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36 Hours in the Triangle Area of North Carolina

By Craig Rutman

Real Estate Agent with Helping people in transition 210155

June 16, 2009 01:26 AM

From NY to NC

As a former New Yorker who moved to the Raleigh area many years ago, some of the things I thought I'd miss about my old stomping grounds were the abundance of museums, cultural activities and great restaurants.

Despite the fact that it took me a little while to find good sushi (we have it now!) and decent pizza (got that too!), the area commonly known as the Triangle has grown into a place where just about anything can be found.

Recently the New York Times (yes, I still read it daily) ran an article in the travel section exposing the happy medium between our "slow paced Southern charm and our urban cool."

36 Hours in Research Triangle, N.C.

Raleigh the City of Oaks

From museums, to great places to have a cold frosty beverage, to places to catch a great band, the article does a wonderful job of giving a glimpse of the Raleigh/ Durham/ Chapel Hill area...and an even better job of reminding me why I moved here in the first place.

If you're thinking of relocating to the Raleigh area click the links below to see some of the awards we've won... and continuously win!

Another Award For the Raleigh North Carolina Area? Yes, We're #1 Again!!!

Raleigh North Carolina A Brief History and Why You Should Move Here!!!

Apex North Carolina "The Peak of Good Living"

Cary North Carolina A Brief History and Why You Should Move Here!

About The Author

Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place else in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice.

To find all available homes for sale in the Triangle area of North Carolina, please visit www.justnchomes.com

Call me TODAY at 919-349-9530

Email me with your Raleigh - Cary – Apex area questions

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Carol Smith

Casmi Photography - Mebane, NC

Wow, Craig! That is one of the absolute best articles promoting our area that I have ever seen. It's impressive that they included active links to our local businesses. Thanks so much for sharing! I'm glad you still read the NYT. It's a pretty good paper overall.

Jun 16, 2009 05:03 AM

Linda Jandura

Raleigh Cary Realty - Apex, NC

Realtor, North Carolina Buyer & Seller Specialist

I hadn't seen that "36 hours" article before- it's great. Maybe Rachel Ray will come and show us how to eat all day for under $40 too. (I think we've managed that!).

Been to the NC Art museum many times- not only great art, but great summer concerts on the lawn. Cat's Cradle is a fun place to see live music. Now I have to start trying out all those restaurants.

Great blog!

Jun 16, 2009 08:49 AM

Sheldon Neal

Bergen County, NJ - RE/MAX Real Estate Limited - Maywood, NJ

That British Agent Bergen County NJ

What a nice promotion for your area, and some good related links too.

... urban cool ... I like that !

Jun 16, 2009 12:04 PM

Jim & Maria Hart

Brand Name Real Estate - Charleston, SC

Charleston, SC Real Estate

Hey, Craig. I have to agree. Maria and I stopped in Raleigh back in 2006 and we were extremely impressed with all there is to do. Way to go, Jim

Jun 16, 2009 01:53 PM

Mary Douglas

United Country Ponderosa Realty, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado - Red Feather Lakes, CO

REALTOR, Red Feather Lakes, Colorado

Southern Charm and Urban Cool! The article had so many links and information about the triangle area. Congratulations on the write up. When we went to Greenboro, NC to visit our daughter, I don't believe we got spend anytime in Raleigh. But I would love to visit the Triangle - sounds like an exciting part of NC!!

Jun 16, 2009 02:13 PM

Laura Cerrano

Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY

Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Craig, I bookmarked this....I was just speaking to my daughter yesterday about moving -- to Raleigh! We were wondering if we could give up all the NYC "Culture" and it seems that we wouldn't be missing much :) I would love to just pay lower taxes AND have a warmer climate. Thank you for sharing, it came at a perfect time.

Jun 16, 2009 02:33 PM

Nevin Williams

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation - Cary, NC

Senior Mortgage Advisor

I couldn't agree more. Moving here was one of the best decisions I have ever made.

Jun 16, 2009 04:33 PM

TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.

Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN

Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

Craig, I almost moved to that area many moons ago but settled on Nashville instead. You are right about Raleigh being a cool town...

Your building consultant for life in Nashville, TN

Jun 16, 2009 10:24 PM

Leesa Finley

RED Properties - Wake Forest, NC

RED Properties - Raleigh NC Real Estate

Thanks, Craig, for the fantastic post about our area! Of course, we already KNEW what a great area it is! Sheldon is way too funny - URBAN COOL! You have competition for funny, Craig! :)

Jun 16, 2009 11:07 PM

Caren Wallace

Premier Property Group LLC - Tualatin, OR

Portland Caren Real Estate

Craig, don't make me come down there young man! You certainly give first hand reasons why everyone should thnk about a move to the beautiful Raleigh area!

Jun 16, 2009 11:11 PM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Craig..great post! I didn't know you were a new yorker? Have you tried Arturos Pizza? YUMMY!

Jun 17, 2009 01:45 AM

Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!

Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT

St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Craig, And I thought you were a North Carolina native the way you joyously describe it in your blogs! If you ever do miss NY, you can always visit!

Jun 17, 2009 05:05 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Betina - What is this little thing called NASA that you refer to?!!!

Terrie - Well bring your buckets and get out here my friend. I'll leave a light on for you!

Andrea - Well if you do make it this way, the first round of frosty beverages is on me!

Richard - Wilmington and it's beaches are indeed beautiful too. But the Triangle rocks!

Toula - It's not too late for you either Toula! Come on down!

Jun 18, 2009 07:28 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Carol - Not bad huh? When I came across that article, the first thing that popped into my head was........BLOG!!!

Linda - Rachael Ray's got nothing on us when it comes to finding cheap eats!

Sheldon - Don't you just love that line? "....Southern charm and urban cool..... It's the only line from the article I felt NEEDED to be shown again....Great article, but an even greater line.

Jim - You stopped here in 2006 and didn't look me up? OK, I'll forgive you this one time. But next time you'd better call when you're in town.

Mary - We need even more people like you here. Come on down!

Jun 18, 2009 07:34 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Carole - Call me anytime and I'll get you and your daughter all set up for a tour of the area. We need the Queen of Feng Shui to bring her talents down to the Raleigh area.

Nevin - Ditto my friend!

Michael - Raleigh is definitelt a cool town. And its surrounding areas are great as well.

Leesa - I'll put my sillies up against Sheldon's any day! I welcome the competition! Although I will admit, he's got some good lines!

Caren - Do I have to spell it out to you my friend? Just get down here already! I've been waiting for you!

Jun 18, 2009 07:52 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Kristin - I'm a Rays Original Famous pizza guy! Greenwich Village and the world's best!

Wanda - I do love NYC and I visit there often. But NC is my home now and I love being here.

Jun 18, 2009 07:54 AM

Debi Boucher

Real Estate Showcase Photography - Woodland Park, CO

"Realtor Showcase" - Real Estate Photography/Virtual Tours

Hi Craig! I don't know.... Due's Pizza in Chicago is awfully good.... But then, I've never had Ray's, so.....maybe.

Debi

Jun 18, 2009 09:42 AM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Debi - Well, I think you just need to come visit NYC and try some of Ray's Original Famous Pizza!

Jun 22, 2009 12:09 AM

Debe Maxwell, CRS

Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC

The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Hi Craig! Were your ears burning today? I gave your name to someone to call you. You'll see!

This is an AWESOME post and I can't believe I missed it. Great photo too!

Jun 22, 2009 03:35 PM

Craig Rutman

Helping people in transition - Cary, NC

Raleigh, Cary, Apex area Realtor

Debe - Thank you! My ears are always burning....But, alas, it's not because people are talking about me. I just have this medical condition...No! No! No! just kidding!!! Thank you for recommending me to one of your people. I anxiously await their call and will do everything within my being to insure that you and your client will be proud you/ they decided to work with me. Thank you again!

Jun 23, 2009 12:16 AM