosier@lkmideas.com
Wit Tuttell (919) 733-7420 wtuttell@nccommerce.com
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