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The North Carolina mountains have the power to bring people together. Let these stops be part of your family memories for years to come.

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Meagan and Colin’s story is based on a true vacation – now find inspiration for yours.

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Land of Waterfalls: 250+ Cascades Near Brevard

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Blue Ridge Parkway & Scenic Drives

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Smoky Mountains & Cherokee

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Visit North Carolina is proud to showcase the work of filmmaker Meagan Massa, who’s looking back on the last road trip she and her brother took with their father. This film was produced as part of Visit NC's Firsts that Last Film Series.