When we need a weekend getaway, the mountains of North Carolina are always calling our name. Of course, that will be a little more difficult now that we’ve moved to Denver! There are so many cute mountain towns that it’s often difficult to choose which one to visit. If you’re…Continue reading How to Spend a Weekend in Marion, North Carolina
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Best Things to Do In Asheville (and Nearby) for First-Timers
Over the past few years, we’ve really come to love the North Carolina mountains. It’s a doable drive from Florida, and always makes for a relaxing few days away. Asheville and the surrounding small towns have a lot to offer whether you are a foodie, enjoy the outdoors, or prefer…Continue reading Best Things to Do In Asheville (and Nearby) for First-Timers
Weekend Getaways in the Southeastern U.S.
Weekend getaways are some of our favorite trips: you avoid using significant vacation time, you’ll spend less than a longer trip, and you still get to see a new place! If you live in the Southeastern U.S. like us (we’re in Jacksonville, FL), you may want to consider one of…Continue reading Weekend Getaways in the Southeastern U.S.
Driving the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
A few years ago, WC and I knew almost nothing about the Blue Ridge Parkway and Mountains. But when we saw a week’s stay in a Waynesville, North Carolina cabin at a silent auction, we decided, why not? We invited my parents and grandparents and made it a family affair for a week…Continue reading Driving the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina
