Wanderlust World Wanderlust World No longer is Spot sent to the doghouse. Today, pet owners view their pets as members of their family. In fact, more than 29 million Americans travel with their pets each year. In response to this trend, resorts, hotels and vacation rental companies are opening their doors to the pet-loving traveler. For visitors traveling to North Carolina, there is no shortage of pet-friendly accommodations.
With more than 300 miles of coastline, North Carolina's Outer Banks is a popular summer vacation destination for visitors from around the United States. Many of these visitors want to include their canine and feline companions, and many of the region's vacation rentals are now deemed pet-friendly. Pet owners can bring their pets along with them for some summer fun and relaxation in the sand and surf.
Sun Realty
8788 Caratoke Highway
Harbinger, NC 27941
866-491-8701
sunrealtync.com
North Carolina's Great Smoky Mountains are close to the state's border with Tennessee. Visitors flock to the region each year to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, from white-water rafting to hiking to zip-lining. The outdoor travelers looking to bring Fido along will find the Great Smokies' resorts and cabins welcome both them and their canine companions.
Nantahala Village Resort and Spa
9400 Highway 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713
nvnc.com
North Carolina's state capital, Raleigh, sees more than 11.5 million visitors each year. Many of these visitors travel with their pets. Raleigh's Department of Parks and Recreation welcomes those travelers to its array of citywide dog parks, which allow the dogs to enjoy exercise and relaxation while their owners explore the city. Many of the city's hotels have also adopted pet-friendly policies to accommodate its visitors.
Hilton North Raleigh
3415 Wake Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
919-872-2323
hilton.com