It’s fall in the South, which means a few things. The humidity has started to lessen and the temperatures started to lower. The students are back in school. And college football season is upon is. No matter what team you root for, the region has so many great college towns with plenty to offer beyond the campus. Durham is one such, home to Duke University. A part of the greater … [Read more...] about Gameday Guide to Durham, North Carolina
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Southern Stays: Unscripted Durham
Originally the defunct Jack Tar Hotel, Unscripted Durham is the first of a brand from Dream Hotels, a boutique chain with locations in New York City and beyond. Taking its inspiration from the midcentury style of the building, its historic nature allowed them to retain details like original tiles and the exterior design. It opened in July 2017 in the heart of Durham, North … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Unscripted Durham
Southern Stays: The Swag
Originally a family's private mountaintop getaway built in 1969, The Swag welcomed visitors for the 1982 World's Fair in Knoxville, which inspired them to become a luxury retreat. Set along the Cataloochee Divide in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, it now has a loyal group of annual guests that return season after season, from April to November. A couple who honeymooned … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Swag
Weekend Guide to Bryson City and Cherokee
While most think of Tennessee when it comes to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, there is a portion in North Carolina as well. The border between the states is dotted with scenic towns that make for an ideal weekend getaway. Bryson City has its roots in the railroad, which still influences it today, while Cherokee is a Native American reservation that is the ancestral … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Bryson City and Cherokee
Southern Stays: Smoky Mountain Hostel
While hostels aren't necessarily common in the South, there are a handful that appeal to travelers on a budget. Smoky Mountain Hostel in Bryson City is one such that is ideal for those looking to explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and its neighboring towns. The owners also have hostels in Asheville and Wilmington, so it's easy to hit up all three in a visit to … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Smoky Mountain Hostel
