‘The Road to North Carolina’
After a time of uncertainty in his life, Luke Gloeckner was looking for a new place to call home. Thanks to a cross-country road trip, he found a new playground in NC with its inspiring people, places and possibilities.
Spots To Explore
Fuel up on the energy of Winston-Salem with these stops throughout the city.
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Visit North Carolina is proud to showcase the work of filmmaker Luke Gloeckner, who found a new beginning in NC thanks to its beauty, people and possibilities. This film was produced as part of Visit NC's Firsts that Last Film Series.