Raleigh Life

an overview of a city

Unlock the secrets of living like a true Raleighite with our guides and content on living in Raleigh.

From navigating the eclectic neighborhoods to settling into your new home sweet home, we'll share in insider tips and local wisdom to help you love where you live.

Our content will showcase Raleigh's dynamic culture, sharing our favorite haunts, hidden gems, and must-try experiences. Oh and we'll often share the other municiaplities in Wake County that border Raleigh. Beause firstly, why not? and Secondly, you'll soon discover that people in Wake County, for the most part, feels like we're part of one big happy family. We're so close to each other it makes sense.

Our podcast will dive deeper into what makes Raleigh a great place to live with our own personal stories and insights as well as interviews with local business owners, thought leaders, and interesting people!

Whether you're seeking the perfect neighborhood vibe, planning a seamless move, or simply looking to live life like a local, our tips and insights are here to guide you every step of the way.

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Boylan Heights Neighborhood

A guide to the Boylan Heights historic neighborhood! Where to eat, drink and stay. 

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ALL RALEIGH Life ARTICLES

Browse all our articles on life in Raleigh and discover a few surprises.  

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14 Best Coffee Shops in Downtown Raleigh (The Locals Love)

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Discover the Best of Downtown Wake Forest – From Local Eats to Charming Boutiques, Breweries & Events!

A short 35-minute drive north from downtown Raleigh brings you to the charming town of […]

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14+ Exciting Direct Flights from Raleigh (from RDU to anywhere)

As a Raleigh resident and world traveler with 50+ countries and 35 states under my […]

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North Hills Gift Guide – 18 Places to Shop This Holiday Season!

Not sure what to buy your loved one’s this holiday season? I know shopping for […]

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Cloer Family Vineyards: A Hidden Wine Tasting Gem in Apex, NC

Did you know there is a winery near Raleigh in Apex? Like a legit vineyard […]

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5 Top Neighborhoods in Wake Forest, North Carolina

If you’re interested in moving to Wake Forest, in the below post we are sharing […]

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Discover the Benefits of a Salt Facial at Blue Water Spa (radiant + refreshed skin)

Growing up in Australia, we had the luxury of having the beach and salt water […]

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Fall Season Fun in North Hills (events, seasonal menus, shopping)

With 130+ local shops, fun outdoor concerts, excellent restaurants, bars, a farmers’ market and boutique […]

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Guide to Moore Square: One of Downtown Raleigh’s 6 Districts

One of the many reasons we love living in Raleigh is the abundance of green […]

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Step Back in Time on a Historic Mordecai House tour in Raleigh

As we learned on our recent walking tour of Dorothea Dix Park, it’s important to […]

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14 Apex Restaurants The Locals Love!

Apex has lots of popular locally owned restaurants, cafes, and breweries around town. And if […]

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Home Update: New Lights & Fans from Butler Lighting

We finally got to realize our dream of being homeowners in the Raleigh area in […]

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