4 North Carolina Resorts Make World’s Best List

'Tis the season for travel. And, Travel+Leisure recently announced their World's Best Resorts list. Exciting news, 4 North Carolina resorts received nods from voters. So, which ones and why? And, how did the publication put the list together? World's Best Resorts North Carolina Travel+Leisure asked readers to cast votes sharing opinions on the top hotels and resorts among other categories. And, over 186,000 readers weighed in with a total of more than 700,000 votes. So, although not number 1, the Tar Heel State did appear 4 times. And, coming in at number 7 on the World's Best Resorts list was none other than Old Edwards Inn & Spa in Highlands, North Carolina. The reader score in the survey was 92.00. It's tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains and racked up tons of great reviews. Voters remarked among other things they loved about Old Edwards Inn & Spa, that the convenient proximity to dining and shopping added to the stay. They also commented on the "huge" rooms and the charm of the resort. Next up, The Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. Of course, you can't have a list of World's Best Resorts North Carolina without something pertaining to the Biltmore Estate. The Inn came in at number 11 on the list with a score of 88.63. The Inn on Biltmore Estate's website boasts of "gracious hospitality, elegant four-star dining, and the level of service for which the Vanderbilts were renowned." The spot is recognized by Forbe's as a Four Star hotel for 23 years running. We move on to number 13 on the list of World's Best Resorts. Cashiers, North Carolina is the location for High Hampton with a score of 88.00. Located in North Carolina's High Country, visitors can enjoy 1400 acres of views, golf, tennis and pickleball. The spot combines modern luxuries with family traditions. And finally, we arrive at Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, North Carolina sitting at number 14 on the list. It comes in with a score of 87.60. Pinehurst Resort is where "golf's history meets Southern Soul." Guests, including myself, love the amazing spa. Plus, the Carolina Hotel is known and adored for many reasons, including their fantastic breakfasts and their famous display of gingerbread houses during Christmas. So, take a look at the full list to find more great options from the World's Best Resorts survey.