Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most popular of all the national parks in the United States. And if you’re looking for unspoiled natural beauty, it’s arguably the best place to visit in the Smoky Mountains. But when it comes to the holiday season, the best things to do in the Smoky Mountains in … Read more
[Updated Nov 20, 2024] ***The 2024 Grove Park Inn Gingerbread House Competition has been temporarily replaced it with a “SUGAR & SPICE STROLL THROUGH ASHEVILLE,” due to Hurricane Helene. For 2024, 45+ talented bakers will bring stunning gingerbread creations to be displayed for visitors and locals alike, both at the resort and other local businesses, throughout … Read more
[Updated November 16, 2023] Although Mary and I have been working as a travel writer/photographer team for over a decade now, we always make sure we’re home in time to spend Christmas in Georgia. Growing up in Atlanta, with extended family who lived far north of the city, I was blessed with so many … Read more
[Updated October 27, 2024] During the Christmas holidays, there are countless things to do in the Blue Ridge Mountains region, which stretches from the state of Georgia all the way north to Pennsylvania. Honestly, it’s hard to narrow down myriad ways you could celebrate Christmas in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Visiting the Blue Ridge Mountains … Read more
[Updated October 19, 2023] When the “most wonderful time of the year” finally arrives, nothing gets us in the holiday spirit quite like watching millions of colorful twinkling lights. Whether we’re driving through an epic 5-mile attraction or strolling along on foot while enjoying a cup of hot cocoa, looking at Georgia Christmas lights is … Read more
[Updated on November 20, 2023] Widely regarded as one of the best places in the North Georgia mountains to live, Dahlonega GA is one of those old-timey small towns that visitors often compare to Mayberry. It originally grew out of the gold mining boom of the early 19th century, when the Georgia gold rush brought thousands of … Read more
The Top 15 Helen GA hiking trails, including the distance, difficulty, elevation gain, and descriptions of each trail’s highlights.
The Best North Carolina Ski Resorts including some of the fun Ski Packages & Amenities you’ll find while skiing in N.C.
A guide to the 15 Best Great Smoky Mountains Campgrounds to Visit, with camping options both inside and just outside the national park.
[Updated on October 27, 2024] It’s a bittersweet time when you’re watching the vivid fall colors of the NC High Country begin to fade. Sad because it signals that autumn is coming to a close, but sweet because it means the holidays are coming soon! Whether we’re in our hometown of Elkin NC or visiting … Read more
