tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55357734370323166382008-07-25T19:17:34.214-07:00Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comBlogger68125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-36883733615016924672008-07-24T09:43:00.000-07:002008-07-24T10:00:32.886-07:00

This weekend, Ashevillians and visitors will descend upon downtown Asheville for Bele Chere, the Southeast’s largest, free outdoor street festival. Six stages throughout the city showcase musical acts including Travis Tritt, The Wailers, Cowboy Mouth, and Ryan Montbleau Band as well as local favorites stephaniesid and Ménage. Choose from more than 75 hours of live entertainment. What’s a summer

Beth Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10598338497148500522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-17382914120320302472008-07-21T07:42:00.001-07:002008-07-21T07:43:16.700-07:00

Gas prices are up, and the economy isn't exactly at its best. We get it, and we want to help. You shouldn't be deprived of your opportunity to escape the daily stress with a cool mountain getaway to Asheville. We are here to provide insider tips on how to get the most value from your vacation in Asheville. We're sharing some of the locals' fave free things to do. We'll keep you posted

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Families from across the country flock to western North Carolina during the summer months to drop children off at area summer camps humming with activities. Mountain biking, anyone? How about crafts, canoeing and sing-alongs? But summer camp doesn’t have to be just for the 18-and-under set. With the kids at summer camp for a week or two, why not stick around and create your own version of camp –

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Summer festivals in the Asheville area include the Southeast's largest free street festival, live music festivals, arts festivals and a festival devoted to Native American heritage. Find out what's happening: Summer Festivals

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-4806878844187515182008-04-15T06:11:00.000-07:002008-04-15T11:49:36.272-07:00

Locals have always known what a treasure we have here in Asheville when it comes to live music. The variety of live music available in intimate settings is enough to satiate any passionate music lover. Be it bluegrass, blues, jazz, mountain music, reggae, traditional rock 'n' roll, Asheville's got it all. No Britney Spears here, y'all. Just good ol' fashioned good-time, genuine artists. Now,

Jeff Gregorynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-78365482656265317752008-04-07T12:13:00.000-07:002008-04-07T13:14:25.498-07:00

You know, when I think about Asheville, my mind conjures up images of mountains, flowers, colors, breathtaking vistas, hiking, biking, rafting, and, of course, llamas. OK. I lied. Llamas???? What the heck to do llamas have to do Asheville? Well, directly, not much. But, if you're looking for a really cool, backpack-free way to explore the Smoky Mountains near Asheville, you ought to consider

Jeff Gregorynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-53213465881028365112008-04-02T11:51:00.000-07:002008-04-02T13:28:49.235-07:00

Witnessing the variety of natural beauty around Asheville doesn't have to take you multiple days of hiking through the wilderness. That is, if you're willing to catch of glimpse of Asheville's flora in miniature. The North Carolina Arboreteum has created an amazing bonsai collection of plants native to the southern Appalachian region. In addition to a Mt. Mitchell bonsai (pictured right),

Jeff Gregorynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-60602642226843459682008-03-31T07:51:00.000-07:002008-03-31T08:07:15.161-07:00

Ideally, being in Asheville is the number one way to refresh your soul with a relaxing week of poetic sights, nature outings, world-class accomodations and enriching Asheville-style food. But, you don't necessarily have to be in Asheville to savor some of the flavor anymore. A number of Asheville-area chefs generously contributed some of their favorite recipes to our Foodtopia site. If you

Jeff Gregorynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-26677882436084895442008-03-28T08:46:00.000-07:002008-03-31T08:07:47.795-07:00

Looking for a cool, 21st century way to explore the sights and sounds of Asheville? Want to enjoy the outdoors close to the action or natural surroundings, but not have to exert too much energy?Look no further than these establishments that offer Segway tours of various attractions of Asheville. The trips range from 2 to 3 hours of outdoor touring excitement.Biltmore Outdoor Center offers 2-1/2

Jeff Gregorynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-50190518947977897482008-03-27T13:09:00.000-07:002008-03-27T13:13:33.672-07:00

How could I have forgotten to mention the glory that is the Bradford Pear tree. These trees blossom with radiant white flowers in the spring. You can spot their refreshing sight everywhere these days. Here's a few cradling the streets of downtown Asheville around lunch time today.

Jeff Gregorynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-18699477196784312252008-03-27T05:56:00.000-07:002008-03-27T08:48:42.465-07:00

The chill is slowly leaving the air in Asheville and the land is beginning to wake up. Signs of color are creeping up everywhere on roadsides, treetops and the mountains. Spring in Asheville isn't just about the flowers and leaves, but their beauty is impossible to ignore as your senses are dazzled daily by a fragrant kaleidoscope only nature can create. Daffodils, Dutchman Irises, Spring

Jeff Gregorynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-52140691517391191362008-03-25T08:43:00.000-07:002008-03-25T09:20:17.003-07:00

Spring is a beautiful time in the Asheville area, whether it's seeing flowers blooming, enjoying spring festivals or just experiencing the Asheville scene. You can submit spring pictures and see a gallery of user-submitted spring pictures. Here is a spring picture of the unique Asheville Drum Circle submitted by Bonni of Orlando, Fla., which gets going on warm Friday evenings in downtown

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-23595550762667947912008-03-17T05:59:00.000-07:002008-03-17T06:06:01.444-07:00

With a growing emphasis on fitness, it's no wonder that travelers are planning vacations around staying fit and eating healthy, according to new research from Travelocity's Travel Plans Forecast for 2008. To keep up with this trend, destinations such as Asheville, Miami, Hawaii and Maine are designing active getaway packages and wellness amenities for this new breed of vacation multi-tasker.

Jeff Gregorynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-48233380055609895742008-03-11T01:48:00.000-07:002008-03-11T01:50:01.136-07:00

Spring travel in Asheville offers stunning mountain flowers bursting with color, as well as countless ways to experience a healthy spring break getaway to rejuvenate and shed that extra winter weight. Plan an active getaway for your next spring vacation in the Western North Carolina mountains. Find out more: Spring in Asheville

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-77674799289699162742008-02-19T07:04:00.000-08:002008-02-19T07:05:36.664-08:00

March is the start of the spring flower bloom season, and there are several varieties and species of flowers to see in the Western North Carolina mountains. See a list of the flowers that typically bloom in March in the Asheville area, as well as suggested spots to view the spring flowers. March Spring Flower Bloom Schedule>

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-64327885779881426982008-02-06T07:48:00.000-08:002008-02-06T07:57:11.155-08:00

Even in winter, the Asheville area is an amazing place to behold. Here are some great submitted winter pictures: Randy from Asheville submitted this picture, stating: Having shoveled snow for too many years in the Midwest, this is my idea of "the perfect Winter scene." Photo taken on our Asheville area farm, Christmas eve 2007. This picture, submitted by Nate of Brevard, shows off the area's

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-15361532517838631702008-02-05T06:50:00.000-08:002008-02-05T06:56:11.549-08:00

Asheville was chosen in various categories as a Southern Living Readers' Choice 2007 winner. The selected favorites were: Best Mountain City - Asheville earned the prestigious distinction of best mountain city in the South. Southern Living writer Tanner C. Latham writes: "Asheville epitomizes this category. The Blue Ridge Mountains serve as permanent backdrops—wizened, pointy humps on the

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-76776017873691612192008-01-30T09:11:00.000-08:002008-01-30T09:15:02.078-08:00

These Valentine's Day ideas will help you and your sweetheart enjoy the romantic holiday. In Asheville, you can enjoy a wonderful and romantic Valentine's Day getaway in the North Carolina mountains. Valentine's Day Ideas Think outside the box of chocolates, and indulge in some handcrafted chocolate in the Asheville area. You can watch award-winning chocolate being made at Chocolate Fetish, or

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-44370972344303627222008-01-23T06:11:00.000-08:002008-01-23T06:21:16.446-08:00

A couple recent snowfalls in the area have helped ski resorts in Western North Carolina build a nice base of snow for winter sports. This is also a great time to find deals at local hotels, as well as some nice winter vacation packages. If you're planning to hit the slopes here, be sure to check out our Winter Vacation Packages or find Accommodations with Online Booking. Cataloochee Ski Area

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-71026716641598394402008-01-23T06:03:00.000-08:002008-01-23T06:05:12.171-08:00

Asheville doesn't hibernate when winter strikes. The mild climate keeps things hopping throughout winter, with various winter events and activities. Whether you'd like to kick back and listen to some jazz, chuckle at a lively comedic play or let the kids learn all about building, Asheville has something for everyone to enjoy in the winter. Find out What's Happening in Winter>

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Go on a hot chocolate tasting as the ultimate winter gourmet warm-up. Whether your Asheville visit takes you gallery hopping on Broadway, antique shopping in Biltmore Village or checking out the hip hangouts in the Westville neighborhood, you’re always close to a cup of hot chocolate. Is Jack Frost nipping at your nose just a little too much? What you need is a rich, steaming hot mug of hot

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-5849479466545711522008-01-02T09:41:00.000-08:002008-01-02T10:47:23.584-08:00

Snowfall today provided a great boost to snow depth at area winter sports attractions. Luckily, the snowfall is pretty clear on area roads, but visitors will still get the benefits of added snow at the ski, snowboarding and snow tubing resorts in Western North Carolina. If you're planning to hit the slopes here, be sure to check out our Winter Vacation Packages or find Accommodations with Online

Kelbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15039337620827722824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5535773437032316638.post-77141583947137128602007-12-27T08:48:00.000-08:002007-12-28T10:03:49.462-08:00

Still no plans for New Year's Eve? There are a lot of fun things you can do in Asheville to welcome 2008. You can enjoy a family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration, or an intimate luxury package for couples. New Year's Eve at the Health Adventure - Get your New Year's Eve off to a fun start at The Health Adventure. Taking a cue from the decade The Health Adventure was born, the party will

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It may be early in the winter sports season, but there are already lots of opportunities to ski, snowboard and snow tube. We also just got a little wintery weather, particularly in higher elevations, that will help with the snow conditions at Western North Carolina ski resorts. Snow and Ski Report from Cataloochee Ski Area Cataloochee is skiing on seven slopes with 3 aerial lifts and 2 surface

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Show off your love for winter in Asheville with this fun Asheville Winter Warm-Up badge. To place this badge on your web site or blog, just copy and paste this: If you already have an Asheville badge from winter or fall, you don't need to do anything. Your badge should automatically switch to the new one.

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