Start with the simple joys – gentle trails, sweet treats and wide-open spaces. Cruise the Blue Ridge Parkway: Even the youngest explorers will enjoy the scenic drive along one of America’s most beautiful roads. Pull off at overlooks for short walks and unforgettable mountain views. Oconaluftee…
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Our towns stay much cooler in the summer and are scenically nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. During the day, take advantage of our many natural swimming holes or lakes for a refreshing dip. In the evenings, temperatures can drop into the low 60’s, providing plenty of mosquito-free nights. In…
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Summertime is here and temperatures of southern cities are exceeding 90-plus degrees. Find refuge from the sweltering hot days and crowds with a trip to the mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva, (about an hour west of Asheville). Our towns stay much cooler in the summer and are…
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We’re all looking forward to a relaxing getaway, and there’s no better place than the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina. Out here, enjoy things at your own pace - we’re on ‘eastern mountain time’. The days are getting longer allowing for plenty of activities before the sun sets. Our…
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This year has shown many of us what is truly important in life. We’ve had to push the pause button on many plans and to look inward to find contentment in the little things. As we approach the holidays, many traditions that we’ve shared with our loved ones may be different. Warm hugs from the…
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Y’all, it’s hot outside! Summer is a delightful time of the year and although the temperatures may be peaking, there is a place not too far away where you can escape and beat the heat of summer. The North Carolina Mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro and Sylva not only offer a wide array…
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Why not encourage family bonding in a new kind of way, with a mountain escape filled with easy-to-access waterfalls, fishing, outdoor concerts and locally-sourced dining, and a family-sized cabin to act as home base? From Cashiers to Sylva, Jackson County in Western North Carolina is a great place…
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Families looking to rekindle an old holiday tradition can visit Jackson County, NC. where the experience of selecting your own real tree from one of several tree farms in the area, replacing the artificial tree from the store. Due to the location, range of elevations, excellent soil and rainfall…
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The annual Mountain Heritage Day beckons guests to embrace Appalachian tradition and dive into the thriving legacy of North Carolina’s mountain culture on September 24. The festival, held in Cullowhee, N.C. at Western Carolina University, invites you with open arms to this authentic experience…
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It is hard to keep your cool as temperatures everywhere suddenly spike into triple digits. The heat in the air is palpable and every outdoor task appears increasingly daunting. Luckily, in the mountain haven of Cashiers, N.C., the crisp mountain breeze makes it easy to remain cool. At an elevation…
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