Many are drawn to Boone, NC, for winter fun and a mix of ski resorts in the area, as well as for its fun college-town atmosphere, as its home to Appalachian State University. Explore hiking trails, overlooks, scenic drives, picnic spots, and more…
Downtown Blowing Rock is about as charming as you would imagine a small mountain town could be! Main Street offers plenty to do, including restaurants, galleries, gift shops with local pottery, and other shops with crafted art from local artisans…
Tweetsie Railroad is a Wild West family theme park that has been the High Country's premier family fun theme park for over 70 years! Dubbed North Carolina's first theme park, Tweetsie Railroad features a three-mile, steam-powered train ride…
This state park has a wide beach with a nice pavilion with changing rooms, open for swimming May-September. Also, enjoy hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and more in the Paddy's Creek area.
Hike Point Lookout Trail, mountain bike Kitsuma Peak, experience the Andrews Geyser, and fish the four mountain trout streams in Old Fort, NC.
Located at the foot of the Black Mountains, this quaint village just off I-40 is home to the Mountain Gateway Museum, Catawba Falls, Andrews Geyser, Point Lookout Greenway, towering Arrowhead, and the Gold Festival.
See antique and classic boats along with classic cars and a 1917 Lake Lure Speedwagon at this lakeside show; free admission. Enjoy food, beer, and wine on the beach. The event kicks off with a boat parade on Friday at 3 PM.
NOC has been offering whitewater rafting for over 50 years! Enjoy family-friendly paddles on both the French Broad River outside of Asheville and on the Nantahala River campus outside of Bryson City with ziplining, lake paddling, restaurants,…
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Shop from more than 100 regional artisans at this folk and heritage craft show! The show has everything from quilters to soap makers, basket makers, leather craftsmen, master jewelers, and more. Since 1987, this event has grown yearly and is now…
Enjoy the best of North Carolina's landscape along the French Broad River while only being 10 minutes away from bustling downtown Asheville at Asheville River Cabins. With expansive grounds and expertly laid out accommodations, you can walk, walk…
Enjoy the best of North Carolina's landscape along the French Broad River while only being 10 minutes away from bustling downtown Asheville at Asheville River Cabins. With expansive grounds and expertly laid out accommodations, you can walk, walk…
Summer, a WNC native, can help you plan your getaway to Hendersonville, Asheville, Brevard, and surrounding areas. She crafts personalized itineraries that will save you time, help you discover local gems, and allow you to be more present for…
Summer, a WNC native, can help you plan your bachelorette weekend in Western North Carolina. She crafts custom group itineraries that will save you time, help you discover local gems, and allow you to make the most of your weekend away. You won’t…
Summer, a WNC native, can help you plan your family reunion or family vacation in Western North Carolina. She crafts custom group itineraries that will save you time, help you discover local gems, and allow you to make the most of your weekend…
Located in the heart of Downtown Asheville along Patton Avenue, this 60-room, all-suite hotel is inspired by the free-spirited culture of our community. Enjoy a curated experience from the moment you arrive with an Assouline Library, four…
Plan a four-night stay with Carolina Mornings for the price of three nights. To redeem, guests must book their stay over the phone with one of their Vacation Planners at (855) 398-0712. Promotion is for new bookings only, cannot be applied to…
Fletcher Park Inn is a retirement community that offers a variety of independent lifestyle options, including apartments and villa homes. Fletcher Park Inn is owned and operated by Fletcher Academy, Inc. and is located on a 450-acre campus. Our…