Travel

Boone, North Carolina

Becky Rogers — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 23:15:38 +0000

Winter Wonderland of the Appalachians

Once a frontier town, Boone, North Carolina, has become a small-town paradise in the Appalachian mountains of western North Carolina. It has the sights, sounds and culture to delight you, and it exhibits plenty of charm. You can visit Boone any time of year, but come winter, it’s full of holiday spirit and offers plenty of outdoor activities.

Clemson, South Carolina

Ray Access — Fri, 16 Oct 2015 17:38:51 +0000

The city is more than the stage for Clemson Tigers games.

Bordering Georgia’s Chattahoochee National Forest, Clemson, South Carolina, sits between Georgia, Tennessee and North Carolina. It’s truly a hub of the Southern Appalachian region. The city’s beauty, history, sports, and friendly character have charmed visitors for over a century. But be warned: some of those visitors never returned home.

See, Share, Savor, Shop and Stay

Ray Access — Mon, 21 Sep 2015 20:11:22 +0000

Simply Appalachian magazine celebrates “all things Appalachian” — which includes places to visit — throughout the southern Appalachian Mountains. Here is another in the series of destinations to see, share, savor, shop and stay.

Luray, Virginia

Cherokee, NC: See, Share, Savor Shop and Stay

Ray Access — Fri, 11 Sep 2015 21:04:15 +0000

See, Share, Savor, Shop and Stay

Simply Appalachian is an online magazine that touts itself as “celebrating all things Appalachian.” So within its virtual pages, you can learn about places to visit throughout a seven state region of the southern Appalachian Mountains. Some cities and towns — as well as state parks, national forests and historical destinations — go out of their way to attract tourists. Such is the subject of this month’s See, Share, Savor, Shop and Stay location.

See, Share, Savor, Shop and Stay

Ray Access — Sat, 25 Jul 2015 09:10:53 +0000

Lewisburg, West Virginia, is an unassuming little town stuck in time in the Greenbrier Valley of the Allegheny Mountains. Founded in 1782 by General Andrew Lewis (who fought in the Revolutionary War), Lewisburg today has been named one of the “coolest small towns in America.” Its charm lies in its obvious history and the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. You can expect to enjoy both when you visit.

Dahlonega, Georgia

Ray Access — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 05:30:00 +0000

Dahlonega, one of the first mining towns in the area, got its name from the Cherokee word tahlonega, meaning yellow or golden. And so it became Georgia’s own City of Gold. To this day, the town thrives on its past connection to the gold rush, as well as on the many natural wonders that surround the town. Hikers know Dahlonega as the closest hub to the end (or beginning) of the Appalachian Trail, which runs 2,180 miles north from Springer Mountain, about eight miles away.

See, Share, Savor, Shop and Stay: Dollywood & Pigeon Forge

Ray Access — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 18:00:00 +0000

Welcome to another in a Simply Appalachian series designed to help you plan a complete family trip. Each month, we choose an Appalachian destination ideal for family fun. We’ll feature the things to see, share and savor, as well as the nearby places to shop and stay with your family. We hope our guidance will help you find new, exciting and perhaps out-of-the-way places to try. Happy Trails!

Dollywood and Pigeon Forge

See, Share, Savor, Shop and Stay: Virginia Creeper Trail

Ray Access — Fri, 01 May 2015 17:56:21 +0000

See, Share, Savor, Shop and Stay

Welcome to a new series at Simply Appalachian. Each month, we’ll choose a destination ideal for family fun. We hope that the guidance you find within each piece will help you plan an entire trip. Each month, we’ll feature a spot to see, share, savor, shop and stay with your family. Happy Trails!

Virginia Creeper Trail

The Greenbrier®, America’s Resort

Ray Access — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 19:54:24 +0000

An unforgettable stay at a premier destination When asked about “America’s Resort,” you may picture a luxurious, colonnaded resort with beautifully manicured grounds, a world-renowned spa, on-grounds entertainment, multiple golf courses, exceptional dining and a centuries-old history of serving travelers. However, you may not think that place would be in West Virginia.

Tennessee's 2015 Shamrock City Festival

Becky Rogers — Sat, 28 Feb 2015 17:04:57 +0000

The Irish were among the first settlers of Central Appalachia; celebrate their culture! Rock City — just outside Chattanooga, Tennessee — is a fun place to visit any time of the year. It features natural rock formations, gardens, a waterfall, animal shows, exhibits, and panoramic views from on top of Lookout Mountain.

Romantic Getaway in Hot Springs, NC

Ray Access — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 18:31:06 +0000

Take your partner to the healing waters

Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds

Ray Access — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 23:00:53 +0000

An Exceptional Stay in a Vibrant Appalachian City!

Southern Elegance and Natural Healing

Ray Access — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 21:27:02 +0000

The Omni Homestead Inn in Hot Springs, Virginia, has received plenty of accolades. From Conde Nast and USA Today to Forbes, Golf Week and Travel + Leisure, the Appalachian resort is noted as one of the best places to stay, work and vacation in the region. A quick tour of the place illustrates why.

10 Reasons to Visit a Local Farmers Market This Fall

Becky Rogers — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 21:12:33 +0000

The Central Appalachian Mountain region is rich in farmland. Despite the terrain and the weather, farms and ranches throughout the ten-state region produce fruit, vegetables, breads, dairy and meat year round. Most of the enterprises are small, family-run operations — sometimes, their land has been in the same family for generations. Some may even be organic.

Fall at Biltmore

Becky Rogers — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 21:07:46 +0000

Visiting the Blue Ridge Mountains of WNC isn’t complete without a visit to the beautiful - Biltmore Estate and what better way to enjoy Fall than experiencing this remarkable house. The temperatures are cooling but the blaze of color is just getting heated up. You still have time to take advantage of the many activities to do while on the estate.