There are only a handful of places to go skiing in the South, and the majority are located in North Carolina. Located at around 5,000 feet in altitude, Beech Mountain is one of the most popular, located less than an hour from Boone and around two hours from Asheville. But the ski resort area has plenty to offer year-round, not just when white powder coats the ground. 1. … [Read more...] about 10 Things to Do in the Off-Season in Beech Mountain
The Ultimate Stranger Things Guide to Georgia
The Netflix series Stranger Things became a quick hit for its cast of young stars alongside well-known actors like David Harbor and Winona Ryder, as well as the 1980s references. A mysterious young woman shows up in town and meets a group of friends who soon protect her. But the "bad men" chasing her are just the start of their troubles. Fans of the show can visit the … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Stranger Things Guide to Georgia
Weekend Guide to Southwest Virginia
The area that makes up Southwest Virginia includes over 20 counties and destinations like Bristol, Abingdon, Big Stone Gap, Galax, Blacksburg, Roanoke, Radford, and many other smaller communities. The region was first settled before the Civil War by immigrants of English, German, and Scots-Irish origin. It shares more in common with its Appalachian neighbors like Kentucky … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Southwest Virginia
Southern Stays: The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Built in 1928, the Art Deco R.J. Reynolds Building served as the tobacco company's headquarters until 2009. It was once the tallest building south of Baltimore and served as the inspiration for the design of the Empire State Building in New York City. In 2016, the property was opened as the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel in downtown Winston-Salem. Rooms at the Kimpton Cardinal … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Small Town Saturday: Clarksville, TN
While not a small town, as Tennessee's fifth-largest city, Clarksville retains a small-town atmosphere. Founded in 1785, the town was named for General George Rogers Clark, a Revolutionary War hero and brother of William Clark of "Lewis and Clark" fame. In 1838, it became a part of tragic history when it was the site of a stop along the Trail of Tears. It was a strategic … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Clarksville, TN