1. You Can Check If You’re Compatible With A Hottie From Raleigh By Asking Just One Easy Question: Tar Heels, Blue Devils, or Wolfpack?
UNC, Duke, and NC State fans are all rivals who live in relatively close proximity, making the rivalry FUN (but SERIOUS). One of the best parts of living in this area is getting to be around such passionate sports fans.
If you guys agree on a team, you’re definitely a match. But, you know what they say: opposites attract. Maybe there CAN be some love between the teams...
2. People From Raleigh Are Always The Life Of The Party
In Raleigh, life is a party. It’s a college town, so there are ton of vibrant, young people who love to have a good time. It’s also been voted among the best cities for bars and pubs.
Your date from Raleigh will know how to party, where to party and how to make sure you’re having a good time.
3. It’s Always Smart To Date Someone With A Sharp Mind
If you’re dating someone in Raleigh, chances are high that you’ll be dating a genius.
Because of all of the great schools nearby, the college atmosphere definitely makes for an intellectually stimulating town. And, therefore, sparkling conversations and fascinating dates!
4. Your Raleigh Romance Will Have Plenty Of Beautiful Backdrops
Raleigh is filled with the most romantic date spots around. Your partner might treat you to an adorable carousel ride at Pullen Park or an invigorating hike at Umstead State Park.
Or, if you’re really lucky, your boo will take you to Winter Garden at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum at NC State. It is breathtaking. Truly no better way to spend your Valentine’s Day!
5. Raleighites Know How To Spice Things Up…
Folks here like things spicy! They’re known for their awesome hot sauces like Texas Pete Hot Sauce, which, despite its name, is actually from North Carolina.
Like we said earlier, there are NO dull moments in Raleigh...only spicy ones.
6. … And They’ll Know How To Cheer You Up Too
Cheerwine is a delicious North Carolina soda that’ll always lift your spirit. And once you’re dating someone in Raleigh, you’ll get plenty good times chased with Cheerwine. Oh, how sweet it is.
7. People From Raleigh Are Raised To Be Respectful
Folks in Raleigh are no strangers to Southern hospitality. They are super respectful of relationships and their partners because they were raised to mind their p’s and q’s and their “Yes ma’ams” and “Yes sirs”. So y’all better get ready for some R-E-S-P-E-C-T.
8. …So Your Raleigh Sweetheart Will Spoil You With The Best Southern Comfort Food You’ve Ever Tasted
BBQ, mac and cheese, biscuits...basically anything that makes you feel warm and cozy inside will be yours when you date someone from Raleigh.
Barbeque from Clyde Cooper’s? Check. An upscale sit-down at Second Empire? You got it. And, hey, you’re worth the drive to Chapel Hill to get some shrimp and grits at Crook’s Corner.
9. A Raleighite Will Always Set The Mood With Good Music
Raleigh is known for its incredible music scene. Spend one night dancing at the Pour House with the person you love and you’ll believe me. Or maybe someone big is playing at the Red Hat Amphitheater?
There are also some incredible music festivals in the area, like Hopscotch Music Festival. You two will find your soundtrack in no time.
10. How About Some Breakfast In Bed?
Close your eyes and imagine that you’ve just woken up. Now imagine someone you love has brought you a sausage and egg biscuit from Bojangles. You’re going to want to put a ring on it in no time (the person… not the biscuit).
11. There’s NOTHING Like A Raleigh Connection
Raleigh more often than not tops the list of best places for broadband and Wi-Fi access. That means you can talk to a loved one in Raleigh around the clock.
Whether you guys are doing the long-distance thing or you’re just apart for a couple of hours, you and your Raleigh sweetheart can email, text, Facebook, tweet or Snapchat. Heck, you can even call each other if you want to be retro about it.
12. People From Raleigh Are Always Thinking Of The Future
Everyone in Raleigh is all about family and family values. Plus, there are few cities better for raising children. Great schools, great parks, one of the coolest state fairs and the Marbles Kids’ Museum, Raleigh is fun for people of all ages.
Did we miss anything? Tell us the best thing about dating someone from Raleigh in the comments below! 
