Picture this: On a whim, you enter to win a free trip to coastal North Carolina advertised in your favorite morning newsletter — and you actually win.
Suddenly, you’re headed to the town that inspired the beloved novel + film “The Notebook” to kick off the holiday season surrounded by historic homes, walkable streets, cozy shops + restaurants, and holiday lights.
No, it’s not the plot of a new Hallmark movie — yet.
Visit New Bern is giving ORLtoday readers a chance to win two free round-trip Breeze Airways flights from Orlando (MCO) to New Bern (EWN), overnight accommodations, and two free registrations for the Trail to Tryon Holiday Half run.
Here’s what’s in store for a weekend adventure:
- Trail to Tryon Holiday Half run | Saturday, Dec. 6 | Whether you’re a runner looking for a race to round out the year or simply want to explore New Bern’s historic neighborhoods on foot, you and your guest can sign up for the half-marathon, 10K, or 5K.
- Christmas Parade | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 10 a.m. | Following the race, stay downtown as local marching bands and floats fill the streets with holiday spirit.
- Explore New Bern | Spend the afternoon exploring scenic rivers, breweries, restaurants, and local shops, or learn about the history of Pepsi-Cola, which was invented in New Bern.
- Flotilla | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 5:30 p.m. | Make your way back to the waterfront to see boats decked out with holiday lights, and sip on hot chocolate while watching the river sparkle before ending the day dining on fresh seafood and sipping cozy cocktails.
Enter to win the giveaway before it ends on Monday, Sept. 22. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, Sept. 24.
