Visiting Asheville's Biltmore Estate is one of North Carolina's top attractions, bringing in 1 million tourists annually. Featured in movies such as Richie Rich, Forrest Gump, and The Last of the Mohicans, the property is a truly stunning reminder of America's Gilded Age. Touring the Biltmore Estate The 250-room Gothic-inspired estate was built in 1889 by George … [Read more...] about Visiting Asheville’s Biltmore Estate
Small Town Saturday: Boone, NC
This one comes to you from outside of the university town of Boone, North Carolina. I stopped my car on the side of the road when I saw these beautiful old barns with quilt designs on them. The area is known for ski resorts in the wintertime, Appalachian State University and the occasional moonshiner. … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Boone, NC
Visiting Plantations in Charleston, South Carolina
Whether or not you agree with visiting a plantation, you can't ignore the fact that they are a part of history. These wealthy families had slaves and grew cotton, tobacco, and other agricultural products. Visiting a plantation while in Charleston is a way of understanding how the South functioned prior to the Civil War. I've developed this guide to Charleston plantations so … [Read more...] about Visiting Plantations in Charleston, South Carolina
Southern Stays: Sweet Peas Hostel Asheville
Asheville, North Carolina is known for its bohemian nature, but for those of us who find ourselves somewhere between camping and luxury must settle for budget accommodations. Luckily, Sweet Peas Hostel filled this void with their downtown location. Asheville's Best Hostel Sweet Peas Hostel is easily one of the cleanest hostels I've ever stayed in. Linens and towels are … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Sweet Peas Hostel Asheville
Film Friday: Trouble With the Curve
Trouble with the Curve stars Eastwood as Gus, an aging baseball scout whose team thinks he should step down. Gus' friend Pete suggests that his estranged daughter Mickey, played by Amy Adams, come out on the road with him to help out. From there they mend their relationship as they meet Johnny, an up-and-coming scout played by Justin Timberlake. Filmed In: Athens, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Trouble With the Curve