Holiday pop up bars are the newest trend sweeping the nation, transforming themselves into winter wonderlands throughout the country, including the South. Companies like Miracle are known for their over-the-top style. All have a similar menu but the decorations vary slightly. Christmas sweaters The majority of the bars do not accept reservations, so you'll have to go … [Read more...] about 54+ Christmas Pop Up Bars to Visit This Holiday Season
North Carolina
North Carolina’s Most Charming Mountain Towns (That Aren’t Highlands)
The mountains of North Carolina are dotted with quaint towns but it seems that Highlands gets much of the acclaim. But it's far from the only one. Between the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge Mountains, visitors will find charming downtowns with local shops and restaurants as well as cozy inns and cabins. Our favorite North Carolina mountain towns have plenty of things … [Read more...] about North Carolina’s Most Charming Mountain Towns (That Aren’t Highlands)
A Guide to the Yadkin Valley: North Carolina’s Wine Country
The United States has a number of wine regions, but few are within the Southern United States. North Carolina is one of the handful with a designated American Viticultural Area, earning its title in 2003. The Yadkin Valley is made up of eight counties in the northwestern area of the state. It's a short drive from Winston-Salem and includes towns like Yadkinville, Mt. Airy, and … [Read more...] about A Guide to the Yadkin Valley: North Carolina’s Wine Country
Where to Stay in Asheville
After writing guides for countless publications about Asheville, including the best places to stay around the city, it became time for our own guide to accommodations. There is a large diversity in the types and prices of properties spanning every loyalty program. We’ve denoted which ones are our picks and which ones come highly recommended on travel websites so that … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in Asheville
10 Things to Do in the Off-Season Experiences in Beech Mountain
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 Experiences in Beech Mountain
