Charlotte Surges as NC Tourism Slows

North Carolina’s tourism is slipping this summer, falling out of the top five states as Hurricane Helene hit the Outer Banks and mountains, while nationwide travel dips due to economic hesitancy — yet Charlotte’s booming with visitors, hotels packed, and creative Airbnbs turning profits, proving short trips and local charm still draw crowds — all while battling the smallest marketing budget in the South. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/eff6ef04214c7db8