Family travel Coverage

Thanksgiving Travel: A Look at the Forecast

It is almost time for the turkeys to be stuffed and the house filled with the amazing sights and smells of Thanksgiving! Of course, the weather forecast becomes even more important when plans are being made on when to travel. We are already starting to get several indications of the weather that the atmosphere may dish out.

16 Disney Cruise hacks to make your next family vacation magical

These tips will help you save money and make planning easier for your next Disney Cruise.

Crissy Fishbane, WRAL contributor

Visit Person County

Take a tour of Roxboro and Person County. A short drive from the Triangle will take you to beautiful wineries in the country, as well as great places to eat, play, and stay.

Toddler has visited every U.S. national park

A toddler has made headlines for becoming the youngest person to visit all 63 U.S. National Parks in record time.

What to do when visiting Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a natural paradise that straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee with stunning mountain landscapes, lush forests, diverse wildlife and a rich cultural heritage.

Rachel Driskell, WRAL contributor

Steps to retrieve your luggage at Raleigh-Durham airport

Interview with Jamikka Chappell on lost luggage

3 ways to stay cool in the NC heat

Summer might be coming to an end, but it's still hot! Lately, it's to the point that being outside isn't all that enjoyable. Below are a few unique ways we plan to get out of the house and stay a little cooler.

Unveiling Manteo's hidden gems: Explore an amazing historic NC town

Discover the Enchanting Manteo Historic Walking Tour in NC: Unraveling American History, Celebrities, and Hidden Gems!

Tandra Wilkerson, WRAL contributor

255,000 travelers expected to pass through RDU Memorial Day weekend

Travel experts believe this could be the busiest Memorial Day travel weekend since 2005.

Nia Harden, WRAL reporter

6 great day trips from Raleigh that are not the beach

We have some great ideas for fun that aren't too far away!

New flights, dining options coming to RDU

New flights and new dining options are coming to RDU, heading into the busy summer travel season.

RDU prepares for record-breaking summer travel, works to get ahead of staff shortages

The Raleigh-Durham International Airport is preparing for an expected record-breaking summer of travel.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL anchor/reporter

TSA recruiting workers at RDU ahead of summer travel

RDU has more than 400 TSA employees. Currently, they're looking to hire at least 50 more agents. TSA is hosting a hiring event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday at the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Durham at RTP in Durham.

RDU continues to expand; adds 4 new airlines, 20 new destinations

As the summer travel season begins, RDU is expanding its travel options with the addition of four new airlines and 20 new destinations.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL anchor/reporter

5 NC places to check out over spring, summer break

Whether it is spring or summer break, these five North Carolina attractions are great for families to enjoy.

Tandra Wilkerson, WRAL contributor

Frontier adds flights to RDU ahead of summer travel season

Frontier Airlines is expanding its flight schedule and adding destinations at RDU ahead of the busy summer travel season.

Beautiful views await at Beaufort Hotel

Nestled on 10 acres, the Beaufort Hotel offers the privacy of a resort-style setting on the banks of Taylor's Creek with expansive water views.

'This can't happen again': Parents of child killed in NC vacation home elevator talk using grief to make change

7-year-old Weston Androw died last year in a North Carolina vacation home elevator. For the first time Monday, his parents spoke publicly about their loss and their son's life saving legacy.

Cullen Browder, WRAL anchor/reporter

Must-visit this fall: Garden Valley Farmers Market

They have five locations in Burlington, Graham, Haw River, and Greensboro.

Tandra Wilkerson, WRAL contributor

Weekend trip: Mebane offers family fun

Allow the charm of Mebane to enchant you.

Tandra Wilkerson, WRAL contributor

Book holiday travel early for best prices, availability

Auto club AAA is urging travelers to book their holiday trips as early as possible to get the best prices and options.

Good news: Price of traveling this fall is dropping

Soaring prices forced many Americans to skip summer vacation. But new numbers show a sunnier travel forecast heading into fall. Here's some tips on snagging a great deal this next travel season.

Take a trip to Canton

Nestled in the heart of the Southern Appalachian Mountains on the Pigeon River and a mere 20 miles from downtown Asheville is Canton, NC.

NC Senate passes 'Weston's Law' to address elevator safety in rental homes

The state House must still consider the measure before it heads to the governor's desk.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Be prepared if your child gets sick on vacation

Nothing ruins a family vacation like someone getting sick, but being prepared can make the situation more bearable.

UNC Health