Fall into These Autumn Discounts on Fun
Enjoy the changing leaves at Chimney Rock and more with Duke employee discounts
Despite visiting the Biltmore Estate dozens of times, the dramatic sight of America’s largest privately-owned home still takes Shannon Moran’s breath away.
“Biltmore never loses its wow factor,” said Moran, a Duke population health resource associate. “You always discover something new.”
On Moran’s trip to Biltmore two years ago, she and husband, E.J., spent the afternoon at the Biltmore Winery before taking a candlelight tour of the home for the first time. The tours, offered from Nov. 1 to Jan. 4, allow guests to see the house illuminated by the flicker of candles, fires and other twinkling lights while listening to holiday music.
Duke staff and faculty get $10 off each ticket to Biltmore. No advance purchase is needed but advance tickets will expedite entry.
Check out other ways to save money on fall adventures.
Seek thrills and savings
Scream your heart out when you save on a visit to Carowinds this fall.
Visit Carowinds for $27 per person on select Sundays in November and $36 per person on select Fridays and Saturdays in November. Regular tickets to the Charlotte amusement park start at $45.
The Duke discount includes free parking, which saves an additional $16-$20. Purchase tickets here and click on “Carowinds.” Select the “November Park N Play” option for tickets.
See North Carolina from above
Get an expansive view of North Carolina's beauty at Chimney Rock State Park.
Chimney Rock, a 315-foot granite rock formation, provides a panorama of the countryside and mountains. The park, located about 25 miles southeast of Asheville, features hiking trails for all skill levels, the 404-foot tall Hickory Nut Falls and the kid-friendly Animal Discovery Den, where educators teach guests about park inhabitants.
Duke employees get $2 off tickets for adults (age 16+) and $1 tickets for children for 15 and under. Regular tickets are $17 for adults and $8 for children.
A discount coupon must be presented to receive the discount. Get it by clicking on this link and selecting “Chimney Rock Park.” Your NetID and password must be entered to access the coupon.
Hit the links
Enjoy the crisp fall weather and save on tee time at Durham's Hillandale Golf Course.
Duke staff and faculty get 10 percent off every round at Hillandale Golf Course this year. The discount saves $1 to $4 for a round of nine or 18 holes. The golf course is open all year, weather permitting.
The course, about one and a half miles from Duke, is a par 71 and stretches across 6,339 yards of Bermuda grass.
You must show your Duke ID to receive the discount. Learn more here.
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