I like writing about places that I've already been to and Raleigh, North Carolina is one of those places. It was a long time ago while I was stationed at Camp Lejeune from 1988 through 1992 and serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. I and my family made several trips along the eastern seaboard and passed through Raleigh numerous times. Like all big cities, I'm sure Raleigh has grown considerably since then.
There are so many things to do in Raleigh now; I'd be a fool to pass them up if I'm anywhere near there. Dubbed the "Smithsonian of the South" for the quality of its 20 free attractions, Raleigh's museums and greenway trails are among the finest in the region. With more than 30 historic and cultural sites, along with year-round events and celebrations such as the Diwali Festival, Raleigh is a heritage city with landmarks in education, business, medicine, religion and more. I'm only scratching the surface of what this great city has to offer.
To promote the Fall Getaway events for 2007, Raleigh's official tourism site is giving you a chance to win a Free Raleigh Getaway. The getaway includes:
- One night accommodations for two at the Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley
- $25 gift certificate to Bloomsbury Bistro
- Free VIP admission for two to Rum Runners
- 2 tickets to the North Carolina Theatre
- 2 tickets to the N.C. Museum of Art's Landscapes from the Age of Impressionism
- 2 tickets to Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries at the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences
If you live in that part of the United States, or just want a fantastic weekend getaway, register to win and see what Raleigh, North Carolina is all about.
