Who says you have to go big to have fun? Small towns all throughout the North Carolina Smoky Mountains offer a peaceful escape from the noisy distractions of the city and the boring traps of everyday monotony. You’d be surprised just how much excitement you can fit into a small space. Whether you’re using
Long before the Great Smoky Mountains became a national park and popular tourist destination, the southern Appalachian people settled here and brought with them a rich and distinctive heritage whose influence is still felt today. Take a quick glance around, and you’ll find evidence of their homesteads in restored and renovated log cabins, barns,
Need a remedy for those post-holiday blues? Head to the Great Smoky Mountains for an inspiring winter vacation. With fewer visitors and a lot less traffic, you’ll have easy access to gorgeous mountain views and exciting winter activities. Ditch the binge-watching and step outside to breathe in the crisp mountain air. From ski slopes to
The Great Smoky Mountains may be in the South, but these majestic peaks get plenty of cold weather and snow. A ski adventure here makes for an invigorating and awe-inspiring experience with breathtaking views to admire as you carve a path through the powder. Ski resorts in the Smoky Mountains offer thrilling winter activities for
The Great Smoky Mountains transform into a magical winter wonderland when the cold weather moves in. Snow covers the peaks and the mountains become a cold weather playground filled with all sorts of exciting winter activities. One of those activities has become a season tradition for many families – snow tubing! There’s nothing quite
Snowboarding is one of the most popular winter adventure sports in the world, and it all started because a dad wanted to have some fun with his daughter. In 1965, Sherman Poppen invented the “Snurfer” when he tied two skis together with a rope, which went around the nose of the skis, allowing his
Asheville is a gem any time of year, but it really shines during the winter season. The large crowds of tourists are gone, and things move at a slower pace. But make no mistake – slower doesn’t mean boring. The eclectic city of Asheville, nestled high in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina,
